The works on this album span a wide geographical area, from Danzig (now Gdansk) to Copenhagen and Stockholm, reflecting the ideal working conditions for choirmasters and Kapellmeisters in the Lutheran churches and courts of the North during the early 17th century.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Heinrich Schütz, a composer from the preceding generation, is considered the spiritual father of the composers featured on this album, profoundly influencing them through his teaching and published works.
Interpretation
Ensemble Schirokko Hamburg performs on historical instruments or their facsimiles, combining accomplished playing with stylistically aware and vivid interpretations.
Historical Context
The Düben family played a crucial role in preserving 17th-century musical works; without Gustaf Düben's collecting efforts and friendships with German composers, many works by Buxtehude, Pfleger, and Geist would have been lost.
Performer Biography
Beat Duddeck, the alto/countertenor on this album, has performed in over 100 CD productions with various early music ensembles and toured worldwide.
Performer Biography
Ensemble Schirokko Hamburg, founded in 2007, consists of musicians trained at leading international institutions for historical performance practice.
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