Bach and Handel: A festive duel in the Christmas Magnificat!

Bach and Handel: A festive duel in the Christmas Magnificat!

In the festive time of the year, the Rias Kammerchor ensures a musical climax with his new admission of Johann Sebastian Bach "Magnificat". This work, known from the traditional Advent season, is impressively interpreted by the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin under the direction of Justin Doyle. The choir not only brings to this less well-known Latin work, but also lifts it into a festive framework by being called "Christmas Magnificat". This was reported by taz.de

The "Magnificat", which Bach composed in 1723, is framed by the musical sounds in the Jesus-Christ Church and offers a new, elegant view of the beloved advent music. This renewal goes hand in hand with the performance of Georg Friedrich Handel's "Utrecht te Deum", which is also known for its magnificent ensemble sounds. The Rias Chamber Choir, founded in 1948 and supported by the Radio Orchestra and Chöre GmbH Berlin, has made a name for itself with numerous premieres of contemporary compositions. The institution has built up an international reputation over the years, as can be found on wikipedia.org

The selection of music pieces at Christmas time shows that in addition to the classic melodies, Bach's “Christmas Magnificat” also takes a special place in the run-up to Christmas. These pieces that combine emotion and spirituality promise both musical elegance and a festive atmosphere for all listeners.