Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's "Christmas Carols," a captivating collection of classical and choral masterpieces set to release on December 20, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This exquisite album spans a generous 2 hours and 40 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of holiday music that transcends the ordinary.
Featuring a diverse array of compositions, from Handel's own "Messiah" to beloved carols like "Stille Nacht" and "O Holy Night," this album is a celebration of the festive season. The tracklist also includes lesser-known gems such as "Polyhymnia Caduceatrix et Panegyrica: XXXIV. In dulci jubilo" and "Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël: Quem vidistis pastores," showcasing Handel's profound musical genius and his enduring influence on choral and classical music.
The album seamlessly blends sacred and secular pieces, creating a harmonious journey through the sounds of Christmas. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Christmas Carols" promises a delightful and enriching listening experience. With its blend of familiar favorites and hidden treasures, this album is sure to become a cherished part of your holiday tradition.
Tracks
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 12. "For unto us a Child is born"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469Johann Sebastian Bach, Jia Lim, Deutsches Kammerorchester Berlin, Reinhard Kammler, Augsburger Domsingknaben
Alle Jahre wiederFriedrich Silcher, Deutsches Kammerorchester Berlin, Reinhard Kammler, Jia Lim
Polyhymnia Caduceatrix et Panegyrica: XXXIV. In dulci jubiloMichael Praetorius, Susan Hemington Jones, Tessa Bonner, Mark Le Brocq, Paul McCreesh, Gabrieli, Boy's Choir Of Roskilde Cathedral
A Spotless RoseHerbert Howells, Gabrieli, Paul McCreesh
The Wild Wood CarolJohn Rutter, Albrecht Mayer, The King's Singers
Historia der Geburt Jesu Christi, SWV435 (1664): 6. Danksagen wir alle Gott...Heinrich Schütz, Gabrieli, Paul McCreesh, Boy's Choir Of Roskilde Cathedral, Kristian Olesen, Finn Evald
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XLII. "Hallelujah"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Resonet in Laudibus à 5Orlande de Lassus, Alexander Blachly, Pomerium
Ave Maris StellaEdvard Grieg, Gabrieli, Paul McCreesh
Motet "Hodie Christus natus est"Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Sistine Chapel Choir, Massimo Palombella
Communion Motet: "Uns ist ein Kindlein heut geborn" - Musae Sioniae VIMichael Praetorius, Sarah Pendlebury, Hannelore Devaere, Paul McCreesh, Gabrieli
Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël: Quem vidistis pastoresFrancis Poulenc, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Matthias Jung
"Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland", BWV 62: No. 1 Chorus "Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland"Johann Sebastian Bach, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
A Hymn To The VirginBenjamin Britten, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Il est né le divin enfantAnonymous, Anne Sofie von Otter, Ulf Forsberg, Markus Leoson
O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Shepherd's Pipe Carol (Adapted by Chris Hazell)John Rutter, Bryn Terfel, Côrdydd, Sioned James, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Tecwyn Evans
Still, weil's Kindlein schlafen willTraditional, Brass Ensemble of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
Alle Jahre wiederFriedrich Silcher, Jia Lim, Deutsches Kammerorchester Berlin, Reinhard Kammler, Augsburger Domsingknaben
Vom Himmel hochMartin Luther, Augsburger Domsingknaben, Stefan Maass
Es ist ein Ros' entsprungenMichael Praetorius, Augsburger Domsingknaben
Ave Maria, "Ellens Gesang III", D839 - Arr. Ion MarinFranz Schubert, Cheryl Studer, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin
Joy To The World - Arr. by Patrick KerberTraditional, Los Romeros
Have Yourself a Merry Little ChristmasHugh Martin, Ralph Blane, Anne Sofie von Otter, Göran Danielsson, Leif Henrickson, Markus Leoson
Oh du fröhlicheTraditional, Anna Prohaska, Adoro, Augsburger Domsingknaben, Reinhard Kammler, Deutsches Kammerorchester Berlin, Jia Lim
Leise rieselt der SchneeEduard Ebel, Anna Prohaska, Jia Lim, Deutsches Kammerorchester Berlin, Reinhard Kammler
Ihr Kinderlein kommetJohann Abraham Peter Schulz, Augsburger Domsingknaben
In dulci jubiloTraditional, Friedrich Silcher, Augsburger Domsingknaben
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, Cantata BWV 147: Wohl mir, dass ich Jesum habeJohann Sebastian Bach, Daniel Hope, Stefan Maass, Deutsches Kammerorchester Berlin, Reinhard Kammler
Es kommt ein Schiff geladenTraditional, Augsburger Domsingknaben, Reinhard Kammler
Maria durch ein Dornwald gingTraditional, Anna Prohaska, Augsburger Domsingknaben
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