Buxtehude: Opera Omnia XVI - Vocal Works 6: Membra Jesu Nostri - Dietrich Buxtehude

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Dietrich Buxtehude's "Membra Jesu Nostri" is a profound and deeply moving exploration of the Passion of Christ, presented in a series of seven cantatas. This recording, part of the acclaimed "Opera Omnia" series, offers a rare opportunity to experience Buxtehude's sacred music in all its intricate beauty. The work combines biblical citations with medieval poetry, delving into the pain and suffering of Jesus' crucifixion. Each of the seven meditations focuses on a different part of Christ's body, providing a unique and intimate perspective on the events of the Passion.

The Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra and Choir, under the direction of Ton Koopman, deliver a performance that is both technically impeccable and deeply expressive. Koopman, a renowned specialist in early music, brings his extensive knowledge and passion for Buxtehude's work to this recording, ensuring an authentic and compelling interpretation.

This album, released on Challenge Classics, is the sixth volume of vocal music in the "Opera Omnia" series, which aims to record the complete works of Dietrich Buxtehude. The series, completed in October 2014, is a testament to Koopman's dedication to preserving and promoting the music of this Baroque master. "Membra Jesu Nostri" is a standout addition to the series, showcasing Buxtehude's mastery of vocal and instrumental writing, as well as his deep spiritual insight.

The album features a variety of vocal and instrumental textures, from the intimate solo arias to the powerful choruses, all supported by the rich and expressive playing of the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra. The recording is a testament to the skill and artistry of all involved, and a fitting tribute to the enduring power of Buxtehude's music.

30 maart 2012

(P) 2012 Challenge Classics

Over Dietrich Buxtehude

Dietrich Buxtehude, een van de meest invloedrijke componisten van de 17e eeuw, was een Deens-Duitse meester van de barokperiode. Als organist en componist staat hij bekend om zijn bijdragen aan de Noord-Duitse orgelscholen. Zijn muziek, die zowel vocale als instrumentale genres omvat, heeft grote invloed gehad op latere componisten zoals Johann Sebastian Bach en George Frideric Handel. Buxtehude's veelzijdigheid strekt zich uit tot klavecimbelspelen, muziekpedagogie en muziekorganisatie, wat hem tot een centrale figuur in de barokmuziek maakt. Zijn werk is een essentiële ontdekking voor iedereen die de diepere lagen van de barokmuziek wil verkennen.

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