Rve Biblical Characters
With Donald Macleod.
5: The Virgin Mary. Venerated worldwide, the mother of Jesus has also been a perpetual source of inspiration to composers of all styles and periods. Including:
Handel Glory Be to God in the Highest (Messiah)
Gabrieli Consort and Players, conductor Paul McCreesh
Bach Schlafe , Mein Liebster
(Christmas Oratorio)
Andreas Scholl (countertenor), Academy of Ancient Music, conductor
Rene Jacobs Berlioz Shepherds' Farewell (L 'Enfance du Christ)
London Symphony Chorus and Orchestra, conductor Colin Davis
Haydn Mother , Behold Your Son (The Seven Last Words)
Arnold Schoenberg Choir,
Vienna Concentus Musicus, conductor Nikolaus Hamoncourt