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Boston Pops Orchestra - White Christmas - A Christmas Festival (LP)

Boston Pops Orchestra

1987
11 tracks
49 min
orchestra

White Christmas - A Christmas Festival

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Product Description

Embark on a festive journey with the Boston Pops Orchestra as they present "White Christmas - A Christmas Festival," a delightful collection of holiday classics and timeless pieces. Released on January 1, 1987, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this orchestra album spans a concise yet engaging 49 minutes, offering a symphonic celebration of the season.

The album opens with the lively "Christmas Festival," setting the stage for a diverse range of compositions that include beloved carols, enchanting instrumental pieces, and festive favorites. From the serene beauty of Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" to the triumphant "Hallelujah" chorus from Handel's "Messiah," the Boston Pops Orchestra masterfully navigates through both sacred and secular holiday music.

Highlights also include the whimsical "Sleigh Ride" and the iconic "White Christmas," providing a nostalgic touch to the collection. The orchestra's skillful renditions of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" add a playful charm, while Tchaikovsky's "Waltz of the Flowers" from the "Nutcracker Suite" brings a touch of elegance and grace.

With their rich musical tradition and dynamic performances, the Boston Pops Orchestra delivers a heartwarming and joyful holiday experience. "White Christmas - A Christmas Festival" is a perfect blend of classical elegance and festive cheer, making it an essential addition to any holiday music collection.

Tracks

Christmas FestivalAnonymous, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
9:40
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, Cantata BWV 147 - Arr. Robert Bockholt: Jesu Joy of Men's DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
3:24
Christmas Oratorio BWV 248: Shepherd's MusicJohann Sebastian Bach, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
7:22
Messiah Hwv 56: Hallelujah (Part 2)George Frideric Handel, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
4:01
Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd, BWV 208 "Hunting Cantata": Sheep May Safely Graze (Orch. Walton)Johann Sebastian Bach, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
4:39
Sleigh RideLeroy Anderson, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
2:55
Santa Claus Is Coming To TownJ. Fred Coots, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
2:36
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer - Johnny Marks, Arr. Richard HaymanLeroy Anderson, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
2:15
Nutcracker Suite Opus 71A: Waltz Of The Flowers (Act 2)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
6:39
3 German Dances K605: No. 3 In C "Sleighride"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
2:48
White ChristmasIrving Berlin, Boston Pops Orchestra, Arthur Fiedler
3:23

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Product specifications

Details

Album: White Christmas - A Christmas Festival
Artist: Boston Pops Orchestra
Album release date: 1 januari 1987
Label: Deutsche Grammophon (DG)
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 49 min
Tracks: 11 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Orchestra
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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