Embark on a spiritual journey through the liturgical year with the Dresdner Kreuzchor, one of Germany's most renowned boys' choirs, in their captivating album "Geistliche Musik für ein ganzes Jahr." Released on Berlin Classics in 2012, this extensive collection spans over three hours and nine minutes, offering a profound exploration of sacred music that transcends the traditional Christmas genre, encompassing a wide range of choral works that celebrate various religious occasions and seasons.
The album features an impressive array of compositions, from the joyous Christmas carols like "Uns ist ein Kind geboren" and "Ach, mein herzliebes Jesulein" to the solemn and reflective pieces such as "Mein Gott, warum hast du mich verlassen?" and "Tristis est anima mea." The Dresdner Kreuzchor's ethereal voices bring a sense of reverence and beauty to each piece, showcasing their exceptional skill and musicality.
Throughout the album, you'll encounter works by renowned composers, including Johann Sebastian Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, and Heinrich Schütz, as well as lesser-known but equally captivating pieces. The choir's interpretation of these works is both sensitive and powerful, highlighting the rich history and cultural significance of sacred choral music.
Whether you're seeking spiritual solace, musical inspiration, or simply a deeper understanding of the liturgical year, "Geistliche Musik für ein ganzes Jahr" offers a comprehensive and enriching experience. The Dresdner Kreuzchor's commitment to excellence and their ability to convey the profound emotions and messages of these sacred texts make this album a true gem for choral music enthusiasts and anyone appreciative of the divine art of sacred choral music.
2012 Berlin Classics/Edel Germany GmbH2012 Berlin Classics/Edel Germany GmbH
Crucifixus a 10Antonio Lotti, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Drei Psalmen, Op. 78: No. 3, Mein Gott, warum hast du mich verlassen?Felix Mendelssohn, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile, Franz Lindner, Maximilian Thom, Christopher Renz, Georg Güldner
Timor et tremor veneruntOrlande de Lassus, Roderich Kreile, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Quatre motets pour un temps de Pénitence: No. 1, Timor et TremorFrancis Poulenc, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Geistliche Chormusik, Op. 11: No. 12, Also hat Gott die Welt geliebtHeinrich Schütz, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Christus factus est, WAB 11Anton Bruckner, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Tristis est anima meaJohann Kuhnau, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Zwei Motetten, Op. 29: No. 1, Es ist da Heil uns kommen herJohannes Brahms, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Der du bist Drei in EinigkeitBartholomäus Gesius, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Drei Evangelien-Motetten: No. 1, Jesus und NikodemusErnst Pepping, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile
Cantiones sacrae de festis: Deus noster refugiumHans Leo Hassler, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile, Georg Güldner, Felix Morgner, Sebastian Dominik Pfeifer
Allein auf Gottes WortJohann Walter, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Roderich Kreile