Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Noël Eternel" by the Maîtrise de Radio France. This captivating album, released on November 9, 2018, under the Alpha Classics label, is a delightful collection of nine classic Christmas tracks, each meticulously performed by the renowned choir.
The album opens with the timeless "Douce Nuit," followed by the joyous "Adeste Fideles." It then delves into the exquisite "Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël" by Francis Poulenc, featuring the hauntingly beautiful "Magnum Mysterium" and the lively "Quem vidistis pastores dicite." The choir's rendition of "Venez divin Messie" and the traditional French carol "Voisins et voisines" adds a touch of local charm. The album concludes with the festive "Il est né le divin enfant" and the final motets "Videntes Stellam" and "Hodie Christus natus est."
Under the direction of Sofi Jeannin, the Maîtrise de Radio France brings a fresh and vibrant energy to these beloved Christmas classics. The album's duration of just over 26 minutes makes it a perfect companion for your holiday celebrations, offering a moment of peace and reflection amidst the festive chaos. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking to add some holiday cheer to your playlist, "Noël Eternel" is sure to delight.
2018 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France2018 Radio France
Tracks
Douce NuitFranz Xaver Gruber, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Adeste FidelesAnonymous, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: Magnum MysteriumFrancis Poulenc, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: Quem vidistis pastores diciteFrancis Poulenc, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Venez divin MessieAnonymous, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Voisins et voisinesAnonymous, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Il est né le divin enfantAnonymous, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: Videntes StellamFrancis Poulenc, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
Quatre motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: Hodie Christus natus estFrancis Poulenc, Maîtrise de Radio France, Sofi Jeannin, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Henri Chalet, Yves Castagnet
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