Franz Joseph Haydn, Donna Carter, John Cheek, Jon Humphrey, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, Robert Shaw - Franz Joseph Haydn: The Creation
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Franz Joseph Haydn: The Creation
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About Franz Joseph Haydn, Donna Carter, John Cheek, Jon Humphrey, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, Robert Shaw - Franz Joseph Haydn: The Creation
Robert Shaw is so dependable a guide to the masterpieces of the choral repertory that it's safe to say you can't go wrong in turning to him for Haydn's greatest work for voices. That's true even in a field crowded with solid alternatives geared to differing tastes. So if you want Haydn's original German text ("Die Schöpfung"), there are excellent performances by von Karajan on DG and Wöldike on Vanguard; for the same, with an extra dash of exuberance, there's Solti on London. If only original instruments will suffice, try Gardiner on Archiv. But for a Creation in English (using Shaw's own superior translation), Shaw rules the roost. It's also the best-recorded version; when the big choruses let loose, this is an audiophile's delight. The soloists are never less than adequate, though no match for von Karajan's starry cast. Shaw's interpretation hews the fine line between drama and lyricism; his middle-of-the road stance lets the music speak eloquently for itself. Even if you have a German-language version, this set will give joy and insights. --Dan Davis Amazon.com essential recording
Tracks
Disc 1
- Introduction The Representation Of Chaos
- Recitative: In The Beginning - Chorus: In The Spirit - Recitative: And God Saw The Light
- Aria With Chorus: Now Vanished By The Holy Beams
- Recitative: And God Made The Firmament
- Chorus With Solo: What Wonder Doth His Work Reveal
- Recitative: And God Said; Let The Waters
- Aria: Rolling In Foaming Billows
- Recitative: And God Said: Let All The Earth Bring Forth Grass
- Aria: Now Robed In Cool Refreshing Green
- Recitative: And The Heavenly Host
- Chorus: Awake The Harp
- Recitative: And God Said; Let There Be Lights
- Recitative: In Shining Splendor
- Chorus With Trio: The Heavens Are Telling
- Recitative: And God Said; Let The Waters Bring Forth
- Aria: On Mighty Wings
- Recitative: And God Created Great Whales
- Recitative: And The Angels Struck
- Trio: In Fairest Raiment - Chorus With Trio: The Lord Is Great
Disc 2
- Recitative: And God Said; Let Earth Bring Forth
- Recitative: Straight Opening Her Fertile Womb
- Aria: Now Shines The Brightest Glory
- Recitative: And God Created Man
- Aria: In Native Worth
- Recitative: And God Saw Everything
- Chorus: Fulfilled At Last The Glorious Work - Trio: From Thee, O Lord - Chorus: Fulfilled At Last The Glorious Work
- Recitative: In Rosy Mantle
- Hymn: By Thee With Grace
- Recitative: Now Is Our Duty
- Duet: Sweet Companion!
- Recitative: O Happy Pair
- Chorus With Soloists: Sing To God
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User Reviews
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(12 reviews)
Beautiful performance of an inspiring work. Solo and chorus voices clear; harmonious blend with orchestra. A great listening pleasure.
May 14, 2008This is OK, the Robert Shaw Chorale has it's usual homogenized sound, but there is a certain bite or excitement that I think is missing. Also, as a general rule, I am never totally satisfied with translations.
August 1, 2007This recording has been regarded as "required listening" for choral musicians and directors. I doubt we will find better choral singing of this piece in our lifetimes. You should have heard it LIVE! To "Mensa Girl," why did you need a recording to help you learn this piece? You are "Mensa," after all.
February 21, 2007A wonderful interpretation of Haydn's masterpiece - the descriptive language, beautiful solos, and engaging choruses all come together to paint a glorious picture of God's handiwork. I have heard this in the original German but as an English speaker prefer this English translation because of the amazing association between the words and the music.
January 11, 2007I was assigned to sing this piece for my chorus class and when I heard it, I was just blown away. I'm not a believer in God, but it truly has a huge impact. The solos were especially mind-blowing.
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