Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred works of Heinrich Schütz with the Ricercar Consort's 1995 release, "Schütz: Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi." This double album is a masterful blend of chamber music and choral compositions, spanning a total of 2 hours and 17 minutes. The Ricercar Consort, known for their meticulous attention to historical performance practices, delivers a captivating rendition of Schütz's religious masterpieces.
The album is divided into two main sections: "Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz" (The Seven Words of Jesus on the Cross) and "Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi" (The History of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ). Each section is further broken down into multiple movements, offering a comprehensive exploration of Schütz's sacred music. The Ricercar Consort, led by Philippe Pierlot, brings together a stellar cast of vocalists and instrumentalists, including Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnes Mellon, and Monika Mauch, to name a few.
The performances are marked by their clarity, precision, and deep emotional resonance, making this album a standout in the realm of early music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of baroque music or a newcomer looking to explore the rich traditions of sacred choral works, this album offers a deeply rewarding listening experience. The Ricercar Consort's interpretation of Schütz's works is not just a performance but a testament to the enduring power of these timeless compositions.
2008 OuthereRicercar (1995 - 1998)
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Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: I. IntroïtusHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: II. SymphoniaHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: III. Die sieben WorteHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: IV. SymphoniaHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: V. ConclusioHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: I. ChorusHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: II. Der OstermorgenHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: III. Jesus erscheint Maria MagdalenaHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: IV. Der Jüngling in GrabeHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: V. Jesus erscheintden FrauenHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: VI. Rat der HohenpriesterHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: VII. Jesus erscheint den EmmaüsjüngernHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: VIII. Jesus erscheint den Elf JüngernHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: IX. BeschlußHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: I. Sinfonia and ChorusJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: II. The Last SupperJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: III. The Mount of OlivesJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: IV. The ArrestJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: V. Peter's DenialJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: VI. SonataSamuel Ebart, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: VII. Jesus Before PilateJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: VIII. Intrada et LamentoDavid Funk, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: IX. The CrucifixionJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: X. The Burial in the TombJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: XI. Trauer-KlagAndreas Scharmann, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
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