Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the London Chamber Orchestra's "Midwinter - Stimmungsvolle Musik zur Weihnachtszeit." Released on November 16, 2012, under Sony Classical, this captivating album offers a delightful collection of chamber music that beautifully captures the essence of Christmas.
Spanning a concise yet engaging 53 minutes, the album features a diverse range of beloved Christmas carols and classical pieces, each meticulously performed by the renowned London Chamber Orchestra. From the joyful "Deck the Hall" to the serene "Silent Night," and the majestic "O Holy Night," every track is a testament to the orchestra's exceptional skill and musicality.
The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Moita Festa," a traditional Galician Christmas carol, and "The Wexford Carol," adding a touch of uniqueness to the collection. The orchestral versions of "What Child Is This" and "O Holy Night" showcase the orchestra's ability to breathe new life into familiar tunes, while Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" and Schubert's "Ave Maria" provide a classical touch that transcends the holiday season.
Whether you're looking to set the mood for a cozy Christmas evening or simply appreciate the beauty of chamber music, the London Chamber Orchestra's "Midwinter" is a wonderful addition to your music library. Let the orchestra's enchanting performances transport you to a world of holiday cheer and musical delight.
(P) 2011 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Deck the HallTraditional, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
In the Bleak Midwinter, H. 73, No. 1Gustav Holst, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
The Coventry CarolTraditional, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
What Child Is This - Orchestral VersionTraditional, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - "Jesu bleibet meine Freude" Mvmt 10 of the cantata Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147Johann Sebastian Bach, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Ave Maria - "Ellens dritter Gesang" Ellens Gesang III (D. 839, Op. 52 No. 6)Franz Schubert, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
O Holy Night (Cantique de Noel) - Orchestral VersionAdolphe Adam, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Margaret Campbell
The Wexford Carol (The Enniscorthy Carol)Traditional, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Away in a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
O Christmas Tree - "O Tannenbaum"Traditional, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Moita Festa (A Galician Christmas Carol)José Pacheco, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Away in a Manger (II) - "Mueller" (US version)William J. Kirkpatrick, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
O Little Town of Bethlehem - "St. Louis"Lewis Redner, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
It Came Upon the Midnight ClearRichard Storrs Willis, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Robert Max
Joy to the WorldLowell Mason, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
O Come All Ye Faithfull - "Adeste Fideles"John Francis Wade, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green