Jan Dismas Zelenka (1679–1745)
"Václav Luks directs the Officium defunctorum with ample dramatic energy; Collegium 1704’s players and choir perform with lyricism and precision. A fabulous masterpiece is unveiled." (Gramophone)
"...the 1704s are among the leading Zelenka performers of the day. Happy days for Zelenka fans.“ (Early Music Review)
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Antonín Reichenauer (1694–1730)
 
World premiere recording of instrumental concerts by the Czech baroque composer
This CD has received Diapason d'Or and has been selected as a "CD der Woche" by the MDR, German broadcasting station
Sergio Azzolini – bassoon
Xenia Löffler – oboe
Lenka Torgersen – violin
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Jan Dismas Zelenka (1679–1745)"...It turns out to be a fascinating reworking
with much to be admired by a conductor who is full of ideas and who demands our attention. He clearly wishes to communicate how thrilling Zelenka can be..."
(Andrew Hinds, jdzelenka.net)
"...The sound recording, from a Prague castle, is superb. This Czech ensemble is to be commended for its effective championing of music from its home ground."
(James Manheim, All Music Guide)
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Jan Dismas Zelenka (1679–1745)
4 Diapasons
TIP Harmonie
Coup de coeur TV Mezzo
"It's one of the nicest and most remarkable recordings of the baroque music I have ever heard." (Michael Stegermann, Stereoplay)
"This album is a real discover confirming a captivating Zelenka’s profile. This recording is one of the most convincing in the field." (Camille Joyeuse, classiquenews.com)
"All in all a unique CD you simply must have in your collection."
(www.klassiekezaken.nl, Doron Nagan)
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Jan Dismas Zelenka (1679–1745)Jan Dismas Zelenka (1679-1745), the famous Czech composer who worked at the court in Dresden most probably wrote the pieces on this CD in Prague in 1723 for the local orchestra of Count Hartig.
Zelenka's music still surprises the listener more than 250 years later. It is truly unconventional even for audiences in the 21st century!
The recording was prepared according to the original manuscripts archived in the Landesbibliothek Dresden. These compositions offer a glimpse into the world of one of the most original and noteworthy musical geniuses. Zelenka's Compositions for Orchestra – works by one of the most noteworthy musical geniuses.
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Jiří Antonín Benda (1722–1795)
 5 Diapasons
TIP Harmonie
"The performance of Václav Luks and his Collegium 1704 calls for praise. (...) It is remarkable recording which belongs to the best ones in this repertoir." (Diapason, Philippe Ramin, 2/2006)
"Collegium 1704, with the excellent Václav Luks on harpsichord, bring this cosmopolitan era to life quite brilliantly. The lively atmosphere of the time is reconstructed with a 'classical' spirit. (...) Luks and his Collegium demonstrate their ability to honour the high level of craftsmanship in this music." (Goldberg, Giampaolo Mele, 2006)
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