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Bach: 6 Favourite Cantatas BWV 147, 80, 140, 8, 51, 78 Bach Ensemble * Rifkin

Bach Ensemble (Artist), Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Joshua Rifkin (Conductor), Format: Audio CD
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Disc: 1

1 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part One. I. Chor: Herz und Mund Und Tat und Leben - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
2 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part One. II. Rezitativ: Gebenedeiter Mund! - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
3 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part One. III. Arie: Schame dich, o Seele, nicht - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
4 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part One. IV. Rezitativ: Verstockung kann Gewaltige... - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
5 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part One. V. Arie: Bereite dir, Jesu, noch itzo die Bahn - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
6 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part One. VI. Choral: Wohl mir, daß ich Jesum habe - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
7 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part Two. VII. Arie: Hilf, Jesu, hilf - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
8 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part Two. VIII. Rezitativ: Der hochsten Allmacht... - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
9 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part Two. IX. Arie: Ich will von Jesu Wundern singen - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
10 Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Part Two. X. Choral: Jesu bleibet meine Freude - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
11 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. I. Chor: Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
12 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. II. Arie & Choral: Alles, was von Gott geboren - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
13 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. III. Rezitativ: Erwage doch, Kind Gottes - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
14 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. IV. Arie: Kommin mein Herzenshaus - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
15 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. V. Choral: Und wenn die Welt voll Teufel war - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
16 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. VI. Rezitativ: So stehne denn bei Christi blutgefarbten Fahne - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
17 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. VII. Arie, Duett: Wie selig sind doch die - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
18 Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80. VIII. Choral: Das Wort sie sollen lassen stahn - Jane Bryden/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
19 Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben, BWV 8. I. Chor: Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
20 Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben, BWV 8. II. Arie: Was willst du dich, mein Geist, entsetzen - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
21 Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben, BWV 8. III. Rezitativ: Zwar fuhlt mein schwaches Herz - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
22 Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben, BWV 8. IV. Arie: Doch weichet, ihr tollen... - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
23 Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben, BWV 8. V. Rezitativ: Behalte nur, o Welt, das Meine! - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
24 Liebster Gott, wann werd ich sterben, BWV 8. VI: Choral: Herrscher uber Tod und Leben - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin

Disc: 2

1 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. I. Chor: Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
2 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. II. Rezitativ: Er kommt, er kommt - Julianne Baird/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
3 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. III. Arie, Duett: Wann kommst du, mein Heil? - Julianne Baird/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
4 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. IV. Choral: Zion hort die Wachter singen - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
5 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. V. Recitativ: So geh herein zu mir - Julianne Baird/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
6 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. VI. Arie, Duett: Mein Freund ist mein! - Julianne Baird/Drew Minter/Jeffrey Thomas/Jan Opalach
7 Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140. VII. Choral: Gloria sei dir gesungen - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
8 Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51. I. Arie: Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen! - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
9 Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51. II. Rezitativ: Wir beten zu den Tempel an - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
10 Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51. III. Arie: Hochster, mache deine Gute - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
11 Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51. IV. Choral: Sei Lob und Preis mit Ehren - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
12 Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51. V. Arie: Alleluja - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
13 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. I. Chor: Jesu, der du meine Seele - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin
14 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. II. Arie, Duett: Wir eilen mit schwachen, doch emsigen Schritten - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
15 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. III. Rezitativ: Ach! ich bin ein Kind der Sunden - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
16 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. IV: Arie: Das Blut, so meine Schuld durchstreicht - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
17 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. V. Rezitativ: Die Wunden, Nagel, Kron und Grab - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
18 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. VI. Arie: Nun du wirst mein Gewissen stillen - Julianne Baird/Allan Fast/Frank Kelley/Jan Opalach
19 Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78. VII. Choral: Herr, ich glaube, hilf mir Schwachen - Bach Ens/Joshua Rifkin

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.3 x 5.67 x 0.39 inches; 4.37 ounces
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Decca
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1991245
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 20, 2006
  • Label ‏ : ‎ Decca
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0000042HM
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2
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Kate Caruso
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy on the ears, expert, but not exactly impassioned
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2013
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This marvelous 2-CD rendition of several well-known Bach cantatas is well worth the money, and then some. As many of the reviews have indicated, this was a ground-breaking, scholarly innovation - to present a leaner, one-voice per part performance, all in the name of (allegedly) the authentic sound Bach would have presented in the typical Sunday delivery.

The sound is pure, clean, rarefied, and you notice this particularly in the two women soloists - virtually no vibrato. I have always loved Julianne Baird's incomparable voice, but I have to agree with another reviewer here: the women begin to get a bit tedious. They're not grating (thanks to the minimalist style), but so much care is taken with purity and clarity that the earthy, German, robustness of Lutheranism is almost completely lost in these cantatas. Several arias were positively disappointing: "Mein Freund is mein!" "Hochster, mache deine Gute," and "Wir eilen mit schwachen" (all on the second CD), despite the fact that they were executed flawlessly. The first and third of these are famous duets with a great deal of bounce, vigor, and warmth, all qualities of which were conspicuously absent. There is very little energy, enthusiasm, or fun in these performances.

But not everyone will miss those aspects. The delivery is thoughtful, respectful, and poised. Moreover, one nice benefit from the coolish execution is that the sound is consistent, even, and reliable, which is quite pleasant, rather than abrupt and emotional. Perhaps a bit more like Haydn in spirit? This is not my style, but even I can't help loving it.

Very well done, you won't regret this purchase, no matter what camp you're in!
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Cristina Doria
5.0 out of 5 stars Good performance of good pieces
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2015
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Joshua Rifkin has been performing music of many different eras, from Renaissance polyphony to Scott Joplin rags, for decades now. So it's no surprise that the performances of Bach cantatas that he directs are worth listening to. The singers are all in great voice. It is (to quote a conductor I once played under) "in tune, on time, and with a good sound." I wish that conductor could have said the same about our orchestra more often!

These cantatas are based around hymns that his congregation would have known. This collection contains 2 cantatas based on hymns that I'm familiar with, "A Mighty Fortress" and "Sleepers, Awake". On those cantatas, I enjoy being able to pick out the hymn tunes in the middle of all Bach's harmonies.

However, one of my favorite selections is "We hasten with eager yet faltering feet" from Cantata 78. I don't know about the "faltering" part, but Bach's music really shows us the "eager" part. It has a drive and propulsion that I can't describe in words. I've loved this movement ever since I heard it sung, years ago, with great enthusiasm by the Boys Choir of Harlem. Rifkin's group gives it a slightly different interpretation, but one that's just as driving and just as much fun to listen to.
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L. Polgar
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Rifkin recordings with the Bach Ensemble
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2013
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Very enjoyable and quality sound; crystal clear voices that remind me of Gundula Janowitz singing Mozart arias. Not sure why this CD recording gets so many 4 out of 5's..? I find nothing wrong with it nor do I have to turn down the volume as one reviewer mentioned.. Could be personal taste but I have played it on my BOSE system and on my Sony and it sounds great. I have The EMI recordings with Joan Sutherland conducted by Gerraint Jones- a classic recording indeed, but this Joshua Rifkin recording breathes new life into the Cantatas as one reviewer said..and I agree. Listen to both, perhaps, on UTUBE and then decide..or buy both as I did. There are some repeats and some pieces on each recording that differ from the other. Either way, they sound so different one can play them both back to back for listening enjoyment.
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Lily Cheng
4.0 out of 5 stars Amazon policy RE: CD
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2009
I like the CD,but there was some confusion in the process of purchasing the product. It may be due to the format of Amazon.
There was clearly indicated that if I ordered at that moment the shipping was free,written on the left of the CD. The company insisted that was not the case. I knew what I read,what is the recourse? I didn't misunderstand the offer ,but who offered the free shipping? Amazon should own up to it,because after all the company advertised on your webpage. Lily
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Elisabeth Frankl
5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual performances, unique and beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2008
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I have many recordings of various Bach cantatas, all in period instrument performances. This is the exception. I have heard cantata No. 78 on the radio in this particular performance, and just had to have it! Julianne Bream's singing is superb, the entire ensemble is great. What is unique about this recording, that Rifkin's choir is one to a part. It works out beautifully.
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Alan Montgomery
3.0 out of 5 stars Good sound reproduction, but not such good sound to reproduce.
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2014
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The selection of cantatas is fine, and the smaller forces allow us to hear the instrumental background very well. I can't go above three stars because the cantus firma line frequently is drilled through the texture with no vibrato and a harsh sound, pseudo child? That way of singing Baroque music is highly debatable, and this album provides the best example of why it just can't be right. Bach and Handel did not write for ugly vocal production.
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mercante
5.0 out of 5 stars very good starting set
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2012
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If you are new to Bach's cantatas, this is a very good starting point for getting into the wonderful world of the cantatas. If you want to try a vey different approach, try Gardiner. Then you will know more about your tastes for these cantatas.
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Alan L. Wendt
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2018
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Excellent value. Sounds to my ear as a very modern recording, though it is older.
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berluti
5.0 out of 5 stars Eye-opening performances
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 13, 2020
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Magnificent performances of works that are still underrated by many.
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Si
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in Australia on July 5, 2019
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Very good rendition of some old favourites
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Gérard BEGNI
5.0 out of 5 stars 6 CANTATES FAVORITES?
Reviewed in France on May 21, 2016
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Le titre de cet album est à relativiser. Si les six cantates interprétées ici sont merveilleuses, le titre de 'favorites' reste discutable;

- un premier cercle d'amateurs connaît certainement 'Herz und Mund und Tat uns Leben' BWV 147, la cantate qui contient le choral 'Jésus demeure ma joie' (et non Jésus, que ma joie demeure qui est un contresens) et' Wachet auf' BWV 140, qui contient le choral du Veilleur (transcrit par Bach dans les chorals Schübler)
- un second cercle connaît certainement 'Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott' BWV 80 et 4Jesu, der du meine Seele' BWV 78
- En revanche, pour beaucoup d'entre nous, 'Liebster Gott, wann ich streben' BWV 8 et 'Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen' BWV 51 restent de l'ordre des merveilleuses découvertes.

Que dire d'autre?

IL y a deux extrêmes dans l'art d'interpréter ces cantates. la première, très analytique, met en valeur le contrepoint et les lignes instrumentales; la deuxième, très synthétique, cherche plutôt à reconstituer un timbre d'ensemble, dans lequel les lignes individuelles viennent harmonieusement s'insérer. Bien entendu, il s'agit de deux extrêmes, impossibles à réaliser. Ils servent essentiellement à caractériser l'approche sonore de ce monde d'une immense expressivité.

L'interprétation donnée par Joshua RIFKIN et le Bach Ensemble sur instruments d'époque tient un juste milieu tout en penchant vers la vision synthétique. Cela ne veut pas dire que les lignes solistes (hautbois, flûtes notamment) ne se détachent clairement du fond sonore. Les trompettes sont plus intégrées. L'interprétation vocale est excellente et bien dans l'esprit de l’interprétation du timbre des cantates.

Au demeurant donc, une excellente version de ces six cantates (plus ou moins 'favorites') qui mérite bien de constituer le fond d'une discothèque où les cantates de Bach tiennent la place qu'elles méritent.
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aemilius probus
4.0 out of 5 stars Registrazione assolutamente ottima, ma......
Reviewed in Italy on December 5, 2012
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....interpretazione, su alcni punti, opinabile: ad esempio, la famosissima "corale" VI della cantata BWV147, secondo me, andrebbe eseguita abbastanza più lentamente: ci guadagnerebbe in ampiezza di respiro, senza perdere la sua cantabilità....(....e se nè accorto perfino Walter/Wendy Carlos quando, una quarantina di anni fa, ne ha trascritto -benissimo !!- la versione strumentale per sintetizzatore elettronico)!!; anche il primo coro della Cantata BWV 8 andrebbe leggermente rallentato: si "leggerebbe" meglio il rapporto fra l'immagine strumentale (la primavera e lo svegliarsi della natura e, nel sottofondo, le campane funebri, rese dagli "stacchi" pizzicati, che dettano il "tempo") e quella corale (il sereno dolore delle vedova di Naim che accompagna il figlio morto), come dall'eccezionale commento di Albert Schweitzer!! Questione di gusti !! Eccezionale, comunque, oltre che la convenienza, la rapidità di Amazon nella spedizione e consegna del CD !
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5.0 out of 5 stars 新鮮な感動
Reviewed in Japan on July 12, 2011
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有名なカンタータばかりですが、ＢＷＶ８０について：バッハの最終稿が弟子の筆写譜で現在に伝えられていますが、息子のフリーデマンが第１曲と第５曲にトランペットとティンパニを加えて、自作のカンタータに流用した稿が、なぜか旧バッハ全集に採用されてしまったのです。従来の演奏は旧バッハ全集が主ですから、当然フリーデマン版で演奏されています。この作品のイメージとして、トランペットとティンパニがにぎやかというのが一般的ではないかと思いますが、これはバッハの意図ではなかったわけです。
リフキンの演奏を聞くと驚きます。１パート１人の響きは祝祭的雰囲気とはほど遠い、親密なもので、作品のイメージを全く変えてしまいます。対位法的な絡みもよく分かり、いろいろと興味のある演奏です。（葛の葉さんのお導きによる。）
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