Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the Thomanerchor Leipzig's "Weihnachtsliederabend," a captivating collection of Christmas classics and lesser-known gems. Released on December 15, 2023, this album is a testament to the Thomanerchor Leipzig's renowned vocal prowess, offering a rich tapestry of sacred and secular Christmas music that spans centuries and styles.
The Thomanerchor Leipzig, one of the world's most prestigious boys' choirs, brings their signature clarity and precision to this diverse repertoire. The album opens with a traditional German carol, "Es ist ein Ros entsprungen," and closes with the timeless "Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht," creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that's perfect for the holiday season.
Throughout the album, the Thomanerchor Leipzig showcases their versatility, from the intricate harmonies of "Florilegii Musici Portensis: Hosanna Filio David" to the playful charm of "The Little Drummer Boy." They also pay homage to their German heritage with a selection of traditional German carols, including "Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her" and "Kommet, ihr Hirten."
The album's duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes makes it an ideal companion for cozy evenings by the fire or festive gatherings with loved ones. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Thomanerchor Leipzig or new to their music, "Weihnachtsliederabend" is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
Florilegii Musici Portensis: Hosanna Filio DavidFriedrich Weissensee, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Vierzehn deutsche Volkslieder für vierstimmigen Chor op. WoO 34: Es flog ein Täublein weißeJohannes Brahms, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Ich brach drei dürre ReiseleinHugo Distler, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Maria durch ein Dornwald gingGünther Raphael, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize, Ceano Hall, Rohan Alber
Zwei Motetten, Op. 74: O Heiland, reiß die Himmel aufJohannes Brahms, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Zwölf deutsche geistliche Gesänge WoO VI/13: Es kommt ein Schiff geladenMax Reger, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Drei Psalmen MWV B41: Es kommt ein Schiff geladenFelix Mendelssohn, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
König der KönigeGustav Brand, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize, Jordi Seyer Carrera, Hannes Becker
Missa a La Casa de la Madre y el Nino: GloriaJan Sandström, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize, Leopold Görsch, Benjamin Flemming, Carlos Voß, Ha Dong Lee
Kommet, ihr HirtenKarl Riedel, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Joseph, lieber Joseph meinSethus Calvisius, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Puer natus in BethlehemRihards Dubra, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize, Leopold Görsch
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich herJohann Hermann Schein, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
Musae Sioniae VI, No. 53: Es ist ein Ros entsprungenMichael Praetorius, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
There Is No Rose of Such VertuFredrik Sixten, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
The Little Drummer BoyJohn McCarthy, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize
WeihnachtErhard Mauersberger, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize, Maris Annus
Stille Nacht, heilige NachtGustav Schreck, Georg Christoph Biller, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Andreas Reize