Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of the holiday season with Claude Debussy's "Classical Christmas," a captivating collection of timeless Christmas classics and lesser-known gems. Released on December 25, 2025, under Warner Classics, this album spans a generous 1 hour and 58 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical piano and orchestral pieces that celebrate the spirit of Christmas.
From the joyous carols of "The First Noël" and "O du fröhliche" to the intricate compositions of Bach, Charpentier, and Tchaikovsky, Debussy's masterful interpretations bring a fresh perspective to these beloved tunes. The album also features enchanting instrumental pieces, such as Tchaikovsky's "Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy" and Vivaldi's "Violin Concerto in E Major," adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your holiday playlist.
Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking to add some festive cheer to your celebrations, "Classical Christmas" is a delightful addition to your music library. Let the soothing melodies and harmonies of Debussy and his fellow composers fill your home with the warmth and joy of the season.
Tracks
Morgen kommt der WeihnachtsmannLeonhard von Call, Thomas Hampson, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Schütz: Historia der Geburt Jesu Christi, SWV 435 "Weihnachtshistorie": Introduction. "Die Geburt unsers Herren"Heinrich Schütz, Andrew Parrott, Taverner Choir, Taverner Consort, Taverner Players
Charpentier: Messe de minuit pour Noël, H. 9: III. Kyrie eleisonMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Antonacci: Sinfonia pastorale in G Major: I. AllegroPietro Antonacci, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Traditional: Cançó de NadalTraditional, Elly Ameling, Toyohiko Satoh
Humperdinck: Altdeutsches WeihnachtsliedEngelbert Humperdinck, Olaf Bär, Helmut Deutsch
Cornelius: Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: No. 6, ChristkindPeter Cornelius, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Gerald Moore
Tournemire: L'orgue mystique, Cycle de Noël, Op. 55: Office No. 4 "De Dominica infra Octavam Nativitatis": I. Prélude à l'introïtCharles Tournemire, Bernard Foccroulle
Haas: 6 Krippenlieder, Op. 49: No. 2, O puer optimeJoseph Haas, Olaf Bär, Helmut Deutsch
Bach, JS: Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 3: No. 1, Herrscher des Himmels (Orch. Wright)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alison Balsom, Balsom Ensemble
Weihnachts-Kinderlieder, Marsch nach bekannten WeihnachtsliedernTraditional, Salonorchester Colln, Die Hammerauer Musikanten, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Gloria in excelsis DeoTraditional, Ton Koopman, Avro Kinderchor, Herman van Veen, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Bruno: 3 Noëls québécois: No. 3, Les bergers de BethléemMalcolm Bruno, The American Boychoir, Patricia Petibon, Catherine King
Traditional: The Virgin Mary Had a Baby BoyTraditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Robin Stapleton
Corelli: Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Fatto per la notte di Natale": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Il Giardino Armonico
Schütz: Historia der Geburt Jesu Christi, SWV 435 "Weihnachtshistorie": Sinfonia - EingangHeinrich Schütz, Louis Devos, Musica Polyphonica, Schola Cantorum Bruxelliensis
Charpentier: Messe de minuit pour Noël, H. 9: II. Christe eleisonMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cornelius: Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: No. 3, Die KönigePeter Cornelius, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Gerald Moore
Tchaikovsky: Suite from the Nutcracker, Op. 71a: III. Dance of the Sugar-Plum FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Alexander Lazarev, The Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra
Trunk: Weihnachtslieder, Op. 61: No. 2, WeihnachtenRichard Trunk, Olaf Bär, Helmut Deutsch
Traditional: Ding, Dong, Merrily on HighTraditional, Jouko Harjanne, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Charpentier: Noël pour les instruments, H. 531: No. 2, Laissez paître vos bêtesMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Traditional: O du fröhliche, o du selige, gnadenbringende WeihnachtszeitTraditional, Ambrosian Singers
Traditional: Ding Dong, Merrily on HighTraditional, London Brass
Torelli: Concerto à quattro in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 6 "Per il Santissimo Natale": I. Grave - VivaceGiuseppe Torelli, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Orff & Keetman: Orff-Schulwerk: Weihnachtsgeschichte: XIII. Dormi JesuCarl Orff, Tölzer Knabenchor, Collegium Pro Musica Innsbruck, Die Oberammergauer Hirtenbuben, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Am Weihnachtsbaum die Lichter brennenTraditional, Anneliese Rothenberger, Kölner Kinderchor, Leopold Hager, Symphonie-Orchester Radio Luxemburg
Charpentier: In nativitatem Domini, H. 414: II. Frigidae noctis umbraMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Andrew Parrott, Emily Van Evera, Taverner Choir, Taverner Consort, Taverner Players
Bruno: 3 Noëls québécois: No. 2, GabrielMalcolm Bruno, The American Boychoir, Patricia Petibon, Catherine King
Cornelius: Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: No. 2, Die HirtenPeter Cornelius, Olaf Bär, Helmut Deutsch
Debussy: Noël des enfants qui n'ont plus de maison, CD 147, L. 139Claude Debussy, Elly Ameling, Dalton Baldwin
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 270 "Il riposo, per il Santissimo Natale": III. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Il Giardino Armonico, Enrico Onofri, Giovanni Antonini
Poulenc: 4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 2, Quem vidistis pastoresFrancis Poulenc, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Traditional: In dulci jubiloTraditional, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Robin Stapleton
Charpentier: Messe de minuit pour Noël H. 9: V. SanctusMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Christopher Keyte, Ian Partridge, James Bowman, English Chamber Orchestra
Traditional: Infant Holy, Infant LowlyTraditional, London Brass
Bruno: 3 Noëls québécois: No. 1, D'où viens-tu, bergère ?Malcolm Bruno, The American Boychoir, Patricia Petibon, Catherine King
Tchaikovsky: Suite from the Nutcracker, Op. 71a: VII. Dance of the Reed-FlutesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Alexander Lazarev, The Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra
Les anges dans nos campagnesTraditional, Les Petits Chanteurs à la Croix de Bois
Praetorius: Polyhymnia Caduceatrix et Panegyrica: No. 3, Wie schön leuchtet der MorgensternMichael Praetorius, Taverner Consort, Taverner Choir, Taverner Players, Andrew Parrott
Bach, JS: Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 6: No. 11, Nun seid ihr wohl gerochen (Orch. Wright)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alison Balsom, Balsom Ensemble
Billings: The Singing Master's Assistant: No. 6, Judea. "A Virgin Unspotted"William Billings, Taverner Choir, Andrew Parrott
Traditional: The First NoëlTraditional, Thomas Hampson, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Poulenc: 4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 1, O magnum mysteriumFrancis Poulenc, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford
Ravel: Noël des jouets, M. 47Maurice Ravel, Elly Ameling, Rudolf Jansen
Anonymous: Kyrie "Le jour de Noël"Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Anne Azéma, Boston Camerata, Ellen Hargis, Laurie Monahan
Mulet: 10 Esquisses byzantines: No. 8, NoëlHenri Mulet, Wayne Marshall
Gruber: Douce nuitFranz Xaver Gruber, Barbara Hendricks, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Adolf Fredriks Musikklasser, Eric Ericson, Stockholm Chamber Orchestra
Traditional: Coventry CarolTraditional, London Brass
Humperdinck: Weihnachtslieder: No. 1, Weihnachten (Orch. Mackerras)Engelbert Humperdinck, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Ambrosian Singers, Sir Charles Mackerras, Philharmonia Orchestra
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