Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the Vienna Boys' Choir with their captivating album "Frohe Weihnacht," released on May 1, 2008, under the prestigious Naxos label. This exquisite collection of choral and orchestral works is a celebration of the Christmas season, featuring a blend of traditional carols and classical pieces that will delight music enthusiasts of all ages.
The album spans a diverse range of compositions, from the joyous and uplifting "Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf" from Bach's Christmas Oratorio to the serene and melodic "Air on the G String" by the same composer. The Vienna Boys' Choir's angelic voices shine in pieces like "Es ist ein Ros entsprungen" and "O du fröhliche," while instrumental highlights such as Handel's "Judas Maccabaeus" and Corelli's "Christmas Concerto" showcase the ensemble's versatility and musical prowess.
With a runtime of 1 hour and 12 minutes, "Frohe Weihnacht" offers a comprehensive and immersive listening experience. The album's genres, choral and Christmas music, are seamlessly intertwined, creating a harmonious blend that captures the essence of the holiday season. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply looking to add some festive cheer to your collection, this album is sure to become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
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Tracks
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf, preiset die TageJohann Sebastian Bach, Magyar Rádió Énekkara, Failoni Kamarazenekar, Géza Oberfrank
Adeste fidelisJohn Francis Wade, Jürgen Schuster, Vienna Boys' Choir, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63 (Sung in German): Tochter Zion, freue dichGeorge Frideric Handel, Vienna Boys' Choir, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
O du fröhlicheAnonymous, Vienna Boys' Choir, Peter Marschik
Es hat sich halt eröffnetTraditional, Vienna Boys' Choir, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air ("On a G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Es ist ein Ros entsprungenMichael Praetorius, Traditional, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
O Jesulein süß, BWV 493Johann Sebastian Bach, Thomas Nitschke, Ulrich Schicha, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Kommet, ihr HirtenTraditional, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Concerto Grosso in C Major, Op. 3 No. 12: I. Pastorale. LargoFrancesco Onofrio Manfredini, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Alle Jahre wiederFriedrich Silcher, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Leise rieselt der SchneeEduard Ebel, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Sonata in D Major a 8 viole con una tromba: II. AriaAlessandro Stradella, Jürgen Schuster, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich herTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Unknown Artist, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Macht hoch die TürJohann Anastasius Freylinghausen, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Zu Bethlehem geborenTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Oboe Concerto in D Minor: I. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Stefan Schilli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Kling, Glöckchen, klingTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
O TannenbaumTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
In dulci jubiloTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Unknown Artist, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Still, still, stillTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Unknown Artist, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Ihr Kinderlein kommetJohann Abraham Peter Schulz, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Canon and Gigue in D Major, P. 37: No. 1, CanonJohann Pachelbel, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
Stille NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
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