Credits:

Philippe Herreweghe

Description:

Hellewegs Rediscovery of Bach in His 70s Continues.A New Recording of the Magnum Opus Mourning Cantata and Two Masterpieces Recorded for the First TimeThe highlight is the Mourning Cantata (BWV 198), a magnum opus being re-recorded for the first time in over 30 years. Composed in 1727 to mourn the death of the consort of the Elector of Saxonywhose court orchestra was considered the finest in Europethis church cantata features a pair of violas da gamba, a lute, a flute, oboe damore, and violin, each creating fascinating effects throughout this rich composition. In addition to established masters such as Ponselle and Spth, this recording also showcases the presence of a new generation of virtuosos, including the versatile gamba player Romina Rischka, who is currently gaining significant attention in the European early music scene. The soundwith its well-defined contours and deep tonal nuan