Experience the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Holly Christmas" by Ann Dominique Merlet, a captivating collection of sacred and traditional Christmas music. Released in 2015 under the Music Ware label, this album spans a generous 1 hour and 9 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of festive melodies and spiritual reflections.
Ann Dominique Merlet's ethereal vocals are beautifully complemented by the masterful arrangements of Carlo Ciabrini and Thierry Escaich, creating a harmonious blend that resonates deeply with the spirit of Christmas. The album features a diverse range of compositions, from beloved classics like "Cantique de Noël" and "Adeste Fideles" to lesser-known gems such as "La nativité du Seigneur: No. 9, Dieu parmi nous" and "Recueil de noëls, Op. 15."
"Holly Christmas" includes iconic pieces from Handel's "Messiah," such as "Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion," "Hallelujah," and "Amen," showcasing the grandeur and majesty of the season. The album also incorporates traditional carols and spirituals, like "Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen" and a festive "Christmas Medley," adding a touch of warmth and familiarity.
Whether you're seeking a serene backdrop for your holiday celebrations or a thoughtful gift for a loved one, "Holly Christmas" by Ann Dominique Merlet is sure to delight and inspire. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of these sacred and traditional songs, performed with grace and devotion by one of the season's most captivating vocalists.
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Tracks
Cantique de Noël "Minuit chrétiens"Adolphe Adam, Ann Dominique Merlet, Carlo Ciabrini
Vieux NoëlCésar Franck, Ann Dominique Merlet, Carlo Ciabrini
Messe solenelle, Op. 12, FWV 61: Panis angelicus - Arr. for Voice and OrganCésar Franck, Ann Dominique Merlet, Carlo Ciabrini
Noël anglais "Adeste fideles"Traditional, Ann Dominique Merlet, Thierry Delaroche
Recueil de noëls, Op. 15: No. 14, Mon âme dormez-vous?Alexandre Pierre François Boëly, Ann Dominique Merlet
Recueil de noëls, Op. 15: No. 4, Esprits divinsAlexandre Pierre François Boëly, Ann Dominique Merlet
La nativité du Seigneur: No. 9, Dieu parmi nousOlivier Messiaen, Ann Dominique Merlet
Agnus dei - Arr. for Organ and TrumpetGeorges Bizet, Benoît d'Hau, Vincent Rigot
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre Paul Kuentz, Paul Kuentz, Chœurs Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick
Via crucis, S. 53: Ave verum corpus ChristiFranz Liszt, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Nicole Corti, David Selig
Te deum - Transcr. for Organ by Maurice DurufléCharles Tournemire, Thierry Escaich
Notre père, Op. 14Maurice Duruflé, Cambridge Voices, Ian de Massini
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of ZionGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestre et Choeur Paul Kuentz, Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: Chorus. HallelujahGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Kuentz, Orchestre Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick, Chœurs Paul Kuentz
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3: Chorus. AmenGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Kuentz, Orchestre Paul Kuentz, Barbara Schlick, Chœurs Paul Kuentz
Nobody Knows the Trouble I've SeenTraditional, Eric Aubier, Thierry Escaich
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