This album features a selection of works by Johann Sebastian Bach, performed by the Bach Collegium Japan under the direction of Masaaki Suzuki. The centerpiece of the album includes arias and choruses from Bach's sacred compositions such as the *St. John Passion* and various cantatas. Notable among the performers is Yoshikazu Mera, a counter-tenor renowned for his exceptional voice and expressive depth. The album highlights the spiritual richness and historical significance of these pieces, emphasizing Bach's role in the evolution of sacred music during the Baroque period.
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