Longing, Hope and Fulfillment: Ich habe genug

The Colorado Chamber Players, now in its 16th season, embarks on an ongoing celebration in 2010, of J.S. Bach’s 325th birthday.  One of Bach’s most profoundly moving cantatas, Ich habe genug, BWV82, will feature Robert Gardner, Baritone in his debut with the Chamber Players; Lisa Martin, Oboe; and Stephen Tappe, Continuo Organ. Cantata #82 is a serene contemplation of death, and features one of the composer’s most beautiful arias, “Schlummert ein.”  Bach's Cantata #158 Der Friede sei mit dir  and Schubert’s A minor string quartet will complete the program.  St. John's own Schola Cantorum will sing the chorale movements.