Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Christmas Choral," a captivating collection of sacred choral works and preludes that encapsulate the spirit of the holiday season. Released on November 15, 2019, under Warner Music Group's X5 Music Group, this classical piano album spans a concise yet impactful 41 minutes, offering a serene and reflective journey through Bach's masterful compositions.
The album features a selection of Bach's most beloved chorales and preludes, each piece meticulously crafted to evoke the essence of Christmas. From the joyous "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme" to the contemplative "Jesu, meine Freude," the tracks weave a tapestry of sound that highlights Bach's unparalleled ability to blend musical complexity with profound emotional resonance.
"Christmas Choral" showcases Bach's deep connection to the sacred texts and his genius in transforming them into timeless musical expressions. The album includes well-known works such as "Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland," "Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her," and "In dulci jubilo," each piece performed with a sensitivity that brings out the rich harmonies and intricate melodies characteristic of Bach's style.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, "Christmas Choral" offers a delightful exploration of Bach's musical legacy. The album's elegant arrangements and the pianist's nuanced interpretations make it a perfect accompaniment for the holiday season, inviting you to pause and appreciate the beauty of Bach's compositions.
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Tracks
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36 Pt. 1: II. Chorale, Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Du Hirte Israel, höre, BWV 104: VI. Chorale, Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr'Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr', BWV 711: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 611: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 121: I. Chorale, Christum wir sollen loben schonJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 601: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe, BWV 22: V. Chorale, Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her, BWV 700: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248: XI. Chorale, Vom Himmel hoch (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 609: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 375: Chorale, Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleichJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: I. Chorale, Jesu, meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 605: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 294: ChoraleJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Wir Christenleut, BWV 612: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Dazu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes, BWV 40: III. Chorale, Wir Christenleut (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Puer natus in Bethlehem, BWV 603: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Sie werden aus Saba alle kommen, BWV 65: II. Die Kön'ge aus Saba kamen darJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
In dulci jubilo, BWV 368Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
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