Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred music of Christoph Graupner with his masterful work, "The Seven Words of Christ on the Cross." Released on March 13, 2012, this album is a collection of cantatas composed for the Sundays in Lent and the days leading up to Easter, offering a deeply spiritual and musically rich experience. Graupner, a contemporary of Johann Sebastian Bach, showcases his exceptional talent and unique voice in this compelling composition.
Spanning over two hours, the album is divided into seven cantatas, each corresponding to one of the seven last words of Christ on the cross. These cantatas are further broken down into various movements, including recitatives, arias, and chorales, creating a diverse and engaging listening journey. The intricate and expressive nature of Graupner's music is evident throughout, as he masterfully blends sacred text with evocative melodies and harmonies.
The album begins with the cantata for the First Sunday in Lent, titled "Invocavit," and progresses through the Sundays in Lent, culminating in the cantatas for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. Each cantata is a testament to Graupner's ability to convey the depth and meaning of the sacred texts through his music. The performances on this album are equally impressive, with the musicians and vocalists bringing Graupner's compositions to life with skill and passion.
Recorded by the esteemed label ANALEKTA, this album is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of Graupner's music. Whether you are a fan of classical music, a lover of sacred choral works, or simply someone seeking a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting experience, "The Seven Words of Christ on the Cross" is sure to captivate and inspire.
(C) 2012 Analekta
Tracks
First Word - Cantata for the First Sunday in Lent (Invocavit), GWV 1120: 43: I. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
First Word - Cantata for the First Sunday in Lent (Invocavit), GWV 1120: 43: II. Aria – VivaceChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
First Word - Cantata for the First Sunday in Lent (Invocavit), GWV 1120: 43: III. Rezitativ seccoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
First Word - Cantata for the First Sunday in Lent (Invocavit), GWV 1120: 43: IV. Aria – VivaceChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
First Word - Cantata for the First Sunday in Lent (Invocavit), GWV 1120: 43: IV. Aria – Vivace IIChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
First Word - Cantata for the First Sunday in Lent (Invocavit), GWV 1120: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Second Word - Cantata for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere), GWV 1121: 43: I. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown
Second Word - Cantata for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere), GWV 1121: 43: II. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Second Word - Cantata for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere), GWV 1121: 43: III. Rezitativ seccoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Second Word - Cantata for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere), GWV 1121: 43: IV. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Second Word - Cantata for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere), GWV 1121: 43: V. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Second Word - Cantata for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere), GWV 1121: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Third Word - Cantata for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi) , GWV 1122: 43: I. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown
Third Word - Cantata for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi) , GWV 1122: 43: II. Aria duettoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Third Word - Cantata for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi), GWV 1122: 43: III. Rezitativ secco: accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Third Word - Cantata for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi) , GWV 1122: 43: IV. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Third Word - Cantata for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi) , GWV 1122: 43: V. Rezitativ seccoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Third Word - Cantata for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi) , GWV 1122: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux, Ingrid Schmithusen
Fourth Word - Cantata for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare), GWV 1123: 43: I. DictumChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown
Fourth Word - Cantata for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare), GWV 1123: 43: II. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Fourth Word - Cantata for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare), GWV 1123: 43: III. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Fourth Word - Cantata for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare), GWV 1123: 43: IV. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Fourth Word - Cantata for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare), GWV 1123: 43: V. Rezitativ seccoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Fourth Word - Cantata for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare), GWV 1123: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Fifth Word - Cantata for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (Judica), GWV 1124: 43: I. DictumChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Fifth Word - Cantata for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (Judica), GWV 1124: 43: II. Aria duettoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Fifth Word - Cantata for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (Judica), GWV 1124: 43: III. Rezitativ seccoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Fifth Word - Cantata for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (Judica), GWV 1124: 43: IV. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Fifth Word - Cantata for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (Judica), GWV 1124: 43: V. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Fifth Word - Cantata for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (Judica), GWV 1124: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux, Ingrid Schmithusen
Sixth Word - Cantata for ‘‘Viridium’’ (Maundy Thursday), GWV 1126: 43: I. DictumChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown
Sixth Word - Cantata for ‘‘Viridium’’ (Maundy Thursday), GWV 1126: 43: II. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Sixth Word - Cantata for ‘‘Viridium’’ (Maundy Thursday), GWV 1126: 43: III. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Sixth Word - Cantata for ‘‘Viridium’’ (Maundy Thursday), GWV 1126: 43: IV. Aria duettoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Sixth Word - Cantata for ‘‘Viridium’’ (Maundy Thursday), GWV 1126: 43: V. Rezitativ secco: accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Sixth Word - Cantata for ‘‘Viridium’’ (Maundy Thursday), GWV 1126: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown, Claudine Ledoux
Seventh Word - Cantata for ‘‘Parasceve» (Good Friday), GWV 1127: 43: I. DictumChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Ingrid Schmithusen
Seventh Word - Cantata for ‘‘Parasceve» (Good Friday), GWV 1127: 43: II. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Ingrid Schmithusen
Seventh Word - Cantata for ‘‘Parasceve» (Good Friday), GWV 1127: 43: III. Rezitativ seccoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Seventh Word - Cantata for ‘‘Parasceve» (Good Friday), GWV 1127: 43: IV. AriaChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard
Seventh Word - Cantata for ‘‘Parasceve» (Good Friday), GWV 1127: 43: V. Rezitativ accompagnatoChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Nils Brown
Seventh Word - Cantata for ‘‘Parasceve» (Good Friday), GWV 1127: 43: VI. ChoralChristoph Graupner, Geneviève Soly, Les idées heureuses, Normand Richard, Nils Brown
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