BROCKES Rein hard Keiser - PASSION

© F. Cresens BROCKES-PASSION Reinhard Keiser (1674-1739) & barthold heinrich brockes (1680-1747)

Length The Brockes-Passion can be considered the archetype of the +/- 2 hours, in two parts German Passion oratorio. As such, it served as a model and source of inspiration for famous later masterpieces. Performers: 33 musicians soloists This Brockes-Passion enjoyed uninterrupted popularity throughout the soprano, tenor, bass 18th century when no less than eleven composers, including Handel and Tele- vox luminis mann, set it to music. The superb version by Reinhard Keiser (1674-1739) is not 2 sopranos, 2 altos, only the first but also adheres most closely to the great rhetorical power and 2 tenors, 2 basses rich changes of affects of the poet’s text. In German literary history, Barthold les muffatti Heinrich Brockes is known above all for his innovative role during the second traverso, 2 recorders, quarter of the 18th century. . 2 oboes, 3 bassoons, 6 violins, 2 violas, In 1712, the year of the Brockes-Passion’s first performance, Keiser, fellow citizen 2 cellos, violone, harpsichord, archlute of Brockes in Hamburg, was already recognized as the most important opera conductor composer in Germany — and, in some opinions, even in Europe. When the genius Peter Van Heyghen of these two great artists combined in a single work, the result could only be spectacular. Timeframe Spring 2018 and 2019 With the participation of Peter Kooij, Jan van Elsacker and Zsuzsi Tóth (if avai- lable) Budget Upon request This programme was recorded by the label Ramée. The recording was awarded the following prizes: Caecilia, Octave de la Musique and Contact “Album of the year 2015” by Radio Klara. les muffatti Emilie Menz General Manager +32 (0)474 533 148 +32 (0)2 503 27 33 [email protected]

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