Arsys Bourgogne presents a captivating blend of classical masterpieces and festive favorites in their album "Classical Christmas," released on November 24, 2017, under the naïve classique label. This enchanting collection spans a diverse range of compositions, from timeless Christmas carols like "Jingle Bells" and "White Christmas" to profound sacred works such as "Stille Nacht! Heilige Nacht!" and "Ave Maria." The album also features exquisite instrumental pieces, including Bach's iconic "Cello Suites" and Tchaikovsky's "Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major."
Arsys Bourgogne's meticulous attention to detail and rich, resonant performances bring a fresh and vibrant energy to these well-loved pieces. The ensemble's dynamic range and expressive depth create a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for the holiday season. With a duration of 1 hour and 32 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive and immersive musical experience that seamlessly blends the sacred and the secular, the traditional and the contemporary. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or simply looking to enhance your holiday playlist, "Classical Christmas" by Arsys Bourgogne is sure to delight and inspire.
(C) 2017 naïveNaïve classique
Tracks
Jingle BellsJames Lord Pierpont, Arsys Bourgogne, Pierre Cao
Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: VI. Bourrées I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Antoine Tamestit
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne Gastinel
Ave Maria - After Johann Sebastian Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, Prelude in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Nathalie Stutzmann, Accentus, Laurence Equilbey
White ChristmasIrving Berlin, Arsys Bourgogne, Pierre Cao
Noël étranger (Noël VIII)Louis-Claude Daquin, Michel Chapuis
Natus est hodie dominusAnonymous, Ensemble Discantus, Brigitte Lesne
God Is with Us (Prophecy Of Isaiah)Traditional, The Russian Patriarchate Choir, Anatoly Grindenko
Livre de Noëls, Op. 2: No. 1, Noël, sur les jeux d’anches sans tremblantLouis-Claude Daquin, Mary Prat-Molinier
Carmen, WD 31, Act. III: Entr'acteGeorges Bizet, Marc Minkowski, Les Musiciens du Louvre.Grenoble
Messa per il Santissimo Natale: I. Kyrie eleisonAlessandro Scarlatti, Rinaldo Alessandrini, Concerto Italiano
Messa per il Santissimo Natale: V. Agnus DeiAlessandro Scarlatti, Rinaldo Alessandrini, Concerto Italiano
Stabat Mater a quatro in C Minor: IX. Virgo virginum præclaraGiovanni Bononcini, Rinaldo Alessandrini, Concerto Italiano, Sara Mingardo
Piano Sonata No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 28: III. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nikolai Lugansky
Something GoodRichard Rodgers, Anne Sofie von Otter, Brad Mehldau
Orlando Furioso, RV 819: II. Se fedele serbi affetto (Aria)Antonio Vivaldi, Romina Basso, Modo Antiquo, Federico Maria Sardelli
Santa Claus Is Comin' to TownJ. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, Arsys Bourgogne, Pierre Cao
Minuit chrétienAdolphe Adam, Pavol Breslik, Accentus, Laurence Equilbey
Christ Is Born, Give GloryTraditional, The Russian Patriarchate Choir, Anatoly Grindenko
Lord, I Have Cried to YouTraditional, The Russian Patriarchate Choir, Anatoly Grindenko
Beata tu virgo MariaAnonymous, Ensemble Discantus, Brigitte Lesne
Patris eterni filioAnonymous, Ensemble Discantus, Brigitte Lesne
Où s'en vont ces gais bergersClaude Balbastre, Michel Chapuis
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, D. 485: I. AllegroFranz Schubert, Marc Minkowski, Les Musiciens du Louvre.Grenoble
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