Pergolesi - Stabat Mater

Review by Ray Penner

Album Review: Stabat Mater by Pergolesi (1970 Release) If you’re into classical music that feels like it’s straight out of a cathedral or an ancient opera house, Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater is the kind of album that’ll grab your soul and not let go. Released in 1970 across a bunch of countries—seriously, from the Netherlands to Hungary, this thing got around—it’s one of those timeless pieces that just keeps resonating. The version I’m reviewing here features Vasil Kazandiev conducting the Bulgarian Philharmonic Choir and Orchestra, with some absolutely stunning vocal performances. It’s labeled under genres like Non-Music and Classical, but honestly? This is music that defies labels. What Makes It Special First off, let me say this: if you’ve never heard Baroque choral music before, prepare for goosebumps. This isn’t background noise; it’s front-and-center emotional storytelling. The whole album is packed with tracks that hit hard, but two stood out to me so much they stuck in my brain like gum on a shoe. Track Highlight 1: “O Quam Tristis Et Afflicta” Okay, so this track? Wow. Just… wow. It starts off slow and mournful, like someone’s heart is breaking right there in front of you. Neli Bozhkova’s mezzo-soprano voice carries this haunting sadness that feels almost too real. You don’t need to understand Latin to feel what she’s singing about—it’s all in the delivery. And then when the choir joins in? Forget it. It’s like being wrapped up in layers of velvet sorrow. Every time I hear this one, I think about big cathedrals and candlelight flickering against stone walls. It’s heavy, man. Heavy in the best way possible. Track Highlight 2: “Fac Ut Portem Christi Mortem” This alto aria sung by Julia Hamari is another showstopper. There’s something about her tone—it’s rich and deep, like dark chocolate melting slowly. The lyrics talk about carrying Christ’s death in your own heart, which sounds super intense (and yeah, it is), but the melody softens the blow. It’s both comforting and devastating at the same time. Like, how does that even work? I found myself rewinding this track multiple times because it felt like every listen revealed something new. Plus, the string section backing her up adds this delicate shimmer that makes the whole thing sparkle, even though it’s still kinda sad. Why You Should Care What’s wild about Stabat Mater is how universal it feels. Even though it was written centuries ago, the emotions are still fresh. Whether you’re into religious themes or just appreciate beautiful compositions, this album has something for everyone. The mix of soloists, duets, and full choir moments keeps things dynamic, and the production quality holds up surprisingly well for a 1970 recording. Big props to engineers like Miloslav Kulhan and Eduard Herzog for making sure every note shines through. The credits list reads like a who’s who of talent—everyone from Tiha Genova’s soprano vocals to the RIAS-Kammerchor adding their magic touch. And can we talk about the design? Gábor Molnár’s graphics give the album cover this vintage charm that matches the music perfectly. It’s clear a lot of love went into putting this together. Final Thoughts Listening to Stabat Mater feels like stepping into a different world—one where time slows down and everything matters more. Sure, it’s technically a religious piece, but you don’t have to be religious to connect with it. At its core, it’s about pain, love, and hope—all things we can relate to. Here’s the unexpected part: while writing this review, I realized how rare it is to find music that makes you stop scrolling, put down your phone, and just listen. That’s exactly what this album did for me. So yeah, maybe give it a shot next time you need a break from playlists full of bops and beats. Who knows? You might end up crying in the shower over a 300-year-old composition. And honestly? That’s kinda beautiful. Rating: 9/10 – Because sometimes perfection needs a little imperfection to feel human.

Artist: Pergolesi
Album: Stabat Mater

1956

Rating: 4.5

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Track	Duration	Preview
Fac Ut Portem
Aria (Alto) "Fac Ut Portem Christi Mortem"
Fac Ut Ardeat
O Quam Tristis Et Afflicta (Duet)	2:20
Stabat Mater
X. Fac, Ut Portem Christi Mortem	3:00
Stabat Mater Per Soprano, Contralto, Archi E Basso Continuo
Salve Regina In La Minore - Antifona Per Contralto, Archi E Basso Continuo
Quae Moerebat Et Dolebat
Presto
Fac Ut Ardeat Cor Meum
Inflammatus Et Accensus (Duet)	2:40
Sancta Mater, Istud Agas
Stabat Mater A Tres Voces
Sinfonia " Al Santo Sepolcro"
Ela Mater
Ciuis Animam Gementem
Vidit Suum Dulcem Natum
Quai Moerebat
Cuius Anima Gementem	3:57
Eja Mater, Fons Amoris
Aria (Soprano) "Cujus Animam Gementem"
Quis Est Homo (Duet)	3:10
Quando Corpu Morietur
Vidit Suum Dulcem Natum (Soprano)	3:40
V. Quis Est Homo - Pro Peccatis Suae Gentis	3:10
Sancta Mater
Stabat Mater Dolorosa
Sancta Mater Istud Agas (Duet)	5:40
VIII. Fac, Ut Ardeat Cor Meum	2:30
IX. Sancta Mater, Istud Agas	5:00
- Pro Peccatis Suae Gentis	0:43
Duet "Inflammatus Et Accensus"
In Coelestibus Regnis - Antifona Per Contralto, Archi E Basso Continuo
Eia Mater Fons Amoris (Contralto)	2:55
Quando Corpus Morietur	5:44
Aria (Soprano) "Vidit Suum Dulcem Natum"
Duet "Fac Ut Ardeat Cor Meum"
Aria (Alto) "Quae Moerebat Et Dolebat"
I. Stabat Mater Dolorosa	3:03
In Coelestibus Regnis	2:34
Largo
Fac, Ut Portem Christi Mortem
Quando Corpus Morietur, Amen
Allegro Ma Poco	2:20
IV. Quae Maerebat Et Dolebat	2:30
XII. Quando Corpus Morietur	3:00
Eia Mater, Fons Amoris
O Quam Tristis
Fac Ut Ardeat Cor Meum (Chorus)	2:25
Cujus Animam
Amen (Chorus)	1:10
Salve Regina - Ad Te Clamamus, Ad Te Suspiramus	11:43
Quae Morebat Et Dolebat	4:34
Cujus Animam Gementem
Ricercar Del Quarto Tono
Vidit Auum
Canto Llano
Inflamattus Et Accensus
Quae Moerebat Et Dolebat (Contralto)	2:45
Stabat Mater, Entonacion
Quis Est Homo
XI. Inflammatus Et Accensus	2:30
Inflammatus Et Accensus
Cuius Animam Gementem (Soprano)	2:45
VII. Eia, Mater Fons Amoris	2:30
Duet "O Quam Tristis Et Afflicta"
Adagio
Quando Corpus Amen
Quando Corpus Morietur (Duet)	3:10
Adagio Molto	2:20
Duet "Sancta Mater Istud Agas"
Quis Est Homo, Qui Non Fleret	4:19
VI. Vidit Suum Dulcem Natum	3:00
O Quam Tristis Et Afflicta
Duet "Quando Corpus Morietur"
Anonimo Napolitano: Tarantela
Fac, Ut Ardeat Cor Meum
Amen	2:00
Aria (Alto) "Eja Mater Fans Amoris"
Duet "Stabat Mater Dolorosa"
Fac Ut Portem Christi Mortem (Contralto)	3:50
II. Cuius Animam Gementem	3:00
Duet "Quis Est Homo"
Inflammatus
III. O Quanm Tristis Et Afflicta	1:30
Fac Ut Portem Christi Mortem
Stabat Mater Dolorosa (Chorus)	4:00

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Role	Company
Recorded At	House Of Artists

Credits

Role	Credit
Alto Vocals	Hanne Münch
Conductor	Günter Kehr
Liner Notes	Joseph Braunstein
Orchestra	Mainz Chamber Orchestra
Soprano Vocals	Friederike Sailer
Bass Vocals	Bernard Arrieta
Tenor Vocals	Pino De Vittorio
Choir	Czech Philharmonic Chorus
Chorus Master	Josef Veselka
Composed By	Giovanni Battista Pergolesi
Contralto Vocals	Anita Turner-Butler
Engineer	Miloslav Kulhan
Recorded By	Eduard Herzog
Music Director	Agostino Orizio
Chorus	Hunyadi Mátyás Általános Iskola Gyermekkórusa, Árpádházi Szent Margit Nőikar
Graphics	Molnár Gábor
Design	Molnár Gábor
Producer	Thaler Tamás
Text By	Jacopone da Todi
Vocals	Anna Caterina Antonacci, Barbara Frittoli
Mezzo-soprano Vocals	Neli Bozhkova

Notes

Made in Germany by PMDC
Registrazione Effettuata A Milano, Sacrestia Monumentale Della Chiesa Di San Marco, 31 Gennaio, 1-3 Febbraio 1996
[Back cover]
Printed in Holland
[Label]
℗ 1966
This version has ℗ 1966 on the labels.

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Other (manufacturing code): 70.1
Other (manufacturing code): 73 1
Matrix / Runout (on labels): 1 12 0620
Other (manufacturing code): 71 1
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L555
Mould SID Code: IFPI 94G6
SPARS Code: DDD
Rights Society: ARTISJUS
Barcode: 3351475015714
Other (Boxed): 18

About Pergolesi

Italian Baroque violin player, organist & composer. Born January 4, 1710 in Jesi (Ancona) Italy, died March 16 or 17, 1736 in Pozzuoli (Napoli) Italy. Pergolesi composed serious and comic operas, interludes, oratories, cantatas, sacred music, instrumental music, but it was "La serva padrona" and "Stabat Mater" that ensured him undying fame. "La serva padrona" is the masterpiece of comic theater, which later became the model of this musical genre, later followed by musicians such as Mozart and Rossini.

Real Name

Giovanni Battista Pergolesi

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Pergolesi's *Stabat Mater*, a masterpiece of Baroque choral music, has been reimagined and recorded countless times across the globe? One standout version was released in 1970, featuring an international effort with contributions from countries like Italy, Germany, and even Czechoslovakia. The album brought together a stunning lineup of talent, including conductor Vasil Kazandiev and mezzo-soprano Neli Bozhkova, alongside the Bulgarian Philharmonic Choir and Orchestra. What’s wild is how this sacred work, originally composed in the early 18th century, continues to resonate through time—performed in styles ranging from operatic duets to haunting choral arrangements. It’s like Pergolesi wrote something so timeless it keeps finding new life everywhere it goes.

Comments

emma051

2025-03-06

❤?

suedl99

2025-03-05

Per me è l'edizione migliore considerata universalmente un capolavoro è quella Diretta dal maestro Abbado con Margareth Marshall e Lucia Valentini Terrani del 1986; riconosco che anche questa è molto valida ??