Credits:

Rudolf Lutz

Description:

This CD was recorded in a studio by a group of musicians who have been performing cantatas together. It is clear from the fact that the music Lutz aims for permeates every corner of this expansive work that the soloists, choir, and orchestra have all matured into true instruments of conductor Lutz through their continued participation in these monthly concerts. The essence of his music is, without a doubt, improvisation. The harpsichord, which supports the Evangelists recitative, offers incredibly free improvisation (there are even moments like a harpsichord solo during a chorale interlude!), and the performers consistently deliver a performance that is utterly unrestrained. And since this is all built upon a warm sound thats a cut above what weve heard from period instruments in the past, its simply irresistible. A St. Matthew Passion unlike any performance before itboth stimulating and exquisi