St Matthew Passion (complete oratorio)
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St Matthew Passion (complete oratorio)
Ian Bostridge, Franz-Josef Selig, Sibylla Rubens, Andreas Scholl, Werner Gura / Collegium Vocale / Philippe Herreweghe (director)
[ Harmonia Mundi Heritage / 3 CD ]
Release Date: Thursday 20 August 2015
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The hmHeritage series offers a new lease of life to the major productions that have established the reputation of the harmonia mundi catalogue: operas, oratorios, extensive cycles, and large-scale projects of every kind are presented in full to ensure this precious legacy remains available. It was in 1985 that Philippe Herreweghe made his first recording of the St Matthew Passion, following a public performance that created a deep impression. Thirty years later, this trail-blazing interpretation is still among the top recommendations.
"In sum, Herreweghe now offers greater emphasis on the meaning of the text through careful word-painting and a more focused vocal and instrumental sound, while maintaining his trademark sonic purity and warmth. This is not easy music, whether to play or to hear, and a performance needs to be special to justify a three-hour-plus investment of time and attention. If Herreweghe's first recording did so by virtue of its sheer loveliness, this newcomer adds a couple of even more compelling elements: emotional immediacy and expressive intensity" (10/10 ClassicsToday)
