Wilhelm Ehmann

Wilhelm Ehmann was a German musicologist, choral conductor, and influential figure in early music performance. Born in 1904, he was a key force in the mid-20th-century revival of historically informed performance, particularly of sacred choral works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. He founded the Westfälische Kantorei in Herford, Germany, and made a name for himself with his passionate interpretations of works by composers like Heinrich Schütz, whose music he helped bring back into the spotlight.

Ehmann was also a prolific educator and scholar, publishing numerous works on church music and performance practice. His recordings, especially those focusing on German Baroque and Romantic choral repertoire, remain highly regarded for their clarity and reverence to historical style. Through both his teaching and conducting, Ehmann left a lasting impact on European choral music and the appreciation of early sacred compositions.

Genres

Classical

Chamber Music

Choral

Baroque

Romantic Music

Early Music

Renaissance

Sacred

Historical Performance

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Latest Release

Distler, H.: Der Jahrkreis

Hugo Distler•

Wilhelm Ehmann

Album - 25 Tracks - Released January 28, 2010