Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the Renaissance with "A Renaissance Christmas" by The Sixteen, conducted by Harry Christophers. Released on September 28, 2018, this captivating album offers a refreshing alternative to traditional Christmas carols, featuring a stunning collection of festive works from the Renaissance period.
Spanning a diverse range of composers, including William Byrd, Orlande de Lassus, Tomas Luis de Victoria, and Thomas Tallis, this album showcases the rich tapestry of Renaissance choral music. From the joyous simplicity of plainsong chants like "Resonemus laudibus" and "Veni, veni Emmanuel" to the intricate polyphony of pieces like Lassus' "Videntes stellam Magi" and Byrd's "Reges Tharsis," each track is a testament to the timeless beauty of this era.
With a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, "A Renaissance Christmas" is a perfect addition to your holiday playlist. The album's 19 tracks, recorded under the CORO label, provide a serene and uplifting atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a unique and enchanting Christmas listening experience. Whether you're a fan of medieval, traditional, or Gregorian chant music, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
(C) 2018 The Sixteen Productions Ltd
Tracks
Resonemus laudibusPlainsong, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Hodie Christus natus estJan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Omnes de Saba venient (Handl)Jacobus Gallus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Eccard)Johannes Eccard, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Veni, veni EmmanuelTraditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Vox in RamaGeorge Kirbye, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Videntes stellam MagiOrlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Videte miraculumThomas Tallis, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Quem vidistis, pastores? (Dering)Richard Dering, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O magnum mysteriumWilliam Byrd, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Handl)Jacobus Gallus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Quem vidistis, pastores? (Victoria)Tomás Luis de Victoria, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Resonet in laudibus (Lassus)Orlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
This day Christ was BornWilliam Byrd, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Reges TharsisJohn Sheppard, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Pastores loquebanturFrancisco Guerrero, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O beatum et sacrosanctum diemPeter Philips, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Crudelis HerodesPlainsong, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Omnes de Saba venient (Lassus)Orlande de Lassus, Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
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