Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's sacred music with the renowned King's College Choir in "A Bach Christmas." Released on November 26, 2022, under Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group, this classical masterpiece spans 41 minutes and features 22 enchanting tracks. The album is a celebration of the festive season, showcasing Bach's profound compositions performed by the esteemed Choir of King's College, Cambridge, under the direction of Sir David Willcocks and Sir Andrew Davis.
From the stirring chorales to the intricate preludes, each piece is a testament to Bach's genius and the choir's exceptional artistry. Highlights include excerpts from the Weihnachtsoratorium (Christmas Oratorio) and beloved chorales such as "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme" and "In dulci jubilo." The album seamlessly blends traditional Christmas music with Bach's intricate compositions, creating a harmonious blend of reverence and joy.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, "A Bach Christmas" offers a serene and uplifting listening experience. The choir's pristine vocals and the delicate piano accompaniments bring Bach's music to life, making this album a perfect addition to your holiday collection. Available on major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, this album is a must-listen for anyone seeking the essence of Christmas through the lens of classical music.
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Tracks
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36 Pt. 1: II. Chorale, Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Du Hirte Israel, höre, BWV 104: VI. Chorale. Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr'Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr', BWV 711: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 121: I. Chorale. Christum wir sollen loben schonJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 611: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe, BWV 22: V. Chorale. Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 601Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248: XI. Chorale. Vom Himmel hoch (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her, BWV 700: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 375: Chorale. Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleichJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 609: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: I. Chorale. Jesu, meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 294: ChoraleJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 605: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Dazu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes, BWV 40: III. Chorale. Wir Christenleut (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Wir Christenleut, BWV 612: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Sie werden aus Saba alle kommen, BWV 65: II. Die Kön'ge aus Saba kamen darJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Puer natus in Bethlehem, BWV 603: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
In dulci jubilo, BWV 368Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
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