Francesco Feo's "St John Passion" is a profound and captivating musical journey through the Passion of Christ, as narrated by the Gospel of John. Released on January 1, 2009, under the Passacaille label, this album is a testament to Feo's mastery of Baroque composition and his ability to evoke deep spiritual and emotional resonance. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 1 minute, the album is divided into ten scenes, each meticulously crafted to convey the poignant and dramatic events of the Passion narrative.
Feo's composition is notable for its rich harmonic language and expressive melodies, which bring to life the solemnity and intensity of the story. The album features a series of arias and choral passages that highlight the various characters and moments in the Passion, from the betrayal and arrest of Jesus to his crucifixion and death. The inclusion of arias such as "Domine, tu es veritas, vita mea et salus mea" and "Mi Jesu, salus mea, in ligno crucis langues!" adds a personal and introspective dimension to the narrative, allowing listeners to connect with the profound themes of sacrifice and redemption.
"St John Passion" is not just a musical work but a deeply moving exploration of faith and humanity. Feo's ability to blend dramatic tension with moments of quiet reflection makes this album a compelling listen for those interested in Baroque music and sacred compositions. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, Francesco Feo's "St John Passion" offers a powerful and immersive experience that will leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 1: "Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 1: "Jesus itaque sciens omnia quæ ventura erant"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Krystian Adam, Coro da Camera di Varese
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 1: "Cohors ergo, et tribunus"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 2: "Sequebatur autem Jesum Simon Petrus"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Mirko Guadagnini, Peggy Bélanger
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 3: "Pontifex ergo interrogavit Jesum de discipulis suis"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Krystian Adam, Mirko Guadagnini
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 4: "Erat autem Simon Petrus stans, et calefaciens se"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Coro da Camera di Varese, Doron Schleifer, Mirko Guadagnini
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 5: "Adducunt ergo Jesum a Caipha in prætorium"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Mirko Guadagnini, Coro da Camera di Varese
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 5: "Introivit ergo iterum in prætorium Pilatus" - Aria, "Domine, tu es veritas, vita mea et salus mea"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Krystian Adam, Mirko Guadagnini, Barbara Schmidt-Gaden
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 5: "Et cum hoc dixisset, iterum exivit ad Judæos"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Coro da Camera di Varese, Mirko Guadagnini, Krystian Adam
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 5: "Cum ergo audisset Pilatus hunc sermonem, magis timuit"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Mirko Guadagnini, Doron Schleifer, Krystian Adam
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 6: "Et exinde quærebat Pilatus dimittere eum"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Coro da Camera di Varese, Mirko Guadagnini
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 7: "Susceperunt autem Jesum" - Aria, "Mi Jesu, salus mea, in ligno crucis langues!"Francesco Feo, Francesco Gasparini, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Barbara Schmidt-Gaden
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 8: "Et cum eo alios duos hinc et hinc, medium autem Jesum"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Mirko Guadagnini, Coro da Camera di Varese
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 8: "Milites ergo cum crucifixissent eum"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Coro da Camera di Varese
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 8: "Stabant autem juxta crucem Jesu mater ejus"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer, Krystian Adam
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 9: "Postea sciens Jesus quia omnia consummata sunt"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Krystian Adam, Doron Schleifer
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christi secundum Joannem, Scene 10: "Judæi ergo quoniam parasceve erat"Francesco Feo, John the Evangelist, La Divina Armonia, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Doron Schleifer
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