Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Quempas" by the Wuppertaler Kurrende, a captivating collection of traditional German Christmas carols and festive songs. Released on December 13, 2024, via Rondeau Production, this album is a beautiful blend of vocal and instrumental performances that will transport you to the heart of a German Christmas celebration.
The Wuppertaler Kurrende, renowned for their rich and resonant choral singing, joins forces with the Lautten Compagney, an ensemble of eleven talented instrumentalists, to create a lush and immersive soundscape. Together, they bring to life a repertoire that spans centuries, from the timeless beauty of "Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht" to the joyous energy of "O du fröhliche."
"Quempas" features a mix of well-known carols and lesser-heard gems, all performed with a deep respect for tradition and a touch of modern finesse. The album opens with the exuberant "Psalm 100: Jauchzet dem Herren" and closes with the familiar strains of "O du fröhliche," bookending a journey through the Christmas season that is both comforting and inspiring.
The album's 56-minute duration offers a perfect length for a cozy evening at home, a festive gathering, or a quiet moment of reflection. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Wuppertaler Kurrende or a newcomer to their work, "Quempas" is sure to become a beloved addition to your holiday playlist. So, gather your loved ones, light the candles, and let the enchanting melodies of "Quempas" fill your home with the spirit of the season.
Tracks
Psalm 100: Jauchzet dem HerrenHeinrich Schütz, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
PassacalleAndrea Falconieri, Lautten Compagney
Macht hoch die TürAnonymous, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Maria durch ein Dornwald gingAnonymous, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandMartin Luther, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Alles, was ihr tutAlwin Michael Schronen, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Leise rieselt der SchneeEduard Ebel, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Es kommt ein Schiff geladenAnonymous, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
König der KönigeGustav Brand, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Nun sei willkommen, Herre ChristAnonymous, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Canzona: La PadovanaLodovico Grossi da Viadana, Lautten Compagney
QuempasMichael Praetorius, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Der Morgenstern ist aufgegangenAnonymous, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Ein kleines KindeleinFranz Tunder, Lautten Compagney, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Fröhlich soll mein Herze springenPaul Gerhardt, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich herMartin Luther, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Johanna Falkinger, Lautten Compagney, Lukas Baumann
Stille Nacht, heilige NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Heinz Rudolf Meier, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
O du fröhlicheAnonymous, Wuppertaler Kurrende, Lautten Compagney, Johanna Falkinger, Lukas Baumann
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