Voices of Connection: 11/09 Bach: “Laudamus te” and “Gratias” from Mass in B Minor

The light and joyful “Laudamus te” is next. This contrasting movement features violin and soprano solos, accompanied by strings. The light and airy roulades of the two soloists suggest praise by the angels. A simple and profound chorus follows (“Gratias agimus tibi”). Bach’s composition here is extraordinary. The musical construction seems so simple, so pure; and yet the elevated, universal effect of the music is quite overwhelming.

– Dennis Keene


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BACH “Laudamus te” and “Gratias” from Mass in B Minor

Voices of Ascension
Dennis Keene, Artistic Director

Dominique Labelle, soprano
Mitsuru Tsubota, violin

Recorded live in concert on February 27, 2014, at Church of the Ascension
The singers in this performance are represented by the
American Guild of Musical Artists, AFL-CIO.

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