JOSEPH RHEINBERGER (1839-1901): Der Stern von Bethlehem, Op. 164, 9 Advent Motets, Op. 176.

Description: Rarely recorded, this 1890 oratorio was one of Rheinberger’s most simple, affecting and touching works. Although an SACD, this recording was made 23 years ago and stands as the only currently available CD recording. Dilec Gecer (soprano), Michael Junge (baritone), Dresden University Choir, Vogtland Philharmonie; Stefan Frans.