Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Baroque music with Gregor Joseph Werner's "Der Gute Hirt," a captivating orchestral work that showcases the composer's mastery of the genre. Released on October 2, 2020, under the Accent label, this album is a testament to Werner's ability to craft intricate, emotionally resonant compositions that transport listeners to another era.
"Der Gute Hirt" is a two-act orchestral suite that unfolds like a dramatic narrative, with each scene building upon the last to create a rich, immersive experience. The album's duration of 1 hour and 24 minutes allows for a deep dive into Werner's world, where lush harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and vivid orchestration come together to create a sound that is both familiar and fresh.
The album's title, "Der Gute Hirt," translates to "The Good Shepherd," and the work is said to be inspired by the biblical parable of the same name. Throughout the album, Werner's music evokes a sense of pastoral simplicity and spiritual devotion, with soaring melodies and gentle rhythms that evoke the natural world.
From the opening "Introductio" to the final "So laßt uns auch dann gehen," Werner's music is a journey through a landscape of sound that is both beautiful and profound. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Der Gute Hirt" is an album that is sure to captivate and inspire. So sit back, relax, and let Gregor Joseph Werner's masterful compositions transport you to a world of timeless elegance and grace.
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Tracks
Der Gute Hirt, Act I: IntroductioGregor Joseph Werner, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 1: Wohlan laßt uns mit Rosen krönenGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 1: Nun ihr, Blumen auf den FeldernGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 2: Wie? Was höre ich?Gregor Joseph Werner, Péter Bárány, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 3: Ach, schiegle dich, mein GeistGregor Joseph Werner, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 3: Ach Schäflein, Schäflein, komme dochGregor Joseph Werner, Péter Bárány, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 3: Das Hirschlein nicht so schnellGregor Joseph Werner, Péter Bárány, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 3: Du daurest nicht, mein KindGregor Joseph Werner, Péter Bárány, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 3: Die Liebe hat kein ZielGregor Joseph Werner, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 4: Auf, auf, ihr wild SyrenenGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act I Scene 5: Hinweg mit der MelancholieGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 1: Nun bin ich mied und mattGregor Joseph Werner, Péter Bárány, Adriána Kalafszky, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 1: Auf, auf, mit hurtig schnellem LaufGregor Joseph Werner, Péter Bárány, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 2: O, du geheiligter OrtGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 3: Deine froh Wort ich verachteGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 4: Endlich bin ich so weit gekommenGregor Joseph Werner, Zoltan Megyesi, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 5: O ihr alle, die ihr vorbei nun gehetGregor Joseph Werner, Zoltan Megyesi, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 5: Steinhartes FelsenherzGregor Joseph Werner, Zoltan Megyesi, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 6: O du gebenedei, guter HirtGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 6: So komme dann herbeiGregor Joseph Werner, Purcell Choir, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 6: So sei es dann gewagtGregor Joseph Werner, Ágnes Kovács, Lóránt Najbauer, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
Der Gute Hirt, Act II Scene 6: So laßt uns auch dann gehenGregor Joseph Werner, Purcell Choir, Orfeo Orchestra, Gyorgy Vashegyi
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