Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Johann Sebastian Bach's "Classical Sanctuary | Christmas Edition," a captivating collection of festive favorites and sacred works. Released on November 1, 2025, under the Naxos Special Projects label, this album spans a generous 1 hour and 43 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that blend the sacred and the seasonal.
The album opens with a stunning arrangement of Bach's "Christmas Oratorio," followed by a diverse array of pieces that showcase the composer's genius and the artistry of various arrangers. From the tender "Away in a Manger" to the majestic "Oh Holy Night," each track is meticulously crafted to evoke the spirit of Christmas and the profound beauty of classical music.
Featuring arrangements for trumpet, organ, brass septet, piano, choir, and orchestra, the album highlights the versatility and enduring appeal of Bach's music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this collection promises a serene and uplifting listening experience. Let the enchanting melodies and harmonies of "Classical Sanctuary | Christmas Edition" transport you to a world of musical splendor, where the timeless works of Johann Sebastian Bach shine brightly.
Tracks
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248: SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Budapest Failoni Chamber Orchestra, Géza Oberfrank
II. Siciliano (Arr. for Trumpet & Organ by R. Friedrich and H. Lücker)Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Reinhold Friedrich, Hartmut Lücker
Away in a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
Stille Nacht (Arr. for Brass Septet by M. Knight)Franz Xaver Gruber, Septura
No. 2, Andante sostenuto, MWV U170Felix Mendelssohn, Benjamin Frith
XII. December. ChristmasPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Rashkovsky
Little Drummer Boy "Carol of the Drum" (Arr. for Orchestra by Peter Breiner)Katherine Davis, Traditional, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Lo, How a Rose E'er BloomingMichael Praetorius, Jan Sandström, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Bachorchester Mainz, Ralf Otto
Es ist ein Ros entsprungen (Arr. for Brass Septet by S. Cox)Michael Praetorius, Septura
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (Arr. for Double Bass & Piano by Thomas Gustavsson)Traditional, PianoBasso
No. 10, Jesus bleibet meine Freude (Arr. M. Hess for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Kotaro Fukuma
The Huron Carol (Arr. for Choir by Robert Anderson)Traditional, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
Evening of Plenty, Evening of Goodness (Arr. for Violin & Orchestra by B. Kryvopust)Traditional, Solomiya Ivakhiv, Lviv National Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, Serhii Khorovets
Adeste fideles (Arr. for Orchestra by Peter Breiner)John Francis Wade, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Oh Holy Night (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ by Anonymous)Adolphe Adam, Niclas Ericson, Lars-Ove Eriksson
VI. Pastorale ad libitumPietro Locatelli, Concerto Copenhagen, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Silent Night (Arr. S. Chinsen for Choir & Organ)Franz Xaver Gruber, The Edison Singers, Matthew Larkin, Noel Edison
O TannenbaumTraditional, Stockholm Salvation Army Seventh District Brass Band, Per Ohlsson
Bethlehem Down (Arr. for Brass Septet by M. Knight)Peter Warlock, Septura
Bedtime (Arr. for Orchestra by Anthony Collins)Franz Liszt, Rebecca Turner, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
O Come, O Come, Emannuel (Arr. for Orchestra by Peter Breiner)Anonymous, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Peter Breiner
No. 3, Videntes stellamFrancis Poulenc, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
II. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Stefan Schilli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
O Sanctissima (Arr. for Orchestra by Richard Hayman)Traditional, Richard Hayman Symphony Orchestra, Richard Hayman
In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Yuletide FiresDiane Loomer, La Petite Bande De Montréal, Martin Dagenais
A Hymn to the VirginBenjamin Britten, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Greensleeves "What Child Is This" (Arr. for Orchestra by Richard Hayman)Traditional, Richard Hayman Symphony Orchestra, Richard Hayman
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