Magnificat, Missa Nativitatis Domini, Dixit Dominus : Sokoli / L'arpa festante, Marburg Bach Choir

Jan Zelenka:
Magnificat in D major ZWV108
Missa Nativitatis Domini in D major ZWV8
Dixit Dominus in D major ZWV68

Katia Plaschka, Coloratura Soprano
Anne Bierwirth, Alto
Christian Dietz, Tenor
Markus Flaig, Bass-baritone
Marburger Bachchor
L'arpa festante / Nicolo Sokoli, conductor

Recorded: 03/2011

The sumptuous resplendence of Dresden shines through in the festive choral works by Jan Dismas Zelenka recorded on the GENUIN classics label by the Marburger Bachchor and L’arpa festante with Nicolo Sokoli conducting. A Magnificat, Christmas Mass and Dixit Dominus setting are featured in the new release. From the highly expressive music, the warm sound of the chorus, the nuanced orchestral accompaniment, the noble singing of the soloists and the convincing overall effect of the recording, there is something appealing to any listener. There is no disputing the high level achieved in this production and the attractiveness of the repertoire - which together will make listeners eager to hear more from these musicians. ( GENUIN )