Embark on a festive journey with the Wiener Sängerknaben, one of the world's most renowned boys' choirs, as they present "Frohe Weihnacht," a delightful collection of Christmas classics and traditional carols. Released on November 1, 2007, under the Naxos label, this album spans a rich tapestry of genres, including requiem, choral, and Christmas music, all woven together in a harmonious celebration of the season.
The album opens with the exuberant "Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf" from Bach's Christmas Oratorio, showcasing the choir's exceptional vocal prowess. It continues with a mix of beloved carols like "Adeste Fidelis," "O Tannenbaum," and "Stille Nacht," as well as instrumental pieces such as Bach's "Air on the G String" and Corelli's "Christmas Concerto." The Wiener Sängerknaben's ethereal voices bring a sense of warmth and joy to each piece, making this album a perfect companion for the holiday season.
With a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, "Frohe Weihnacht" is a testament to the Wiener Sängerknaben's enduring legacy and their ability to captivate audiences with their angelic harmonies. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their music, this album offers a timeless celebration of Christmas that will surely become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
Tracks
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf, preiset die TageJohann Sebastian Bach, Magyar Rádió Énekkara, Failoni Kamarazenekar, Géza Oberfrank
Adeste fidelisJohn Francis Wade, Jürgen Schuster, Wiener Sängerknaben, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
Tochter Zion, freue dichGeorge Frideric Handel, Wiener Sängerknaben, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
O du fröhlicheAnonymous, Wiener Sängerknaben, Peter Marschik
Es hat sich halt eröffnetTraditional, Wiener Sängerknaben, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air ("On a G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krček
Es ist ein Ros entsprungenTraditional, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
O Jesulein süß, BWV 493Johann Sebastian Bach, Thomas Nitschke, Ulrich Schicha, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Kommet, ihr HirtenTraditional, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Concerto Grosso in C Major, Op. 3 No. 12: I. LargoFrancesco Onofrio Manfredini, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krček
Alle Jahre wiederFriedrich Silcher, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Leise rieselt der SchneeEduard Ebel, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Sonata in D Major a 8 viole con una tromba: II. AriaAlessandro Stradella, Jürgen Schuster, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich herTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Macht hoch die TürJohann Anastasius Freylinghausen, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Zu Bethlehem geborenTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Oboe Concerto in D Minor: I. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Stefan Schilli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Kling, Glöckchen, klingTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
O TannenbaumTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
In dulci jubiloTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Still, still, stillTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Ihr Kinderlein kommetJohann Abraham Peter Schulz, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Canon & Gigue in D Major, P. 37: CanonJohann Pachelbel, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
Stille NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
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