Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of a bygone era with Traditional's "A Renaissance Christmas." This captivating album, released on September 28, 2018, under the CORO label, is a beautifully curated collection of traditional Christmas music that spans a variety of genres, including medieval, Gregorian chant, and more. The album features a rich tapestry of compositions by renowned composers such as Handl, Eccard, Dering, Victoria, and Lassus, as well as traditional pieces that have stood the test of time.
With a runtime of 1 hour and 7 minutes, "A Renaissance Christmas" offers a serene and reflective journey through the holiday season. The tracklist includes beloved classics like "Hodie Christus natus est," "Veni, veni Emmanuel," and "O magnum mysterium," as well as lesser-known gems that showcase the diversity and depth of Renaissance Christmas music. The album's blend of traditional and composed pieces creates a harmonious and uplifting atmosphere, perfect for setting the mood during the festive season.
Traditional's rendition of these timeless pieces is both authentic and fresh, capturing the essence of the Renaissance period while appealing to modern sensibilities. The album's production quality is top-notch, ensuring that every note and nuance is brought to life with clarity and precision. Whether you're a fan of medieval music or simply looking to add some holiday cheer to your playlist, "A Renaissance Christmas" is a delightful and enriching experience that will transport you to a time of great musical and spiritual significance.
(C) 2018 The Sixteen Productions Ltd
Tracks
Resonemus laudibusPlainsong, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Hodie Christus natus estJan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Omnes de Saba venient (Handl)Jacobus Gallus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Eccard)Johannes Eccard, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Veni, veni EmmanuelTraditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Vox in RamaGeorge Kirbye, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Videntes stellam MagiOrlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Videte miraculumThomas Tallis, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Quem vidistis, pastores? (Dering)Richard Dering, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O magnum mysteriumWilliam Byrd, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Handl)Jacobus Gallus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Quem vidistis, pastores? (Victoria)Tomás Luis de Victoria, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Lassus)Orlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
This day Christ was BornWilliam Byrd, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Reges TharsisJohn Sheppard, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Pastores loquebanturFrancisco Guerrero, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O beatum et sacrosanctum diemPeter Philips, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Crudelis HerodesPlainsong, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Omnes de Saba venient (Lassus)Orlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers