Hana Blažíková, a world-renowned interpreter of Baroque vocal music, is celebrated for the depth of her expression and the extraordinary purity of her tone.
For her concert in Kyiv, Hana has created a special program that reflects her heartfelt support for Ukraine. Through the works of two Baroque masters, G. F. Handel and J. S. Bach, she conveys a message of endurance, faith, and hope.
“War is undoubtedly the most difficult and painful experience for any person. I wanted to present several compositions that, in a figurative way, speak to these circumstances. They express human mortality and suffering, but also the indomitable human spirit and, ultimately, the great consolation and joy found in something that transcends us.
It is no coincidence that I included Bach’s compositions, which carry the message that human struggle is not in vain. All the selected Handel arias express admiration for the steadfastness and strength of Christ in the face of suffering and death.
I wished for today’s concert to ease, even a little, the hardships the Ukrainian people are experiencing. I know music is not all-powerful, but I hope that these moments spent with beautiful music will bring at least a small measure of comfort to your difficult days.”
With the support of the Czech Centre in Kyiv / České Centrum Kyjev
J. S. Bach - Ach, daß nicht die letzte Stunde in E Minor, BWV 439
J. S. Bach - Wie wohl ist mir, o Freund der Seelen in F Minor, BWV 517
G.F. Handel - Sonata for Flute and Basso continuo in F Major, HWV 377, transcription for cello and harpsichord by M. Caudle
G.F. Handel - Oratorio Der für die Sünde der Welt gemarterte und sterbende Jesus, HWV 48:
No. 33 Arioso Gläubige Seele. Ich seh’ an einen Stein gebunden Recitativo Gläubige Seele. Drum, Seele, schau mit ängstlichem Vergnügen
No. 34 Aria Gläubige Seele. Dem Himmel gleicht sein buntgefärbter Rücken
J.S. Bach - Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord in A Major, BWV 1015
J.S. Bach - Vergiß mein nicht in A Minor, BWV 505
G.F. Handel - Oratorio Der für die Sünde der Welt gemarterte und sterbende Jesus, HWV 48
No. 17 Aria Tochter Zion. Was Bärentatzen, Löwenklauen
No. 10. Aria Tochter Zion. Brich, mein Herz, zerfließ in Tränen
J.S. Bach - Allemande from Partita in D Major, BWV 828
J.S. Bach - Aria Die Armen will der Herr umarmen, No. 8 from Cantata Ärgre dich, o Seele, nicht, BWV 186
J.S. Bach - Aria Öffne dich, mein ganzes Herze, No. 5 from Cantata Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61
G.F. Handel - Sonata for violin and basso continuo in D major, HWV 371
G.F. Handel - Oratorio Der für die Sünde der Welt gemarterte und sterbende Jesus, HWV 48:
No. 39 Aria Tochter Zion. Schäumest du, du Schaum der Welt
No. 48 Arioso Gläubige Seele. Mein Heiland, Herr und Fürst!
G.F. Handel - Sonata for violin and basso continuo in D major, HWV 371
J.S. Bach - Aria Komm in mein Herzenhaus, No. 4 from Cantata Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, BWV 80