Embark on a festive journey with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra as they present "Festive Frolic - A Celebration of Christmas," a captivating album that beautifully blends classical and symphonic rock elements. Released on November 27, 2007, under the Naxos label, this enchanting collection of Christmas carols and compositions is arranged by the talented Roderick Elms, offering a fresh and vibrant take on traditional holiday favorites.
Spanning a duration of one hour and two minutes, the album features a diverse range of tracks, from the lively "Fanfare da Festa" to the serene "Sleep, Sweet Babe!" and the iconic "We Three Kings of Orient Are." The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra's impeccable performance brings each piece to life, creating a rich and immersive musical experience. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or a fan of symphonic rock, this album offers something special for everyone. The arrangements by Roderick Elms add a unique twist to well-known carols, making this album a standout in the realm of holiday music.
Tracks
Fanfare da FestaRoderick elms, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
O come, O come, Emmanuel (Arr. R. Elms)Anonymous, Mark Wilde, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
3 Carols: No. 1, Gabriel's Message (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell, Peter Broadbent
3 Carols: No. 2, Rocking (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell, Peter Broadbent
3 Carols: No. 3, Angels from the Realms of Glory (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell, Peter Broadbent
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140: Chorale. Zion hort die Wachter singen (Arr. R. Elms)Johann Sebastian Bach, Martin Owen, Andrew Fletcher, Alistair Young, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Cherry Tree Carol (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Away in a Manger (Arr. R. Elms)William J. Kirkpatrick, Mark Wilde, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Wassail down the Wind: I. The Boar's Head, CoventryRoderick elms, Stuart Nicholson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Wassail down the Wind: II. Merry GentsRoderick elms, Stuart Nicholson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Wassail down the Wind: III. Wassailing in the DarkRoderick elms, Stuart Nicholson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
3 More Carols: No. 1, Coventry Carol (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
3 More Carols: No. 2, Silent Night (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
3 More Carols: No. 3, In Dulci Jubilo (Arr. R. Elms)Traditional, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd!, BWV 208: Aria. Schafe konnen sicher weiden (Sheep may safely graze) [arr. R. Elms]Johann Sebastian Bach, Martin Owen, Andrew Fletcher, Alistair Young, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Festive FrolicRoderick elms, Stuart Nicholson, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Sleep, Sweet Babe! (Dormi Jesu)Roderick elms, Mark Wilde, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
We Three Kings of Orient Are (Arr. R. Elms)John Henry Hopkins, Simon Filsell, Garrod Stephen, Christopher Williams, Stephen Quigley, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Arr. R. Elms)Johnny Marks, Mark Wilde, Joyful Company Of Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stephen Bell
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