Since you are interested in Cantatas (Vol 47) BWV27, BWV36, BWV47, here is a list of other items that you may find interesting.
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J. S. BACH
Easter and Ascension Oratorios Carolyn Sampson, Iestyn Davies, James Gilchrist & Peter Harvey / Retrospect Ensemble, Matthew Halls [ Linn ECHO / CD - released 1/Dec/2014 ] This, the second release of the highly anticipated Retrospect Ensemble series, features the Easter Oratorio, one of Bach's best-known oratorios and a monumental work, as well as the Ascension Oratorio. |
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J. S. BACH
Cantatas Vol 3 (Nos 12, 54, 162, 182) Midori Suzuki (soprano) Yoshikazu Mera (counter-tenor) Gerd Turk (tenor) Peter Kooij (bass) / Collegium Japan / Masaaki Suzuki [ BIS / CD - released 1/Oct/2013 ] "The performances are, to my ears, of unmatched excellence. Masaaki Suzuki's direction never falters and his solo vocalists seem to go from strength to strength as the series progresses." Gramophone Magazine Editor's Choice |
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HANDEL
Messiah (Complete Oratorio) Midori Suzuki, Yoshikazu Mera, John Elwes, David Thomas / Bach Collegium Japan, Masaaki Suzuki [ BIS / 2 CD - released 1/Aug/1997 ] Rosette Recording (Penguin Stereo Guide) |
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CLAUDIO MONTEVERDI
Monteverdi: Vespro della Beata Vergine. Midori Suzuki, Yukari Nonoshita, Yoshie Hida / Bach Collegium Japan / Suzuki [ BIS / 2 CD - released 19/May/2001 ] Suzuki's group now perform the Monteverdi Vespers |
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VARIOUS COMPOSERS
Takako Nishizaki Plays Suzuki Evergreens, Vol. 7 Takako Nishizaki (violin) / Various accompanists and orchestras [ Naxos / CD - released 1/Jun/2010 ] "Throughout Nishizaki has been partnered by the New Zealand pianist, Terence Dennis, the duo giving performances that offer a 'clean' guide the student before adding their own interpretations." David Denton |
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J. S. BACH
Mera sings Bach Yoshikazu Mera (counter-tenor) / Bach Collegium Japan directed by Masaaki Suzuki [ BIS / CD - released 1/Mar/2000 ] A selection of Bach from this wonderful counter-tenor - a delight! |
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BUXTEHUDE
Membra Jesu Nostri: Cycle of Cantatas in seven parts Midori Suzuki / Yoshikazu Mera / Bach Collegium Japan / Suzuki [ BIS / CD - released 1/May/1998 ] Highly regarded recording of the famous Cantatas! |
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J.S. BACH
St John Passion / St Matthew Passion (Complete) Nancy Argenta, Gerd Turk, Yoshikazu Mera, Masaaki Suzuki & Bach Collegium Japan [ BIS / 5 CD - released 1/Feb/2002 ] |
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J.S. BACH
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 544, (excerpts) Nancy Argenta (soprano) Robin Blaze (counter-tenor) Makoto Sakurada (tenor) Gerd Tark (bass) / Bach Collegium Japan, Masaaki Suzuki, conductor [ BIS / SACD - released 1/Jan/2005 ] "The overall performance, combined with different presentation options, make it a serious contender for first choice." - MusicWeb March 2005 |
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J.S. BACH
Cantatas (Vol 29) Nos 2, 3, 38 & 135 Pascal Bertin (counter tenor) Dorothee Mields (soprano) Gerd Turk (tenor) Peter Kooij (bass) / Bach Collegium Japan / Masaaki Suzuki [ BIS / SACD - released 1/Nov/2005 ] "This release further enhances the reputation of the series as one of the glories of the CD era" (MusicWeb Feb 2006) |