Indulge in the enchanting melodies of the holiday season with Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, and Cappella Coloniensis on their captivating album, "The Christmas Album." Released on October 13, 2000, under Warner Classics International, this exquisite collection of classical and traditional Christmas pieces spans a delightful 74 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of festive sounds.
Sumi Jo, the renowned soprano, brings her ethereal voice to timeless carols and classical compositions, accompanied by the masterful Michael Schneider and the esteemed Cappella Coloniensis. The album features a diverse range of works, from the hauntingly beautiful "O Holy Night" by Adolphe Adam to the joyful "Fröhlich soll mein Herze springen" by Johann Crüger. Classical masterpieces by Bach, Mozart, and Vivaldi are seamlessly interwoven with traditional carols, creating a harmonious blend of sacred and secular music.
The album opens with the serene "I Wonder as I Wander," arranged by Carter, and closes with the iconic "Silent Night" by Grüber, leaving you with a sense of warmth and tranquility. Each track is meticulously performed, showcasing the artists' exceptional talent and deep reverence for the music. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking to enhance your holiday season, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights that will captivate and inspire.
Trad / Arr Carter : I Wonder as I WanderTraditional, Sumi Jo
Bach, JS: Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 6: No. 59, Choral. "Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier"Johann Sebastian Bach, Sumi Jo, Cappella Coloniensis, VokalEnsemble Köln, Michael Schneider
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: I. IntroduzioneAlessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: II. Recitativo. "O di Betlemme altera"Alessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: III. Aria. "Dal bel sono, d'una stella"Alessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: IV. Recitativo. "Presa d'uomo la forma"Alessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: V. Aria. "L'autor d'ogni mio bene"Alessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: VI. Recitativo. "Fortunati, fortunati pastori!"Alessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scarlatti, A: O di Betlemme altera povertà: VII. Aria. "Toccò la prima sorte"Alessandro Scarlatti, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Crüger: "Fröhlich soll mein Herze springen"Johann Crüger, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Adam: O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, Sumi Jo
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : I SonataChristoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : II Fürchtet euch nicht!Christoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : III SonataChristoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : IV Denn euch ist heuteChristoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : V SonataChristoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : VI Ehre sei GottChristoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : VII SonataChristoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Bernhard : Fürchtet euch nicht! : VIII Alleluja!Christoph Bernhard, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Mozart: Symphony No. 19 in E-Flat Major, K. 132: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Grüber : Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht!Franz Xaver Gruber, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Praetorius : "Es ist ein Ros entsprungen"Michael Praetorius, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 270 "Il riposo, per il Santissimo Natale": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 270 "Il riposo, per il Santissimo Natale": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 270 "Il riposo, per il Santissimo Natale": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Scheidt : O Jesulein süssSamuel Scheidt, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Mozart: Exsultate jubilate, K. 165: Exsultate, jubilateWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Mozart: Exsultate jubilate, K. 165: Fulget amica diesWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Mozart: Exsultate jubilate, K. 165: Tu virginum coronaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
Mozart: Exsultate jubilate, K. 165: AlleluiaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sumi Jo, Michael Schneider, Cappella Coloniensis
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