Experience the enchanting sounds of the Renaissance with "A Renaissance Christmas" by The Sixteen, conducted by Harry Christophers. This captivating album, released on September 28, 2018, under the CORO label, is a celebration of the festive season through the lens of traditional and medieval music. Spanning a rich hour and seven minutes, this collection features 19 tracks that transport you to a time of profound musical beauty and spiritual depth.
The album opens with "Resonemus laudibus" and closes with "Omnes de Saba venient" by Lassus, framing a journey through some of the most beloved and lesser-known works of the Renaissance. Highlights include the joyous "Hodie Christus natus est," the hauntingly beautiful "O magnum mysterium," and the evocative "Vox in Rama." The album also features works by renowned composers such as Jacob Handl, Johannes Eccard, Thomas Tallis, and Tomás Luis de Victoria, each contributing to the rich tapestry of sounds that define this era.
"The Sixteen" is renowned for their impeccable performances of early music, and this album is no exception. Under the guidance of Harry Christophers, they bring a sense of authenticity and reverence to each piece, allowing the music to speak for itself. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Renaissance music or a newcomer to the genre, "A Renaissance Christmas" offers a delightful and enriching listening experience. The album is a testament to the enduring power of traditional music to inspire and uplift, making it a perfect addition to your holiday playlist.
Tracks
Resonemus laudibusPlainsong, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Hodie Christus natus estJan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Omnes de Saba venient (Handl)Jacobus Gallus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Eccard)Johannes Eccard, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Veni, veni EmmanuelTraditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Vox in RamaGeorge Kirbye, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Videntes stellam MagiOrlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Videte miraculumThomas Tallis, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Quem vidistis, pastores? (Dering)Richard Dering, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O magnum mysteriumWilliam Byrd, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Handl)Jacobus Gallus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Quem vidistis, pastores? (Victoria)Tomás Luis de Victoria, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Lassus)Orlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
This day Christ was BornWilliam Byrd, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Reges TharsisJohn Sheppard, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Pastores loquebanturFrancisco Guerrero, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O beatum et sacrosanctum diemPeter Philips, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Crudelis HerodesPlainsong, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Omnes de Saba venient (Lassus)Orlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
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