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- it's christmas! - jonas kaufmann
It's Christmas!
- 2022
- 78 tracks
- 2 uur, 22 min
- opera
Album Description
Get ready to indulge in the magical world of Christmas with Jonas Kaufmann's enchanting album, "It's Christmas!". Released on 25 November 2022, this captivating collection of 49 festive songs from around the globe is a true masterpiece. Jonas Kaufmann, one of the world's most acclaimed and celebrated tenors, showcases his incredible versatility as he effortlessly glides through an impressive array of languages and musical styles, from traditional church hymns to swinging jazz numbers, pop hits, and intimate folksongs.
This extended Christmas album is a labour of love, with Jonas Kaufmann carefully selecting each song to evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder. The tracklist features a beautiful blend of classic carols, such as "Silent Night" and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing", alongside lesser-known gems like "In dulci jubilo" and "Kommet, ihr Hirten". Jonas Kaufmann's powerful and expressive voice brings each song to life, making this album a must-have for anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit.
The "Gold Edition" of "It's Christmas!" is a special treat, featuring a bonus CD with Jonas Kaufmann reading Christmas stories and poems from renowned authors like Goethe, Claudius, and Rilke. The album also includes a stunning 100-page booklet, complete with personally selected Christmas poems, photos from Jonas Kaufmann's childhood Christmases, and recipes for his favourite Christmas treats.
With its lovingly designed, high-quality packaging and extensive tracklist, "It's Christmas!" is the perfect gift for friends and family. So why not immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with Jonas Kaufmann's sublime vocals and let the spirit of Christmas shine bright? Available now on Sony Classical, "It's Christmas!" is an album that will leave you feeling merry, bright, and eager to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Tracks
- Engel haben Himmelslieder / Gloria in excelsis DeoTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, St. Florianer Sängerknaben, Franz Farnberger
- Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, Bachchor Salzburg, Alois Glaßner
- Süßer die Glocken nie klingenTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Adeste fidelesJohn Francis Wade, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Cantique de Noël (Minuit, Chrétiens) / O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Trois anges sont venus ce soirAugusta Holmès, Jonas Kaufmann, Berlin Music Ensemble
- In dulci jubiloMichael Praetorius, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Kommet, ihr HirtenTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Tochter ZionGeorge Frideric Handel, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, Bachchor Salzburg, Alois Glaßner
- Ihr Kinderlein, kommetChristoph von Schmid, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- What Child Is This?Traditional, Ralph Greaves, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Es wird scho glei dumpaTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Florian Pedarnig
- Still, still, stillTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Florian Pedarnig
- Maria durch ein Dornwald gingTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, St. Florianer Sängerknaben, Franz Farnberger
- Im Woid is so staadFranz Xaver Rambold, Jonas Kaufmann, Florian Pedarnig
- Alle Jahre wiederFriedrich Silcher, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- White ChristmasIrving Berlin, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Jingle BellsJames Lord Pierpont, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Was soll das bedeuten?Traditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Vom Himmel hoch, ihr Englein, kommt!Traditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Gesù bambinoPietro Yon, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, St. Florianer Sängerknaben, Franz Farnberger
- Lasst uns froh und munter seinJosef Annegarn, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, St. Florianer Sängerknaben, Franz Farnberger
- Leise rieselt der SchneeTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Morgen, Kinder, wird's was gebenCarl Gottlieb Hering, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Entre le boeuf et l'âne grisTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Der englische GrußTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Stefanie Iranyi, Spielmusik Karl Edelmann
- Auf, ihr HirtensleutTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Stefanie Iranyi, Spielmusik Karl Edelmann
- Als Maria übers Gebirge gingTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Stefanie Iranyi, Spielmusik Karl Edelmann
- In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Es ist ein Ros entsprungenMichael Praetorius, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Macht hoch die TürTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, Bachchor Salzburg, Alois Glaßner
- Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469Johann Sebastian Bach, Martin Luther, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, St. Florianer Sängerknaben, Franz Farnberger
- Zu Bethlehem geborenTraditionell, Jonas Kaufmann, Stefanie Iranyi, Spielmusik Karl Edelmann
- Jetzt fangen wir zum Singen anTobi Reiser, Jonas Kaufmann, Spielmusik Karl Edelmann
- Mariä WiegenliedTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Spielmusik Karl Edelmann
- O du fröhlicheTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, Bachchor Salzburg, Alois Glaßner
- O Heiland, reiß die Himmel aufTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Kling, Glöckchen, klingelingelingTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich herMartin Luther, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- O TannenbaumTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Nu tändas tusen juleljusEmmy Köhler, Jonas Kaufmann, Cologne Studio Big Band, Wieland Reissmann
- Stille NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Jonas Kaufmann, Florian Pedarnig
- Still, still, stillTraditional, Jonas Kaufmann, Jochen Rieder, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg
- Have Yourself a Merry Little ChristmasHugh Martin, Ralph Blane, Jonas Kaufmann, Till Brönner, Cologne Studio Big Band, Wieland Reissmann
- Winter WonderlandFelix Bernard, Jonas Kaufmann, Cologne Studio Big Band, Wieland Reissmann
- The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)Mel Tormé, Robert Wells, Jonas Kaufmann, Cologne Studio Big Band, Wieland Reissmann
- Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!Jule Styne, Jonas Kaufmann, Till Brönner, Cologne Studio Big Band, Wieland Reissmann
- All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey, Walter Afanasieff, Jonas Kaufmann, Cologne Studio Big Band, Wieland Reissmann
- Die Weihnachtsgeschichte aus dem Lukas-Evangelium (2, 1-20)Jonas Kaufmann
About Jonas Kaufmann
Jonas Kaufmann, the German-Austrian tenor, is renowned for his extraordinary versatility and powerful presence on the opera stage. With a repertoire spanning over 70 roles, Kaufmann has captivated audiences worldwide with his emotive performances and rich, burnished voice. His standout roles include Don José in "Carmen," Cavaradossi in "Tosca," and the title roles in "Parsifal," "Werther," and "Lohengrin." Described by The New York Times as "the most important, versatile tenor of his generation," Kaufmann's performances are not just concerts but journeys through the depths of human emotion. Beyond his operatic prowess, Kaufmann is also known for his love of football and his recent venture into festival direction. His performances have graced the most prestigious venues, from New York to Milan, solidifying his status as one of the world's greatest tenors.
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