BWV 212, Bach's Peasant Cantata, is his last known cantata, composed for an homage ceremony on August 30, 1742.
Composition History
BWV 208, Bach's Hunt Cantata, was likely first performed in 1713 for the 31st birthday of Duke Christian of Saxe-Weissenfels.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bach's Peasant Cantata is seen as a musical discussion on fair taxes and sound government, rather than just harmless peasant music.
Interpretation
The J. S. Bach Foundation's Choir and Orchestra, led by Rudolf Lutz, consists of professional musicians from Switzerland, Germany, and Austria who are experienced in historical performance practice.
Recording & Production
This album features live recordings of BWV 208 from October 25, 2019, and BWV 212 from June 29, 2018, both performed in Switzerland.
Compositional Technique
Bach's 'Schafe können sicher weiden' from BWV 208 is one of his most beloved compositions, often heard in various arrangements today.
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