Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "A Book of Chorale-Settings – Patience and Serenity & Jesus Hymns," a captivating collection of chorale settings that showcases the master's unparalleled prowess in classical composition. Released on January 1, 1997, under the esteemed haenssler CLASSIC label, this album is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the profound spiritual resonance of his music.
Spanning a concise yet impactful 52 minutes, the album is a harmonious blend of classical piano and choral works, featuring a diverse array of pieces such as "Von Gott will ich nicht lassen," "Jesu, meine Freude," and "Herr Jesu Christ, meins Lebens Licht." Each track is a meticulously crafted exploration of themes of patience, serenity, and devotion, rendered with Bach's signature complexity and emotional depth.
The album is divided into two distinct sections: "Patience and Serenity" and "Jesus Hymns." The former delves into the contemplative and meditative aspects of Bach's music, while the latter celebrates the joyous and uplifting hymns dedicated to Jesus. This duality offers a comprehensive journey through Bach's spiritual and musical landscape, highlighting his ability to convey a wide range of emotions and themes through his compositions.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A Book of Chorale-Settings – Patience and Serenity & Jesus Hymns" is an essential addition to your collection. It is a celebration of Bach's genius and a reminder of the enduring power of his music to inspire, comfort, and uplift.
Von Gott will ich nicht lassen, BWV 419 - Von Gott will ich nicht lassen, BWV 417Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Gib dich zufrieden und sei stille, BWV 315Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Nicht so traurig, nicht so sehr, BWV 489Johann Sebastian Bach, Stella Doufexis, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Herr, wie du willt, so schicks mit mir, BWV 339Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Ich halte treulich still, BWV 466Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
O Gott, du frommer Gott, BWV 1125Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Gib dich zufrieden und sei stille, BWV 460Johann Sebastian Bach, Stella Doufexis, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Nicht so traurig, nicht so sehr, BWV 384Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
18 Chorales "Leipziger": Von Gott will ich nicht lassen, BWV 658aJohann Sebastian Bach, Gerhard Gnann
Jesus ist das schönste Licht, BWV 474Johann Sebastian Bach, Stella Doufexis, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Meinen Jesum lass ich nicht, BWV 380Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Ich lass dich nicht, BWV 467Johann Sebastian Bach, Stella Doufexis, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Meinen Jesum lass ich nicht, Jesus, BWV 379Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Ich liebe Jesum alle Stund, BWV 468Johann Sebastian Bach, Stella Doufexis, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Herr Jesu Christ, meins Lebens Licht, BWV 335Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Seelenweide, BWV 497Johann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, Andreas Schmidt, Gerhard Gnann, Helmuth Rilling
Jesu, meines Herzens Freud, BWV 361 - Jesu, meines Herzens Freud, BWV 473Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Seelenbräutigam, BWV 409 - Seelenbräutigam, BWV 496Johann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, Gerhard Gnann, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 352 - Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 353Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Das Orgelbüchlein: Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 610Johann Sebastian Bach, Gerhard Gnann