{"product_id":"8717306265096","title":"J.S. Bach: Lutheran Masses Bwv 233-236 - J.s. Bach: Lutheran Masses Bwv 233-236 - Import 2 CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJ.S. Bach: Lutheran Masses Bwv 233-236\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fusion of traditional structure and newly conceived timbres A collection of meticulously crafted Masses evoking the path to Bach's late years J.S. Bach left behind four \"Lutheran Masses\" (small Masses consisting of Kyrie and Gloria). These were composed in the 1730s, a period leading toward the profound artistic synthesis of his late years. Reusing material from his earlier cantatas, these masterpieces advance to an entirely new dimension through intricate counterpoint, rich orchestration, and a profound sensitivity to the Latin Mass Ordinary. In this series, Bach fused theological tradition with innovative compositional techniques. By reconstructing festive choruses, expanding emotionally rich arias, and reimagining traditional material with new sonorities, he elevated the very transformation of past music into a profound creative act. Though often overshadowed by the monumental Mass in B minor, these works possess immense charm as compositions radiating their own unique brilliance.\n\nLed by Virelles, the Cologne Academy presents these four Masses as a unified artistic vision, clearly highlighting their shared structural characteristics, vibrant instrumentation, and rich emotional breadth.\n\nPentatone\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PentaTone Classics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52376929599777,"sku":"8717306265096","price":5490.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/8717306265096.jpg?v=1771770262","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/8717306265096","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}