Maddalena ai piedi di Cristo (Engl.: Magdalene at the feet of Christ) is an oratorio by Antonio Caldara, set to a libretto by Bernardo Sandrinelli. [1]
Synopsis
The oratorio is about the former "sinner" Mary Magdalene (Maddalena). The allegorical figures of earthly and heavenly love try to win her over to their side. At this point, Maddalena has already largely renounced earthly temptations but is still unsure whether she can really find forgiveness. She finds support from her sister Marta and from Jesus Christ (Cristo) himself. A Pharisee (Fariseo) doubts the correctness of her decision. He believes that sins can only be atoned for through offerings in the temple. In the end, Maddalena finally makes her choice and Earthly Love retreats to the underworld. (Translated and abridged from German Wikipedia[1])
Maddalena ai piedi di Cristo most likely was written in Venice in 1698[1]. A copy exists from 1713.
Roles and premiere cast
| Role | Voice type | Premiere cast |
|---|---|---|
| Cristo (Christ) | Tenor | |
| Maddalena (Maria Magdalene) | Soprano | |
| Marta, sorella di Maddalena | Soprano | |
| Amor Celeste (Heavenly Love) | Contralto | |
| Amor Terreno (Earthly Love) | Contralto | |
| Fariseo (a Pharisee) | Bariton |
Répertoire International des Sources Musicales – RISM-OPAC
Sources
Free Score at the IMSLP:
Maddalena ai piedi di Cristo in Philippe Jaroussky's discography, filmography and performance history
Concert programs
| Year | Concert program | With | Ensemble | Conductor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Stabat mater – Caldara & Pergolesi | Céline Scheen | L'Arpeggiata | Christina Pluhar |
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Complete list of musical numbers from Maddalena ai piedi di Cristo
This listing only contains the musical pieces performed and/or recorded by Philippe Jaroussky.
| Year published or performed | title | Album, Video or Concert Program | Year first published/performed |
|---|---|---|---|
References
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