Schutz. Weihnachts-historie. Concerto Vocale/jacob
) | Label: harmonia mundi Catalog: HMX 2921310 Format: CD Concerto Vocale, Rene JacobsHeinrich Schutz Weihnachts-Historie (Christmas Story) is one of the composers most popular works. Written in his twilight years, it blends Lutheran fervor with Italianate vocal beauty. The work comprises a recitative narration of the nativity story by a tenor interspersed with choral scenes depicting the appearance of angels, shepherds, the three Magi and King Herod. Rene Jacobs and Concerto Vocale offer a spirited and virtuosic reading of this somewhat neglected Christmas gem.  Price: $14.98 |