The Magnificat itself is actually associated with the Christian celebration of Christmas. »He brings down the mighty from their thrones«, sings Mary prophetically, as she realises she is expecting a very special child, and already sings of what will become reality at Easter. In this way, the Magnificat – which is actually associated with Christmas – and the Easter message are linked by the same central promise: justice triumphs over violence and oppression.
PERFORMERS
Carl-Philipp-Emanuel-Bach-Chor Hamburg choir
Hamburg.Baroque ensemble
Catalina Bertucci soprano
Marie Henriette Reinhold alto
Fabian Kelly tenor
Daniel Ochoa bass
Hansjörg Albrecht director
PROGRAM
Johann Sebastian Bach
Konzert für 3 Trompeten, Pauken und Orchester D-Dur BWV 249
Johann Sebastian Bach
Magnificat in D major, BWV 243
- Interval -
Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
Symphony in D major, Wq 176
Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
Magnificat Wq 215
