Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the Vienna Boys' Choir's "Christmas Angels," a timeless collection of choral masterpieces released in 1995 under RCA Classics Christmas. This exquisite album spans a little over an hour and features a harmonious blend of traditional Christmas carols and classical compositions, showcasing the ethereal voices of the Vienna Boys' Choir.
The album opens with Benjamin Britten's "A Ceremony of Carols," a captivating suite that includes beloved pieces like "Wolcum Yole!" and "There Is No Rose." These tracks, along with other carols such as "Ding Dong! Merrily On High!" and "Away In A Manger," highlight the choir's angelic harmonies and impeccable technique. The Vienna Boys' Choir also delivers stirring performances of classic carols like "Deck The Hall," "Good Christian Men Rejoice," and "Joy To The World," making this album a festive delight.
"Christmas Angels" is not just a compilation of holiday favorites; it is a testament to the Vienna Boys' Choir's enduring legacy and their ability to bring timeless music to life. The arrangements by Osian Ellis and Helmuth Froschauer add a touch of elegance and sophistication, making this album a standout in any Christmas music collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Vienna Boys' Choir or a newcomer to their enchanting sound, "Christmas Angels" is sure to become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
(P) 1995 BMG Music
Tracks
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Procession (Senza misura) (Hodie Christus)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Wolcum Yole! (Allegro con brio)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): There Is No Rose (Allegretto)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): That Yonge Child (Andante quasi recitativo)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Balulalow (Andante piacevole)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): As Dew In Aprille (Allegro)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): This Little Babe (Presto con fuoco)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Interlude (Andante pastorale) (Solo-harp)Uwe Christian Harrer, Osian Ellis
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): In Freezing Winter Night (Andante comodo)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Spring Carol (Allegretto)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Deo Gracias (Presto)Vienna Boys' Choir
A Ceremony Of Carols, op. 28 (für hohe Stimmen und Harfe): Recession (Senza misura)Vienna Boys' Choir
English Christmas Carols: Ding Dong! Merrily On High!Vienna Boys' Choir
English Christmas Carols: Away In A MangerVienna Boys' Choir
We've Been Awhile A-wandering - Folk Carol From YorkshireVienna Boys' Choir
Coventry Carol - Lulli, Lulla, Thou Little Tiny ChildVienna Boys' Choir
English Christmas Carols: I Saw Three ShipsVienna Boys' Choir, Uwe Christian Harrer
English Christmas Carols: Once In Royal David's CityVienna Boys' Choir
English Christmas Carols: Deck The HallVienna Boys' Choir
Good Christian Men Rejoice (In dulci jubilo)Hans Gillesberger, Anton Neyder, Johann Sonnleitner, Vienna Boys' Choir
O TannenbaumHermann Prey, Vienna Boys' Choir
Messe solennelle in A Major, Op. 12, FWV 61: V. Panis AngelicusPlácido Domingo, Vienna Boys' Choir, Wiener Symphoniker, Helmuth Froschauer
Stille Nacht, heilige NachtVienna Boys' Choir
Frau Nachtigall, wach aufVienna Boys' Choir
Es ist ein Ros' entsprungenVienna Boys' Choir
Adeste fideles (O Come All Ye Faithful)Plácido Domingo, Wiener Symphoniker, Johann Sonnleitner, Helmuth Froschauer
Die Könige - Drei Kön'ge wandern aus Morgenland/Wie schön leuchtet der MorgensternVienna Boys' Choir