Immerse yourself in the enchanting holiday spirit with Ann Dominique Merlet's "Holly Christmas," a captivating collection of sacred and secular seasonal music. Released on January 1, 2015, under the Music Ware label, this album spans a diverse range of compositions, from classical to traditional carols, all beautifully performed by the talented Ann Dominique Merlet.
The album opens with a selection of beloved Christmas carols, including "Cantique de Noël" and "Noël anglais," setting a warm and inviting tone. Merlet's voice shines in pieces like "Panis angelicus" and "Ave verum corpus," showcasing her versatility and depth. The album also features selections from larger works, such as Handel's "Messiah" and Duruflé's "Te Deum," demonstrating Merlet's ability to tackle both solo and choral pieces with equal grace.
One of the standout tracks is the powerful "Hallelujah" chorus from Handel's "Messiah," where Merlet's voice soars, capturing the grandeur and joy of the season. The album concludes with a heartfelt rendition of the spiritual "Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen," adding a touch of reflection and introspection to the festive collection.
With a duration of just under an hour and ten minutes, "Holly Christmas" is a perfect accompaniment to your holiday celebrations. Whether you're looking to create a serene atmosphere or join in the festive cheer, Ann Dominique Merlet's renditions of these timeless pieces are sure to delight.
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Tracks
Cantique de Noël "Minuit chrétiens"Adolphe Adam, Ann Dominique Merlet, Carlo Ciabrini
Vieux NoëlCésar Franck, Ann Dominique Merlet, Carlo Ciabrini
Messe solenelle, Op. 12, FWV 61: Panis angelicus - Arr. for Voice and OrganCésar Franck, Ann Dominique Merlet, Carlo Ciabrini
Noël anglais "Adeste fideles"Traditional, Ann Dominique Merlet, Thierry Delaroche
Recueil de noëls, Op. 15: No. 14, Mon âme dormez-vous?Alexandre Pierre François Boëly, Ann Dominique Merlet
Recueil de noëls, Op. 15: No. 4, Esprits divinsAlexandre Pierre François Boëly, Ann Dominique Merlet
La nativité du Seigneur: No. 9, Dieu parmi nousOlivier Messiaen, Ann Dominique Merlet
Agnus dei - Arr. for Organ and TrumpetGeorges Bizet, Benoît d'Hau, Vincent Rigot
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre Paul Kuentz, Paul Kuentz, Chœurs Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick
Via crucis, S. 53: Ave verum corpus ChristiFranz Liszt, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Nicole Corti, David Selig
Te deum - Transcr. for Organ by Maurice DurufléCharles Tournemire, Thierry Escaich
Notre père, Op. 14Maurice Duruflé, Cambridge Voices, Ian de Massini
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of ZionGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestre et Choeur Paul Kuentz, Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: Chorus. HallelujahGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Kuentz, Orchestre Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick, Chœurs Paul Kuentz
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3: Chorus. AmenGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Kuentz, Orchestre Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick, Chœurs Paul Kuentz
Nobody Knows the Trouble I've SeenTraditional, Eric Aubier, Thierry Escaich
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