Works from J.S. Bach
Works for Oboe, Bassoon, Trumpet, Violin, Viola, and Vocal
In this powerful program, Bach’s Cantata: Selin ist der Mann (BWV 57) and Cantata: Erfeut euch, ihr Herzen (BWV 66) explore the emotional extremes of fear and hope. Through rich harmonies and intricate vocal lines, these cantatas take the audience on a journey through human vulnerability and resilience, showcasing Bach’s ability to capture the deepest aspects of the human experience.
Program
BACH Cantata No. 57, “Selig ist der Mann,”
I. Aria: “Selig ist der Mann”
II. Recitative: “Ach! dieser susse Trost”
III. Aria: “Ich wunschte mir den Tod”
IV. Recitative: “Ich reich dir die Hand”
V. Aria: “Ja, ja, ich kann die Feinde schlagen”
VI. Recitative: “In meinem Schooss liegt Ruh und Leben”
VII. Aria: “Ich ende behende mein irdisches Leben”
VIII. Chorus: “Richte dich, Liebste”
BACH The Art of Fugue
3. Contrapunctus 3
BACH Cantata No. 66, “Erfreut euch, ihr Herzen”
I. Chorus: “Erfreut euch, ihr Herzen”
II. Recitative: “Es bricht das Grab und damit unsre Not”
III. Aria: “Lasset dem Hochsten ein Danklied erschallen”
IV. Recitative: “Bei Jesu Leben freudig sein”
V. Duet: “Ich furchte nicht/zwar des Grabes Finsternissen”
VI. Chorus: “Alleluja! Des solln wir alle froh sein”
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Join the Carmel Bach Festival for its 88th season—Dialogues—running July 12-26, 2025. Musicians will explore musical conversations across time via works such as Bach’s Mass in B Minor and The Art of the Fugue, Mozart’s Requiem and “Jupiter” symphony, Haydn’s “Harmoniemesse,” and featured works by Stravinsky and Jessie Montgomery. With 40 events to choose from, there is something for everyone! Browse the full season lineup, purchase tickets, and find information on free community events at www.bachfestival.org.
