Credits:

Brahms / Bach / Mdr Sinfonieorchester

Description:

A breathtaking drama that transcends the boundaries of religious musicMendelssohns late masterpiece!Elijah is a masterpiece that reveals the artistic heights the precocious genius Mendelssohn ultimately reached. Based on the life of the prophet Elijah from the Book of Kings in the Old Testament, Mendelssohn employs his entire musical vocabulary to depict a world that transcends religion and ideology. Jun Merkur brings the entire work together with a resolute sound. Youre sure to be moved to tears by the final chorus of Part 1. Truly moving!

Tracklisting:

1.Elias, Op. 70: Part 1. Introduction. So wahr der Herr, der Gott Israels, lebet
2.Elias, Op. 70: Part 1. Overture
3.Elias, Op. 70: Part 1. No. 1. Chorus. Hilf, Herr! Hilf, Herr! / Recitative. Die Tiefe ist versieget!
4.Elias, Op. 70: Part 1. No. 2. Duet. Herr, hore unser Gebet!
5.Elias, O