Brahms' Ein deutsches Requiem was initially conceived as a 'cantata of grief' - it was the death of his mother and the desire to create a memorial to his friend Robert Schumann that makes this music so intensely personal. With it's radiant messages of humanity, consolation and comfort, the Requiem caused a sensation and made Brahms famous virtually overnight. The work is heard here with it's 'ad libitum' organ and contrabassoon reinstated, enormously intensifying the depth of tone colors and lower sonorities. For the conductor Ralf Otto flexibility, diversity and transparency of sound have always been essential for his work with orchestras and choirs. Otto believes that understanding the compositional structure of a piece of music is an indispensable prerequisite to achieving intensely emotional expression. The conductor's reputation is based on his gift for interpreting different musical styles, from the Renaissance to the music of today. Since the beginning of his career, he has been a strong advocate for the performance of early music according to historically informed performance practices. His numerous recordings and broadcasts are a testament to his artistic achievements.

Tracklist:

Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 1, Selig Sind, Die Da Leid Tragen
Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 2, Denn Alles Fleisch, Es Ist Wie Gras
Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 3, Herr, Lehre Doch Mich
Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 4, Wie Lieblich Sind Deine Wohnungen
Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 5, Ihr Habt Nun Traurigkeit
Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 6, Denn Wir Haben Hie Keine Bleibende Statt
Ein Deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: No. 7, Selig Sind Die Toten

UPC: 747313427376
Label: Naxos
Release Date: 10.23.20
Format: CD

Brahms / Gansch / Ralf - Ein Deutsches Requiem (CD)