Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with Claude Balbastre's "The 4 Christmas Suites in Variations." Released on January 1, 1998, under the Solstice label, this album is a captivating collection of organ suites that beautifully blend the festive spirit of Christmas with the intricate compositions of the 18th century.
Balbastre, a renowned French organist and composer, showcases his virtuosity through these four suites, each comprising six movements. The album opens with the Organ Suite No. 1, featuring the lively "Prelude" and the festive "A la Venue de Noël." The subsequent suites continue to delight with movements like "Joseph est bien marié" and "Il est un petit l’ange," each piece demonstrating Balbastre's mastery of the organ and his ability to evoke a range of emotions.
The album spans a total duration of one hour and one minute, offering a comprehensive journey through Balbastre's Christmas-inspired compositions. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking to add some elegant holiday cheer to your collection, this album is a wonderful choice. Let the timeless beauty of Balbastre's music fill your space and transport you to a world of Baroque elegance and Christmas joy.
Tracks
Organ Suite No. 1: I. PreludeClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 1: II. A la Venue de NoëlClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 1: III. Joseph est bien marié - Mes bonnes gens attendez-moiClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 1: IV. Où s’en vont ces gais bergersClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 1: V. Ah ma voisine es-tu fâchéeClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 1: VI. Tous les bourgeois de ChâtresClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 1: VII. Quand Jésus naquit à NoëlClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 2: I. Votre bonté grand dieuClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 2: II. Il est un petit l’angeClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 2: III. Joseph revenant un jourClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 2: IV. Au jô deu de pubelleClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 2: V. Grand déi, ribon ribeineClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 2: VI. A Cei-ci le moître De tô l’univarClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 3: I. Qué tu grô jan, quei folieClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 3: II. Divine PrincesseClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 3: III. Ô jour ton divin FlambeauClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 3: IV. Quel désordre dans la natureClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 3: V. Vé Noel BlaizôteClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 3: VI. Fanne coraige, le diable â morClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 4: I. Or nous dites MarieClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 4: II. Je rends Graces à mon DieuClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 4: III. Qui a ce peu machuretClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 4: IV. Comment tu oze petite RoseClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 4: V. Laissez paître vos bêtesClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
Organ Suite No. 4: VI. Il n’est rien de plus tendre - Si C’est pour ôter la vie / A Minuit fut fait un reveilClaude Balbastre, Eric Lebrun
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