This recording was made in Siegen, Martinikirche, from May 26-28, 2014, and was produced by Dr. Richard Lorber of WDR 3.
Compositional Technique
Telemann's cantatas broke away from tradition, adopting a new form developed by theologian Erdmann Neumeister, which included recitatives and arias in the style of opera.
Compositional Technique
The cantatas on this album, from Telemann's 'angel year' of 1748-49, use a five-section symmetrical form: chorus, aria, recitative, aria, chorus.
Critical Reception
Unlike Handel's music, Telemann's works were viewed with increasing criticism and even contempt after his death, with systematic research into his contribution only beginning in the late 20th century.
Composer Biography
With 3600 listed works, Telemann was one of the most prolific composers of his time, known for his fluid compositional technique and nearly 75 years of uninterrupted work.
Composer Biography
Telemann was appointed Director Musices of the City of Hamburg in 1721, one of Germany's most preeminent church music positions.
Composer Biography
Georg Philipp Telemann, born in 1681, was one of the most famous German Baroque composers, alongside George Frideric Handel and Johann Sebastian Bach.
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