Vocalensemble Rastatt is a renowned German chamber choir, widely acclaimed for its performances and recordings of Baroque and Romantic choral music. Founded by conductor and artistic director Holger Speck, the ensemble has established itself as a significant voice in the world of classical music, particularly through its interpretation of sacred and secular works from the 17th to the 19th centuries. Vocalensemble Rastatt's members are a group of handpicked singers who specialize in historically informed performance, bringing a distinct clarity and expressiveness to their music-making.

Their repertoire spans a diverse selection of choral music, with a special focus on German composers, as seen in their recent releases. The ensemble pays homage to baroque traditions with works like "Freue dich, du Tochter Zion. Barockmusik zur Weihnachtszeit" and Dieterich Buxtehude's "In dulci jubilo," while also venturing into the Romantic era with pieces such as Johannes Brahms's "Wach auf, meins Herzens Schöne." Their interpretation of Handel's "Israel in Egypt, HWV 54" showcases their aptitude for dramatic narrative, while the performances of Saint-Saëns's "Oratorio de Noël" and Josef Gabriel Rheinberger’s sacred and secular compositions, "Christus factus est (Musica sacra VII)" and "Dennoch singt die Nachtigall. Weltliche Chormusik," respectively, reveal their versatility and sensitivity to a wide range of musical styles. Vocalensemble Rastatt's dedication to choral excellence has earned it numerous accolades and a dedicated following among classical music enthusiasts.

Genres

German Choir

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Latest Release

J.S. Bach: Friede auf Erden. Rekonstruierte Kantaten BWV 197.1, 80.1, 190.1

Johann Sebastian Bach•

Vocalensemble Rastatt

Album - 20 Tracks - Released August 23, 2024