Experience the enchanting voices of the Vienna Boys' Choir in their captivating album "Frohe Weihnacht," released in 2008. This delightful collection of 27 tracks, spanning 72 minutes, is a beautiful blend of choral and Christmas music, perfect for the holiday season and beyond. The album features a mix of traditional carols and classical pieces, all performed with the choir's signature purity and precision. From beloved classics like "Stille Nacht" and "O Tannenbaum" to lesser-known gems like "Kommet, ihr Hirten" and "In dulci jubilo," this album offers a rich and varied listening experience. The Vienna Boys' Choir, one of the world's most renowned boys' choirs, brings their exceptional talent and musicality to each track, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply looking for beautiful holiday music, "Frohe Weihnacht" is sure to delight. The album is released under the Naxos label, known for its high-quality recordings and extensive catalog of classical music.
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Tracks
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf, preiset die TageJohann Sebastian Bach, Magyar Rádió Énekkara, Failoni Kamarazenekar, Géza Oberfrank
Adeste fidelisJohn Francis Wade, Jürgen Schuster, Vienna Boys' Choir, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63 (Sung in German): Tochter Zion, freue dichGeorge Frideric Handel, Vienna Boys' Choir, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
O du fröhlicheAnonymous, Vienna Boys' Choir, Peter Marschik
Es hat sich halt eröffnetTraditional, Vienna Boys' Choir, Kolner Kammerorchester, Peter Marschik
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air ("On a G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Es ist ein Ros entsprungenMichael Praetorius, Traditional, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
O Jesulein süß, BWV 493Johann Sebastian Bach, Thomas Nitschke, Ulrich Schicha, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Kommet, ihr HirtenTraditional, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Concerto Grosso in C Major, Op. 3 No. 12: I. Pastorale. LargoFrancesco Onofrio Manfredini, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Alle Jahre wiederFriedrich Silcher, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Leise rieselt der SchneeEduard Ebel, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
Sonata in D Major a 8 viole con una tromba: II. AriaAlessandro Stradella, Jürgen Schuster, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich herTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Unknown Artist, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Macht hoch die TürJohann Anastasius Freylinghausen, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Zu Bethlehem geborenTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Oboe Concerto in D Minor: I. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Stefan Schilli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Kling, Glöckchen, klingTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
O TannenbaumTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
In dulci jubiloTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Unknown Artist, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Still, still, stillTraditional, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Unknown Artist, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Ihr Kinderlein kommetJohann Abraham Peter Schulz, Erich Ferstl, Tölzer Knabenchor, Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden
Canon and Gigue in D Major, P. 37: No. 1, CanonJohann Pachelbel, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
Stille NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Martin Flämig
The Vienna Boys' Choir, also known as the Wiener Sängerknaben, is a world-renowned boys' choir with a history that dates back to 1498, making it one of the oldest musical organizations in existence. Founded by the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I, this esteemed choir is celebrated for its unique timbre and purity of tone, achieved through rigorous training and strict standards. Comprising boys aged between 9 and 14, the choir is divided into four touring groups, each maintaining the same high level of performance. The Vienna Boys' Choir is a private charity that supports itself through concerts, recordings, sponsorships, and donations, ensuring its legacy continues to inspire audiences worldwide.
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