Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Christmas Choral," a captivating collection of sacred works that encapsulate the spirit of the holiday season. Released on November 15, 2019, under the Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group label, this album is a treasure trove of classical piano and choral masterpieces, spanning a concise yet impactful 41 minutes.
The album features a selection of preludes and chorales from Bach's extensive repertoire, including excerpts from his renowned "Christmas Oratorio" (BWV 248). Each piece is a testament to Bach's unparalleled compositional skill and his deep spiritual devotion. From the joyous "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme" to the serene "Jesu, meine Freude," the album offers a diverse range of emotions and musical expressions.
Bach's "Christmas Choral" is not just a compilation of individual pieces but a cohesive journey through the festive season, as heard through the lens of one of history's most influential composers. The album's performances are marked by their clarity, precision, and profound musicality, making it a perfect addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Bach's work or a newcomer to the world of classical music, this album promises to enchant and inspire.
2019 Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group2019 Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group
Tracks
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36 Pt. 1: II. Chorale, Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Du Hirte Israel, höre, BWV 104: VI. Chorale, Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr'Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr', BWV 711: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 611: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 121: I. Chorale, Christum wir sollen loben schonJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 601: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe, BWV 22: V. Chorale, Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her, BWV 700: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248: XI. Chorale, Vom Himmel hoch (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 609: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 375: Chorale, Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleichJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: I. Chorale, Jesu, meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 605: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 294: ChoraleJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Wir Christenleut, BWV 612: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Dazu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes, BWV 40: III. Chorale, Wir Christenleut (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Puer natus in Bethlehem, BWV 603: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Sir David Willcocks
Sie werden aus Saba alle kommen, BWV 65: II. Die Kön'ge aus Saba kamen darJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
In dulci jubilo, BWV 368Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks