Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of the holiday season with the Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra's captivating album, "Classical Christmas." Released on December 1, 2023, under the haenssler CLASSIC label, this exquisite collection of classical pieces is a celebration of the festive spirit, perfectly encapsulating the essence of Christmas through timeless compositions.
The album features a rich tapestry of well-known and beloved works, including selections from Tchaikovsky's iconic "The Nutcracker Suite," such as the lively "Overture miniature" and the stirring "March." The orchestra also presents arrangements of cherished Christmas carols like "Stille Nacht (Silent Night)" and "Ellens Gesang III (Ave Maria!)," showcasing their versatility and mastery.
A highlight of the album is the inclusion of Bach's "Weihnachts-Oratorium" (Christmas Oratorio), with powerful choral performances that bring the sacred texts to life. The Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra's rendition of Corelli's "Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 'Christmas Concerto'" is another standout, offering a Baroque masterpiece that is both festive and profound.
With a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, "Classical Christmas" is a perfect accompaniment to your holiday celebrations, offering a blend of orchestral brilliance and vocal splendor. The Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, known for their exceptional artistry, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking to enhance your festive season with beautiful music, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35: Overture miniaturePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35: MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35, Act II Tableau III: Divertissement: Danse russe TrepakPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
Es ist ein Ros entsprungen (Lo, How a Rose e'er Blooming) [arr. For recorder and orchestra]Michael Praetorius, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Weihnacht bringt die Segensbotschaft (arr. For recorder and orchestra) [Christmas has brought a blessed message]Christoph Ernst Friedrich Weyse, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Schlichte Weisen, Op. 76, No. 52. Maria Wiegenlied: Schlichte Weisen, Op. 76: No. 52, Mariae Wiegenlied (Mary's Cradle Song) [arr. For recorder and orchestra]Max Reger, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Joseph, lieber Joseph mein, "Let the Clouds Sweetly Resound" (Arr. For recorder and orchestra)Anonymous, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Stille Nacht (Silent Night) [arr. S. Schultz]Franz Xaver Gruber, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Ellens Gesang III (Ave Maria!), Op. 52, No. 6, D. 839, "Hymne an die Jungfrau": Ellen's Gesang III [Ave Maria!], Op. 56, No. 6, D. 839, "Hymne an die Jungfrau" [arr. For recorder and orchestra]Franz Schubert, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Allelujah! Freuet euch, ihr Christen alleAndreas Hammerschmidt, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Pt. V: Ehre sei dir, Gott gesungen … (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Hymnus Boys' Choir, Gerhard Wilhelm
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Pt. V: Chorale. Dein Glanz all Finsternis verzehrt … (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Hymnus Boys' Choir, Gerhard Wilhelm
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Pt. VI: Chorus. Herr, wenn die stolzen Feinde schnauben… (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Hymnus Boys' Choir, Gerhard Wilhelm
Uns ist ein Kindlein heut geborn, BWV 414Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Liebster Immanuel, Herzog der Frommen, BWV 123: Liebster Immanuel, Herzog der Frommen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Horch! Die Weihnachtsglocken klingen (Arr. K. Bergmuller)Karl Bergmuller, Meistersinger, Die, Klaus Breuninger
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": I. Vivace - GraveArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": IV. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
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