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Over the years some star singers have participated in recordings of these two works but, the best that can be said about the singers here is that they are of "Provincial" standard. It can be argued that Bach himself probably used singers of this sort of standard when performing his own works but -what is certain - is that he would have wanted the best available, so why wouldn't anyone else?
The orchestral and choral contributions in the Magnificat are competent enough but the solo team are a mixed bunch with the tenor probably being about the best of them. To my mind the least acceptable is Nicholas Gedge and after listening to his weak, tremulous singing in the beautiful cantata "Ich habe genug" I'd certainly had enough!
The other reviews of this recording on this site are so enthusiastic that I bought this disc on the strength of them. I'm pleased that this recording has given others pleasure but, based on my own experiences, I really do advise caution if you are thinking about buying it. Perhaps you could try sampling it to see if you like it too. For myself, I won't be keeping it.
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R. Rockwell
Well-performed Bach Masterpieces
Recensito negli Stati Uniti il 21 dicembre 2005