The formal structure of this Passion is inspired by Baroque Passions by composers like Bach, Schütz, and Telemann, featuring a double choir, chorales, and a 'turba' chorus.
Composer Biography
Guido Mancusi, the composer, was a soprano soloist with the Vienna Boys' Choir and later studied bassoon, singing, composition, and conducting.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Guido Mancusi's work explores themes of death, anxiety, love, and transcendence, aiming for a sharp, clear, and critical look at one's own religion.
Composer's Artistic Vision
This Passion differs from others by including characters like an angel who apologizes for the Annunciation and a rooster who complains about being ensnared in the story.
Recording & Production
This recording is of the premiere performance of Guido Mancusi's Passio Domini Secundum Joannem, with individual choir members also performing as soloists.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The composer used the 'Unified Translation' of the Gospel According to John as the basis for the text, but altered passages he considered anachronistic.
Composer Biography
Guido Mancusi has received the Mozart Medal for the best performance of Mozart's works and multiple awards at international composition competitions.
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