Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's sacred choral works with "King's College Choir - A Bach Christmas." Released on November 26, 2022, under Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group, this exquisite collection showcases the renowned King's College Choir performing a selection of Bach's most celebrated choral pieces, perfect for the holiday season.
Spanning a concise yet impactful 41 minutes, this album is a testament to the choir's exceptional artistry and the enduring brilliance of Bach's compositions. The tracklist features a mix of chorales and preludes, including beloved works such as "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme" (BWV 645), "Jesu, meine Freude" (BWV 227), and excerpts from the iconic "Weihnachtsoratorium" (BWV 248). Each piece is performed with the precision and reverence that the King's College Choir is known for, offering a serene and uplifting listening experience.
Recorded in the acoustically stunning King's College Chapel in Cambridge, this album captures the essence of a live performance, transporting you to the heart of a festive concert. The combination of Bach's masterful compositions and the choir's ethereal harmonies creates a sense of tranquility and joy, making it an ideal accompaniment to your holiday celebrations.
Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply seeking a moment of peace amidst the holiday hustle, "King's College Choir - A Bach Christmas" is a captivating addition to your music collection. Let the angelic voices of the King's College Choir and the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach fill your home with the spirit of Christmas.
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Tracks
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36 Pt. 1: II. Chorale, Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Du Hirte Israel, höre, BWV 104: VI. Chorale. Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr'Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Allein Gott in der Höh' sei Ehr', BWV 711: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 121: I. Chorale. Christum wir sollen loben schonJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 611: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe, BWV 22: V. Chorale. Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 601Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248: XI. Chorale. Vom Himmel hoch (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her, BWV 700: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 375: Chorale. Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleichJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen, allzugleich, BWV 609: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Jesu, meine Freude, BWV 227: I. Chorale. Jesu, meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 294: ChoraleJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich, BWV 605: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Dazu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes, BWV 40: III. Chorale. Wir Christenleut (Excerpt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Wir Christenleut, BWV 612: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
Sie werden aus Saba alle kommen, BWV 65: II. Die Kön'ge aus Saba kamen darJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Puer natus in Bethlehem, BWV 603: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis
In dulci jubilo, BWV 368Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir David Willcocks, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge