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Andrew Parrott is a master of musicological detective work, known for his adventurous and uncompromising scholarship. He is also internationally known for his pioneering historically informed performances and recordings of pre-classical repertory. This new combines the best of both, resulting in the first full reconstruction and recording of the funeral music for J.S. Bach's patron, Prince Leopold of Cöthen. Parrott conducts the renowned Taverner Consort and Players, the organization he founded in 1973, and a superb roster of baroque vocal soloists. A unique document and superb performance make this a recording for classical music aficionados and lovers of Bach's music alike. Album Tracks 1. Burial Service at the Arrival of the Coffin (Part III) Laß, Leopold, Dich Nicht Begraben 2. Burial Service at the Arrival of the Coffin (Part III) Wie Kont Es Möglich Seyn 3. Burial Service at the Arrival of the Coffin (Part III) Wird Auch Gleich Nach Tausend Zähren 4. Burial Service at the Arrival of the Coffin (Part III) Und, Herr, Das Ist Die Specerey 5. Burial Service at the Arrival of the Coffin (Part III) Geh, Leopold, Zu Deiner Ruh 6. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) Klagt, Kinder 7. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) O Land! Bestürtztes Land! 8. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) Weh Und Ach 9. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) Wie, Wenn Der Blitze Grausakeit 10. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) Zage Nur, Du Treues Land 11. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) Ach Ja! Dein Scheiden Geht Uns Nah 12. Memorial Service Following the Arrival of the Principal Mourners (Part I) Komm Wieder, Theurer Fürsten
