Immerse yourself in the regal elegance of the 18th century with Leopold Koželuch's "Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II." Released on April 13, 2018, this classical masterpiece is a testament to the rich musical heritage of the era, composed by the renowned Czech composer Leopold Koželuch. The album, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, is a collection of 18 tracks that beautifully encapsulate the grandeur and solemnity of a coronation ceremony. Each piece, from the introductory "Introduzione" to the final chorus "Unseres Volkes," is a delicate blend of vocal and instrumental arrangements that showcase Koželuch's exceptional compositional skills. The cantata, performed by an ensemble of talented vocalists and musicians, is a celebration of monarchy and a reflection of the cultural and political climate of the time. Recorded under the prestigious Naxos label, this album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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Tracks
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 1, IntroduzioneLeopold Koželuch, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 2, Heil dem Monarchen (Chorus)Leopold Koželuch, Martinů Voices, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 3, Vielfach ist der Fürsten Los (Tenor II)Leopold Koželuch, Josef Moravec, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 4, Willkommen mit dem Blute (Tenor II, Chorus)Leopold Koželuch, Josef Moravec, Martinů Voices, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 5, Glänzend Bild (Soprano)Leopold Koželuch, Kristýna Vylíčilová, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 6, Du, des Himmels schönste Tochter (Soprano)Leopold Koželuch, Kristýna Vylíčilová, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 7, Ach! Ein neuer Pfad! (Tenor I)Leopold Koželuch, Tomáš Kořínek, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 8, Doch mit ungebleichten Wangen (Tenor I)Leopold Koželuch, Tomáš Kořínek, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 9, Welch ein Schauspiel (Soprano)Leopold Koželuch, Kristýna Vylíčilová, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 10, Die in der Fürsten Krone (Soprano)Leopold Koželuch, Kristýna Vylíčilová, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 11, Ist es Täuschung (Tenor I)Leopold Koželuch, Tomáš Kořínek, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 12, Daß wir noch am schwanken Stabe (Chorus)Leopold Koželuch, Martinů Voices, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 13, Doch warum (Tenor II)Leopold Koželuch, Josef Moravec, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 14, Ist es Glück (Tenor II)Leopold Koželuch, Josef Moravec, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 15, Aus den Fluten (Soprano)Leopold Koželuch, Kristýna Vylíčilová, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 16, Da erschien er (Soprano, Tenor I, II)Leopold Koželuch, Kristýna Vylíčilová, Tomáš Kořínek, Josef Moravec, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 17, Sieh, um deine Stirne (Tenor I)Leopold Koželuch, Tomáš Kořínek, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec
Cantata for the Coronation of Leopold II, P. XIX:6 "Heil dem Monarchen": No. 18, Unseres Volkes (Chorus)Leopold Koželuch, Martinů Voices, Prague Symphony Orchestra, Filip Dvořák, Marek Štilec