The Retrospect Ensemble, led by Matthew Halls, tackles two of Bach’s largest creations on their new album ‘JS Bach Easter and Ascension Oratorios’. This star studded performance features soloists Carolyn Sampson (soprano), Iestyn Davies (countertenor), James Gilchrist (tenor) and Peter Harvey (bass).
This recording brings to life the epic tales of the four main characters through the talented and inspired story telling of the soloists and the passion and force of the Retrospect Ensemble. The skill and brilliance of Bach’s writing in these oratorio masterpieces is brought out with this dynamic recording and shouldn’t be missed!
Following its launch in 2009, this is the Ensemble’s second disc and follows its critically acclaimed debut recording of ‘Purcell Ten Sonatas in Four Parts’, a Finalist at the 2009 Gramophone Awards. This is Retrospect’s first large-scale recording, complete with four-part choir and orchestra (including timpani), and secures their reputation as the UK’s leading period instrument orchestra.
‘JS Bach Easter and Ascension Oratorios’ is available to download now in up to Studio Master 192kHz quality and can be pre-ordered on SACD.
