Baroque choral literature
The bass is the foundation of music, and in the Baroque period, that foundation developed into an almost indispensable accompaniment battery of one or more string instruments, an organ or harpsichord, and sometimes also a lute and a wind instrument. This 'basso continuo' played along, the bass itself written out, above which free improvisation within the rules of art. The continuo has been of great significance in the development of music and provided more emphasis on text and personal expression.
In 'To Be Continued', the VU Chamber Choir presents some highlights from Baroque choral literature, but they also ask the question about the later function and influence of the basso continuo.
The Italian origins of Viadana, Cavalieri and Monteverdi inspired Northern composers such as Schütz, Schein and Sweelinck. The program focuses on Jesu Meine Freude, a motet by JS Bach. Finally, we look at what became of the basso continuo after the Baroque period, first in the classical period with Michael Haydn (brother of), later by Hugo Distler, who was inspired by the Baroque text handling and, as icing on the cake, wrote a brand new composition by Daan Manneke, written primarily for the VU Chamber Choir.
NB The end time mentioned is an indication.
The VU Chamber Choir
The VU Chamber Choir is half a century young and has over 30 ambitious choristers. Both youthful enthusiasm and wise experience are part of the magical mix. This variety continues in the program choice, in which there is room for ancient and brand-new music, accompanied or a cappella. Visit the VU Chamber Choir website for more information about the choir.
Program
L. da Viadana - (selection from) Cento concerti ecclesiastici
E. de Cavalieri - Rappresentatione di anima et di corpo (selection)
C. Monteverdi - X Psalm 'Laudi Jerusalem' (from Marian Vespers)
JH Schein - (selection from) Israëlsbrünnlein
H. Schütz - (selection from) Psalms of David
J. Bach - Unser Leben is ein Treasures
JS Bach - Jesu Meine Freude
J.Pzn. Sweelinck - (selection from) Cantiones Sacrae
M. Haydn - (selection from) Responsoria ad quatuor Evangelia in Solemnitate Sanctissimi Corporis Christi
H. Distler (1908–1942) - Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied
H. Distler (1908–1942) - Vorspruch
D. Manneke - Commissioned composition
About Couleur Vocale
Couleur Vocale is a concert series in De Waalse Kerk for Amsterdam choirs and vocal ensembles, and of course also for lovers of vocal music from all over the country.
