In the program: Johann Sebastian Bach - "Weihnachtsoratorium" I d. Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf, preiset die Tage (Rejoice, celebrate, make merry) II d. Und es waren Hirten in derselben Gegend (In the same neighborhood there were shepherds) III d. Herrscher des Himmels, erhöre das Lallen (Lord of the heavens, hear the cry)
With this solemn and unique concert giving the spirit of Christmas, the Kaunas State Philharmonic begins a long-term cycle of concerts, which will aim to convey the works belonging to the golden music works fund in a slightly different way. How are genius creations born? This is J.S. Bach's "Christmas Oratorio" born under the guidance of completely pragmatic goals. In order to become the court composer of the King of Saxony-Poland, the then Leipzig St. The cantor of Thomas's church composed several secular cantatas specifically for the king's court. And so that the best numbers of these cantatas would not perish in the dust of oblivion, the composer decided to use many of them for a new idea - a monumental, six-part work that sings the story of the birth of Christ.
The history of the Christmas Oratorio, which began almost three centuries ago, has given this work the status of immortality. During the Christmas period, this piece is played in churches and concert halls in many countries, new recordings of this oratorio are constantly being released, and the oratorio itself has deservedly been called one of the most monumental and beautiful masterpieces of Bach's work. Presenting the first three parts of the oratorio to the audience, the Kaunas State Philharmonic intends to continue this tradition and present the next three cantatas a year later. And is it possible to not only play or sing Bach, but also dance? Definitely yes, the dancers Stefanija and Jakūbas Nosovai would answer without doubt. The interpretation of JS Bach's "Christmas Oratorio" based on their body plasticity will become a real intrigue and a Christmas surprise for the audience.
