J. S. Bach - Cantatas: Bwv 40, 46, 64, 167 - T. Koopman (vol. 8 Cd 2) Apr 2026

This guide details from Volume 8 of Ton Koopman's acclaimed Bach Cantatas series , featuring the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir. This specific disc includes four major sacred works: BWV 40, 46, 64, and 167. Featured Works & Overview BWV 40: "Dazu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes" Occasion: Second Day of Christmas.

Focuses on Jesus as the conqueror of the "infernal serpent" (the devil). BWV 46: "Schauet doch und sehet, ob irgend ein Schmerz sei" Occasion: 10th Sunday after Trinity. This guide details from Volume 8 of Ton

Features a somber opening chorus that Bach later adapted for the "Qui tollis" of his Mass in B minor . Focuses on Jesus as the conqueror of the

Recorded at the Waalse Kerk in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Recorded at the Waalse Kerk in Amsterdam, Netherlands

A smaller-scale, intimate work centered on the love of God, heavily utilizing chorale settings. BWV 167: "Ihr Menschen, rühmet Gottes Liebe" Occasion: Feast of St. John the Baptist.

Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir , conducted by Ton Koopman.

Produced by Tini Mathot with sound engineering by Adriaan Verstijnen. Availability & Editions