Immerse yourself in the profound and captivating world of George Frideric Handel's "Brockes-Passion, HWV 48," a masterful choral and orchestral work that showcases the composer's unparalleled talent. Released on October 4, 2019, by the prestigious Academy of Ancient Music, this album is a testament to Handel's enduring legacy in the classical music realm.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Handel's choral and operatic genius. The "Brockes-Passion" is a Passion oratorio, a musical setting of the Passion of Christ, based on a text by Barthold Heinrich Brockes. It is a work of immense depth and complexity, featuring a rich tapestry of vocal and instrumental textures that bring the narrative to life.
The album features a series of 50 tracks, each contributing to the overall narrative and emotional impact of the piece. From the opening "Symphonia" to the closing "Die ihr Gottes Gnad' versäumet," the album takes you on a journey through the events of the Passion, with Handel's music providing a powerful and moving commentary on the human experience.
Handel's "Brockes-Passion" is not just a piece of music; it is a work of art that transcends time and place. It is a testament to the power of music to evoke emotion, to tell a story, and to connect us with our shared humanity. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 1, SymphoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 2, Mich vom Strikke meiner Sünden zu entbindenGeorge Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 3, Als Jesus nun zu Tische saßeGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 4, Das ist mein LeibGeorge Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 5, Der Gott, dem alle HimmelskreiseGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 6, Und bald hernach nahm er den Kelch und dankteGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 7, Das ist mein Blut im neuen TestamentGeorge Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 8, Gott selbst, der Brunnquell alles GutenGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 9, Ach, wie hungert mein GemüteGeorge Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 10, Drauf sagten sie dem Höchsten DankGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 11, Wir wollen alle eh' erblassenGeorge Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 12, Est ist gewiß... Weil ich den Hirten schlagen werdeGeorge Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 13, Aufs wenigste will ichGeorge Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 14, Mein Vater, mein Vater!George Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 15, Mich drückt der Sünden ZentnerlastGeorge Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 16, Ist's möglich, ist's möglichGeorge Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 17, Sünder, schaut mit Furcht und ZagenGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 18, Die Pein vermehrte sich mit grausamen ErschütternGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 19, Brich, mein Herz, zerfließ in TränenGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 20, Ein Engel aber kam vor den gestirnten BühnenGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 21, Erwachet doch!George Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Kate Symonds-Joy, Cathy Bell, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 22, Und eh' die Rede noch geendigt warGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 23, Greift zu, schlagt tot!George Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 24, Und der Verräter hatte dieses ihnen zum Zeichen lassen dienenGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Tim Mead, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 25, Er soll uns nicht entlaufenGeorge Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 26, Nimm, Rabbi, diesen Kuß von mirGeorge Frideric Handel, Tim Mead, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 27, Gift und Glut, Strahl und FlutGeorge Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 28, Steck nur das Schwert an seinen OrtGeorge Frideric Handel, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 29, O Weh, sie binden ihn mit Strikk und Ketten!George Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 30, Wo flieht ihr hin? Verzagte, bleibt!George Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 31, Nehmt mich mit, verzagte ScharenGeorge Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 32, Und Jesus ward zum Palast Caiphas'George Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Morgan Pearse, Cody Quattlebaum, Rachael Lloyd, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 33, Was Bärentatzen, LöwenklauenGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 34, Dies sahe Petrus anGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Gwilym Bowen, Ruby Hughes, Rachael Lloyd, Philippa Hyde, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 35, Ich will versinken und vergehnGeorge Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 36, Drauf krähete der HahnGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 37, Welch ungeheurer Schmerz bestürmet mein Gemüt!George Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 38, Heul, du Schaum!George Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 39, Doch wie, will ich verzweifelnd untergehn?George Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 40, Schau, ich fall' in strenger BußeGeorge Frideric Handel, Gwilym Bowen, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 41, Ach, Gott und HerrGeorge Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 42, Als Jesus nun, wie hart man ihn verklagteGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Morgan Pearse, Cody Quattlebaum, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 43, Er hat den Tod verdient!George Frideric Handel, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 44, Erwäg, ergrimmte NatternbrutGeorge Frideric Handel, Nicky Spence, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 45, Die Nacht war kaum vorbeiGeorge Frideric Handel, Robert Murray, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 46, Meine Laster sind die StrikkeGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 47, O, was hab'ich verfluchter Mensch getan!George Frideric Handel, Tim Mead, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 48, Laßt diese Tat nicht ungerochenGeorge Frideric Handel, Tim Mead, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 49, Unsäglich ist mein SchmerzGeorge Frideric Handel, Tim Mead, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr
Brockes-Passion, HWV 48: No. 50, Die ihr Gottes Gnad' versäumetGeorge Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Watts, Academy of Ancient Music, Richard Egarr