Bach Motets

On this CD:

1. Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden, motet for chorus & continuo, BWV 230
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Yves-G. Prefontaine
Conducted by Marthe Lacasse

2. Jesu, meine Freude, motet for chorus & continuo, BWV 227
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Yves-G. Prefontaine
Conducted by Marthe Lacasse

3. Der Geist hilft unser Schwachheit auf, motet for chorus & continuo, BWV 226
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Yves-G. Prefontaine
Conducted by Marthe Lacasse

4. Komm, Jesu, komm, motet for chorus & continuo, BWV 229
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Yves-G. Prefontaine
Conducted by Marthe Lacasse

5. Fürchte dich nicht, ich bin bei dir, motet for chorus & continuo, BWV 228
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Yves-G. Prefontaine
Conducted by Marthe Lacasse

6. Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, motet for chorus & continuo, BWV 225
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Yves-G. Prefontaine
Conducted by Marthe Lacasse

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Choral Moods
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Choral Moods

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ASIN: B00000DFKO
Release Date: 1998-10-13

Tracks:

  1. Miserere Mei, Deus
  2. Deutsche Messe D.872: Sanctus
  3. Hear My Prayer, Oh Lord
  4. Timor Et Tremor
  5. Videntes Stellam
  6. Psalm 13, OP.27
  7. O Salutaris Hostia
  8. Salvette Flores
  9. Evening Hymn
  10. L'enfance du Christ: Shepherd's Farewell
  11. Ave Maria
  12. Advent Responsory
  13. Ave Maria OP.93
  14. Edi Beo Thu, Hevene Quene
  15. Missa Cum Iubilo (Gregorian Chant): Kyrie
  16. Missa Cum Iubilo (Gregorian Chant): Gloria
  17. Missa Cum Iubilo (Gregorian Chant): Sanctus & Benedictus
  18. Missa Cum Iubilo (Gregorian Chant): Agnus Dei
  19. Requiem: In Paradisum
  20. Agnus Dei

Tracks:

  1. Nunc Dimittis
  2. Mass In G: Agnus Dei
  3. Ave Verum Corpus Op. 65 No. 1
  4. O Ignis Spiritus Paracliti
  5. Hear My Prayer
  6. Ave Maria
  7. Panis Angelicus
  8. Eternal Father
  9. Vom Himmel Hoch
  10. Ave Maria
  11. Messe basse: Kyrie
  12. Messe basse: Sanctus
  13. Messe basse: Benedictus
  14. Messe basse: Agnus Dei
  15. Rejoice, Rejoice
  16. Salve Regina, Op. 67 No. 1
  17. Ave, Verum Corpus
  18. Laudi Alla Vergine Maria
  19. Tenebrae Facta Sunt
  20. O Sacrum Convivium

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Heavenly.......2007-03-29

This is the most uplifting music I have encountered. The angelic sounds of this choral group help me stay sane on California highways!

5 out of 5 stars The Holy Grail of Choral Recordings.......2006-07-03

This was the first choral CD I've ever purchased when I started becomming involved with choir during my senior year of high school five years ago. My director was telling the choir that he had finally found his copy at a music store and referred to it as the "Holy Grail" of choral recordings. So, I went out to find my own copy and I'm still blown away by it today. I've even given copies as gifts. The music is certainly relaxing and such, but what I most value from it is the spiritual magic. The Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge (then and now my favorite choir in the world) brings every composition to life in such a way that's pure, elegant, and deep. Listening to this music and enjoying this choir has allowed me to set my own standard of singing and compositional excellence.

5 out of 5 stars One Small Correction.......2004-03-06

I keep finding new things to love on this CD, including the fact that it has the first recording I found of Gabriel Faure's beautiful Soprano (or Soprano/Alto) duet Ave Maria., Opus 93. The same recording appears on another CD where the singers are named. The above description of this selection unaccountably adds a baritone. Incidentally, Faure also composed a shorter SATB Ave Maria, which John Rutter has recorded.

I only wish the recording included the complete text of Psalm 50/51 from Gregorio Allegri's Miserere Mei Deus. This might come from John Rutter's recently edited score, published by Oxford Press, if I'm not mistaken. I, for one, do not find this selection (or indeed the entire recording) too long and I believe that the embellishments at the end (mentioned in another review) are probably correct when considering performance conventions of the time of its composition.

5 out of 5 stars Gorgeous music, gorgeous performances.......2003-06-19

I am a semi-professional singer with a BA in Music, and I bought this CD with some trepidation because it looked like one of those dreadful "pop classical" compilations that are everywhere lately. But it had lots of great repertoire all in on place, so I decided to risk it, and I was not disappointed! In fact, this is now one of my favorite choral CDs.

As usual, the Choir of Trinity College delivers stunning performances, and the music itself is just gorgeous. Lots of "church" favorites from a wide range of musical periods. The mood of the CD is definitely on the mellow side, but it's perfect for those quiet moods. I love this CD -- highly recommended!

5 out of 5 stars Stunning collection suitable for music nuts or newbies alike.......2002-03-18

Even as an avid fan of classical music with very picky tastes, there was just so much good music packed on these two (cheap!) discs for me to take in at once!
The perfectly balanced and locked chords can really give you chills.

I gave this CD as a present to a good friend of mine who was not so familiar with the genre, with tremendous results. I think this would make a great gift to anyone with the slightest inclination towards classical music.
Bach: Motets BWV 225-231, Cantatas
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Bach: Motets BWV 225-231, Cantatas
Johann Sebastian Bach , John Eliot Gardiner , Gillian Fisher , Elisabeth Priday , Richard Savage , Ashley Stafford , Neil McKenzie , English Baroque Soloists , and Monteverdi Choir
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ASIN: B000005E9X
Release Date: 1993-04-13

Tracks:

  1. Motet: Komm, Jesu, komm (BWV 229)
  2. Cantata: O Jesu Christ, meins Lebens Licht (BWV 118)
  3. Motets: Der Geist hilft unser Schwachheit auf (BWV 226)
  4. Motets: Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden (BWV 230)
  5. Motets: Sei Lob und Preis mit Ehren (BWV 231)
  6. Motets: Der Gerechte kommt um
  7. Motets: Furchte dich nicht (BWV 228)

Tracks:

  1. Motets: Jesu, meine Freude (BWV 227)
  2. Motets: Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied (BWV 225)
  3. Cantata: Nun ist das Heil und die Kraft (BWV 50)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Eat your heart out, Marilyn Manson.......2006-04-16

This was the first CD I ever bought, back when CD players were still cutting-edge technology. Now, more than a decade later, I still listen to it regularly.

In fact, this CD ranks as my all-time favorite for playing at ear-bud volume while rocketing down the highway. My apologies to the Seattle police -- and to the millions of kids who will never know that Bach's Motets kick industrial metal's ass (and just about everything else) when it comes to pure emotional transcendence.

5 out of 5 stars A masterpiece of choral artistry.......2003-05-15

Not only is the composer Johann Sebastian Bach, but John Eliot Gardiner has interpreted him in very fine fashion.

Among the works featured in this album are ensemble pieces of four-part harmony, but there are polyphonic sequences, and sequences featuring solo singers.

This is a double disk album, making it especially valuable.

The choir has excellent diction, all in German. There is a strong, clear soprano section enabling a flexible, versatile dynamic range. The basses and tenors are similarly skilled.

Incidental music is unobtrusive and enhances the choral presentation.

The overall effect is awe-inspiring and elevating.

5 out of 5 stars centerpiece for choir lovers.......2000-03-29

If you love J.S. Bach, if you love choir music, this double CD is an essential purchase. Get a taste, try "Komm, Jesu, Komm". It's built in several parts; each takes you to a higher level, and after the sequence ("du bist der rechte Weg...") which gets me high each time I hear it, the motet ends with a lovely aria. But then, there's so much more to discover here! Gardiner and the Monteverdi choir are the reference level. However, be aware that this CD could suddenly dissappear from the market (in Germany, it has). Don't hesitate: this is a must for all lovers of the b-minor Mass and St. Matthew's Passion where choir music also plays a prominent role.
J.S. Bach: Motets
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Very interesting
  • A pleasant surprise...for the price!
J.S. Bach: Motets

Manufacturer: Naxos
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ASIN: B0000014AM
Release Date: 1997-08-05

Tracks:

  1. Singet Dem Herrin Ein Neues Lied, BWV 225
  2. Der Geist Hilft Unsrer Schwachheit Auf, BWV 226
  3. Jesu, Meine Freude, BWV 227
  4. Furchte Dich Nicht, BWV 228
  5. Komm, Jesu, Komm, BWV 229
  6. Lobet Den Herrn, Alle Heiden, BWV 230

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Very interesting.......2004-04-20

Hey, you can buy this cd, dont think it's a bad one just for its price. You can learn many new things with this recording. It has some interesting things. You' ll enjoy it. Get it!

4 out of 5 stars A pleasant surprise...for the price!.......1999-11-10

This a good quality recording of the complete set of Bach's motets. The Scholars Baroque Ensemble does a wonderful job with small forces of fewer than 10, often with one singer per part. A real showcase for the singers' virtuosity. The German diction is quite good, and the interpretations are lively, although some of the ritards at cadences are a bit much. Overall, a real find.
Bach: 6 Motets
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    Bach: 6 Motets

    Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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    ASIN: B000CNENYO
    Release Date: 2006-03-21

    Tracks:

    1. Singet Dem Herrn Ein Neues Lied BWV 225
    2. Der Geist Hilft Unsrer Schwachheit Auf BWV 226
    3. Jesu, Meine Freude BWV 227
    4. Furchte Dich Nicht, Inc Bin Bei Dir BWV 228
    5. Komm, Jesu, Komm BWV 229
    6. Lobet Den Herrn, Alle Heiden BWV 230
    Glorious Trinity
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      Glorious Trinity
      Anonymous , Johann Sebastian Bach , Johannes Brahms , Maurice Durufle , Gabriel Faure , Olivier Messiaen , Sir Charles H.H. Parry , Francis Poulenc , Henry Purcell , Heinrich Schutz , Charles Villiers Stanford , Christmas Traditional , Tomas Luis de Victoria , William Walton , and Cambridge The Choir of Trinity College
      Manufacturer: RCA
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      ASIN: B0000024C7
      Release Date: 1995-07-18

      Tracks:

      1. Glorious Trinity: Magnificat
      2. Glorious Trinity: Never Weather-Beaten Sail
      3. Psalms Of David: Der Herr sprach zu meinem, Herren
      4. Glorious Trinity: I Was Glad
      5. Glorious Trinity: Ubi caritas
      6. Glorious Trinity: Tota pulchra es
      7. Lobet den Herrn: I. Lobet den Herrn BWV.320
      8. Lobet den Herrn: II. Hallelujah!
      9. Glorious Trinity: Seigneur, je vous en prie
      10. Glorious Trinity: Exultate Deo
      11. Glorious Trinity: Requiem - In paradisum
      12. Der Geist hilft unsrer Schwachheit auf, BWV.226: I. Der Geist hilft unsrer Schwachheit auf: II. Der aber die Herzen: III. Du heilige Brunst
      13. Glorious Trinity: Hear My Prayer
      14. Glorious Trinity: Judas Mercator
      15. Glorious Trinity: Unus Ex Discipulis
      16. Glorious Trinity: O Sacrum Convivium!
      17. Glorious Trinity: Eternal Father
      18. Glorious Trinity: Geistliches Lied
      19. There Is No Rose
      20. Of The Father's Heart
      21. Sweet Was The Song
      22. Glorious Trinity: Requiem - Sanctus
      Panis angelicus: Favourite Motets from Westminster Cathedral
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      • Panis Angelicus
      Panis angelicus: Favourite Motets from Westminster Cathedral

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      ASIN: B000002ZT7
      Release Date: 1994-01-04

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      1. Ave Maria: Op 23, No 2
      2. Cantata No 147: Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring
      3. Panis angelicus
      4. Ave verum corpus
      5. O salutaris hostia
      6. Faire Is The Heaven
      7. Ave Maria: Op 9b (H49)
      8. Ave Maria
      9. Maria Mater gratiae: Op 47, No 2
      10. Ave verum corpus: Op 2, No 1
      11. Ave Verum: K 618
      12. Ave maris stella
      13. Tantum ergo
      14. Hymne a la Vierge
      15. The Lord is my Shepherd: D 706
      16. The Hymn Of Praise, Op 52: I Waited For The Lord
      17. Cantique de Jean Racine: Op 11
      18. Nunc Dimittis: H 127

      Customer Reviews:

      3 out of 5 stars Panis Angelicus.......2001-02-22

      Good music and good singing but the title track and some others spoilt by poor balancing. With the volume set at a realistic level to enjoy the singing the organ playing the introduction and links between vocal passages is all but inaudible.
      Celestial Christmas: Special Collection Seasonal Music
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        1. Christmas Concerti

        ASIN: B000059WL7
        Release Date: 1996-10-14

        Tracks:

        1. Conditor alme siderum (excerpt) - Capella antiqua Munchen/Konrad Ruhland
        2. Intro: Domine ad adiuvandum me festina Deus in adiutorium from Marienvesper - Arnold-Schonberg Chor/Erwin G. Ortner/Tolzer Knabenchor/Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden/Choralschola der...
        3. L'Orfeo (excerpt) - Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        4. Fantasia: Three parts on a ground in D, Z.731 - Leonhardt-Consort/Gustav Leonhardt
        5. Da pacem Domine - Alsfelder Vokalensemble/Wolfgang Helbich
        6. Gloria patri et filio et spiritui sancto - Alsfelder Vokalensemble/Wolfgang Helbich
        7. Magnificat (excerpt) from Marienvesper - Arnold-Schonberg Chor/Erwin G. Ortner/Tolzer Knabenchor/Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden/Choralschola der...
        8. Fant from Ste No.2 in F - Leonhardt-Consort/Gustav Leonhardt
        9. Adagio from Capriccio stravagante - Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        10. In nomine from Ste No.3 in B - Leonhardt-Consort/Gustav Leonhardt
        11. Adagio from Capriccio stravagante - Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        12. Hymnus: Ave maris stella (excerpt) from Marienvesper - Arnold-Schonberg-Chor/Erwin G. Ortner/Tolzer Knabenchor/Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden/Choralschola der...
        13. Arioso from Capriccio for Hpd BWV 992 - Gustav Leonhardt
        14. Chorales 'Wie soll ich dich empfangen', 'Ach mein herzliebes Jesulein' & 'Wir singen dir in... - Wiener Sangerknaben & Chor Viennensis/Hans Gillesberger/Concentus musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        15. Sonatina from Cantata 106 - Leonhardt-Consort/Gustav Leonhardt
        16. Adagio from Con for Two Hpd in c BWV 1060 - Leonhardt-Consort/Gustav Leonhardt
        17. Chorale 'Herr, ich hoff' je, du werdest die in keiner Not verlassen' from Cantata 184 - Knabenchor Hannover/Heinz Hennig/Collegium Vocale Leitung/Philippe Herreweghe/Leonhardt-Consort...
        18. Largo e pno from Con grosso IV in a, op.6 No.4 - Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        19. Chorale 'Lobe den Herren, was in mir ist, lobe den Namen' from Cantata 137 - Toelzer Knabenchor/Genhardt Schmidt-Gaden/Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        20. Partitas 1, 2, 6 & 5 from Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetan - Siegfried Hildenbrand
        21. Chorales 'Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme' & 'Gloria sei dir gesungen' from Cantata 140 - Toelzer Knabenchor/Genhardt Schmidt-Gaden/Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        22. Chorale 'Jesus bleibet meine Freude' from Cantata 147 - Toelzer Knabenchor/Genhardt Schmidt-Gaden/Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        23. Var 1, 2 & 6 from Partita uber' Wenn wir in hocsten Noten sein' - Wilhelm Krumbach
        24. Chorale 'Dein ist allein die Ehre' from Cantata 41 - Wiener Sangerknaben & Chor Viennensis/Hans Gillesberger/Concentus musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        25. Chorale 'Alleluja! Gelobt sei Gott' from Cantata 110 - Toelzer Knabenchor/Genhardt Schmidt-Gaden/Concentus Musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        26. Dona nobis pacem from Mass in b BWV 232 - Arnold-Schonberg-Chor/Erwin G. Ortner/Concentus musicus Wien/Nikolaus Harnoncourt
        27. Var No.10 from Partite diverse sopra: Sei gegrut, Jesu gutig BWV 768 - Herbert Tachezi
        28. Aus meines Herzens Grunde - Wilhelm Krumbach

        Album Description

        Celestial Christmas is a richly textured musical tapestry that gracefully weaves together selections of sacred choral and instrumental music from the High Renaissance and Baroque eras. The recording journeys through moods of tenderness, solemnity, and joy, as expressed by Johann Sebastian Bach in the numerous choral selections from his Christmas oratorios and cantatas, including the beloved 'Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring' and 'Sleepers, Awake!' as well as the prayer for peace from the glorious 'Mass in B Minor'. Bach is also the featured composer in the many joyful instrumental pieces for harpsichord, flute, and organ. Also included in the program are many exceptionally beautiful pieces, both choral and instrumental, by Claudio Monteverdi, Orlande de Lassus, Henry Purcell, William Lawes, Carlo Farina, Johann Pachelbel, and Georg Friedrich Händel.
        Christmas Through The Ages
        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
        • Exquisite, with glimpses of a transcendental beauty
        • Probably of interest to purists & students
        Christmas Through The Ages

        Manufacturer: Hyperion UK
        ProductGroup: Music
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        ASIN: B00005QIUW
        Release Date: 2001-11-13

        Tracks:

        1. While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night
        2. Die Hirten Dem Felder - King's Consort
        3. Procedenti Puero - Sinfonye
        4. Riu, Riu Chiu
        5. Luz de Vuestros Ojos
        6. Presto from Sinfonia a Tre, Per il Santissimo Natale Op. 1 No. 12
        7. In the Bleak Mid-Winter - Westminster Cathedral Choir
        8. Salvator Noster - King's Consort
        9. In the Bleak Mid-Winter - Corydon Singers, Westminster Cathedral Choir
        10. Lully, Lulla, Thou Little Tiny Child (The Coventry Carol) Op. 25 No. 2
        11. Carol of the Children - Holst Singers
        12. There Is No Rose of Such Virtue
        13. O Magnum Mysterium - Westminster Cathedral Choir
        14. Omnes de Saba
        15. Allegro from the 'Christmas Concerto' Op. 6 No. 8
        16. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - Westminster Cathedral Choir
        17. Adieu des Bergers - Corydon Singers
        18. Die Ke ('Three Kings from Persian Lands Afar') Op. 8 No. 2
        19. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel - St. Paul's Cathedral Choir
        20. NoNo. 1 - Christopher Herrick
        21. Hodie Nobis de Coelo - Parley of Instruments, Westminster Cathedral Choir
        22. Quem Pastores Laudavere - Westminster Cathedral Choir
        23. God Is With Us (A Christmas Proclamation)

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars Exquisite, with glimpses of a transcendental beauty.......2003-09-19

        I can't believe it. This is the first "Christmas" disc I ever bought and am still regularly listening to ... nine months post-holiday, now!

        This collection is replete with sparks of worship and awe. The festive jaunt embarks on a well-executed, majestic baroque piece, slipping into some flitty operatics. The mood shifts from aristocratic regalism to rich, emotive ethnicity in the climactic, folk dance-feel of entries 3 & 4. The transition between the two is gorgeous. {Who compiled this disc? Give that wo/man a raise! I have never heard such juxtapositional mastery on any professional compilation before. Chillout comp "masters", listen and weep!!}

        Not only is this CD emotionally satiating with expert arrangement/transitions, it is well-balanced in style: from traditional to experimental, pointed to ethereal, instrumental to acapella ... voices male and female, youthful and mature. The frosty choral majesty of pockets No. 5 and interlude 9 through 13 bestow upon the listener such a sweet uplift into the spirit of praise. This inspirational thrust underlies a generous portion of this disc. For the first time in years I have decided upon a personal "favorite song", and that is #11. The "engagement ring diamond commercial" residue doesn't interfere too much with enjoying the effervescent, Vivaldi-ish No. 15. A few organ pieces are thrown in for good measure (the final, surprising one always evoking a good chuckle).

        While there are certainly many standouts I listen to far more regularly than other ballads, this is a solid disc of excellent, well-executed music. My muddled blabbering on here cannot do this CD justice. This is one of the very best CDs in my personal collection. The Hyperion Label should be very proud of this release. If you are seeking a festive potpourri of aural exaltation, the charming incense of Christmas Throughout the Ages will not disappoint.

        Incidentally, the track listing on Amazon is currently inaccurate - either that, or they have the wrong title and cover art for their product number here. Yikes! In the interim, go to the Hyperion-Records UK website to see the real list until Amazon rectifies this listing.

        I have reviewed:

        Thomas Clark of Canterbury (1775-1859)
        While shepherds watched their flocks by night [3'40]
        Psalmody, The Parley of Instruments / Peter Holman
        From Christmas Music from English Parish Churches, 1740-1830 (CDA66924)
        Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672)

        Die Hirten auf dem Felder [1'27]
        The King's Consort / Robert King
        Soloists: James Bowman, Jonathan Kenny countertenors, Mark Padmore tenor
        From The Christmas Story (CDA66398)
        Anonymous medieval English

        Procedenti puero [1'44]
        Sinfonye / Stevie Wishart
        Soloists: Vivian Ellis, Jocelyn West sopranos
        From Gabriel's Greeting (CDA66685)
        Spanish traditional

        Riu, riu chiu [2'17]
        The Sixteen / Harry Christophers
        Soloist: Christopher Hodges bass
        From Christmas Music From Medieval and Renaissance Europe (CDA66263)
        Francisco Guerrero (1528-1599)

        La luz de vuestros ojos [2'13]
        A Capella Portuguesa / Owen Rees
        From Masters of the Chapel Royal, Lisbon (CDA66725)
        Giuseppe Valentini (1680-1759)

        Presto from Sinfonia a tre, per Il Santissimo Natale Op 1 No 12 [3'58]
        Northwest Chamber Orchestra of Seattle / Alun Francis
        From Baroque Christmas Music (CDH55048)
        Harold Darke (1888-1976)

        In the bleak mid-winter [4'59]
        Westminster Cathedral Choir / James O'Donnell
        soloists: Aaron Webber treble, Matthew Vine tenor
        From Adeste fidelis (CDA66668)
        Giovanni Gabrieli (c1555-1612)

        Salvator noster [4'17]
        The King's Consort / Robert King
        From The Christmas Story (CDA66398)
        Benjamin Britten (1913-1976)

        In the bleak mid-winter [4'59]
        Corydon Singers / Westminster Cathedral Choristers / Matthew Best
        From A Boy was Born (CDA66126)
        Traditional, arranged by Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988)

        Lully, lulla, thou little tiny child (The Coventry Carol) Op 25 No 2 [3'17]
        Polyphony / Stephen Layton
        Soloist: Emma Preston Dunlop soprano
        From O Magnum Mysterium (CDA66925)
        John Rutter (b1945)

        Carol of the Children [3'14]
        Holst Singers / Stephen Layton
        From Music for Christmas by John Rutter (CDA67245)
        Benjamin Britten (1913-1976)

        There is no rose of such virtue [2'36]
        Westminster Cathedral Choristers, Sioned Williams harp / David Hill
        From A Ceremony of Carols (CDA66220)
        Francis Poulenc (1899-1963)

        O magnum mysterium [3'23]
        Westminster Cathedral Choir / James O'Donnell
        From Poulenc Mass and Motets (CDA66664)
        Orlandus Lassus (1532-1594)

        Omnes de Saba [3'17]
        The Sixteen / Harry Christophers
        From Christmas Music From Medieval and Renaissance Europe (CDA66263)
        Arcangelo Corelli (1653-1713)

        Allegro from the `Christmas Concerto' Op 6 No 8 [2'17]
        The Brandenburg Consort / Roy Goodman
        From Corelli Concerti Grossi Op 6 (CDD22011)
        Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847), arranged by Philip Ledger (b1937)

        Hark, the herald angels sing [3'10]
        Westminster Cathedral Choir, Iain Simcock organ / James O'Donnell
        From Adeste fidelis (CDA66668)
        Hector Berlioz (1803-1869)

        L'Adieu des Bergers [4'46]
        Corydon Singers, Corydon Orchestra / Matthew Best
        From L'Enfance du Christ (CDA66991/2)
        Peter Cornelius (1824-1874)

        Die Könige (`Three Kings from Persian lands afar') Op 8 No 2 [2'54]
        Polyphony / Stephen Layton
        Soloist: Robert Rice tenor

        From Choral Music by Peter Cornelius (CDA67206)
        Traditional, arranged by Andrew Carter (b1939)

        O come, o come, Emmanuel [4'01]
        St Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Lucas organ / John Scott
        From Advent at St Paul's (CDA66994)
        Louis-Claude Daquin (1694-1772)

        Noël No 1 [2'34]
        Christopher Herrick organ of St Rémy, Dieppe
        From Daquin's Twelve Noëls (CDA66816)
        Pedro de Cristo (c1550-1618)

        Hodie nobis de coelo [2'18]
        Westminster Cathedral Choir / James O'Donnell
        From Masterpieces of Portuguese Polyphony (CDA66512)
        Michael Praetorius (c1571-1621)

        Quem pastores laudavere [6'27]
        Westminster Cathedral Choir, The Parley of Instruments / David Hill
        From Christmas Music by Michael Praetorius (CDA66200)
        John Tavener (b1944)

        God is with us: A Christmas Proclamation [5'27]
        St George's Chapel Choir, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd organ / Christopher Robinson
        Soloist: James Oxley tenor
        From Sacred Music by John Tavener (CDA66464)

        3 out of 5 stars Probably of interest to purists & students.......2002-12-05

        I sure don't want to imply that this is a poor album. If you like classical music, you'll find much to enrich your soul here. However, when one considers the huge choice of classical Christmas offerings, this one just doesn't strike me as being above average for the genre.

        For a larger overview of great classical Christmas music, I think "Christmas Adagios" is much more satisfying. "Christmas With Chanicleer" and "The #1 Christmas Album" are other highly pleasing and comprehensive collections, each with more that is familiar and can be related with.

        However, if you have the chance to sample this, do so. But I do advise listening and comparing with other sets before buying.
        CHRISTMAS at King's College
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • 4 Disc tour de' force of "high church" Christmas music
        CHRISTMAS at King's College

        Manufacturer: EMI Classics
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        5. Carols From King's / Choir of King's College, Cambridge · Stephen Cleobury

        ASIN: B000009RSR
        Release Date: 1998-09-15

        Tracks:

        1. Once In Royal David's City - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        2. O Little Town Of Bethlehem - Palestrina
        3. The First Nowell - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        4. I Saw Three Ships - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        5. Personent hodie - Byrd
        6. Myn Lyking - Byrd
        7. A Spotless Rose - Gibbons
        8. Away In A Manger - Weelkes
        9. I Sing Of A Maiden - Weelkes
        10. O Come, O Come Emmanuel - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        11. While Shepherds Watched - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        12. Up! Good Christian Folk And Listen - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        13. In The Bleak Midwinter - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        14. Silent Night - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        15. The Holly And The Ivy - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        16. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear - Taylor
        17. The Three Kings - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        18. On Christmas Night - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        19. A Child Is Born In Bethlehem - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        20. In dulci jubilo - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        21. O Come, All Ye Faithful - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        22. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - Warlock

        Tracks:

        1. Once In Royal David's City - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        2. Bidding Prayer - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        3. Resonet in laudibus - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        4. Genesis 3 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        5. Adam lay ybounden - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        6. Sussex Carol - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        7. Isaiah 9 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        8. Joseph And Mary - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        9. St Luke 1 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        10. A Maiden Most Gentle - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        11. St Luke 2 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        12. Stille Nacht! - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        13. Chester Carol - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        14. St Luke 2 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        15. Angels, From The Realms Of Glory - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        16. St Matthew 2 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        17. A Babe Is Born - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        18. St John 1 - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        19. O Come, All Ye Faithful - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        20. Collect For Christmas Eve And The Blessing - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        21. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - King's College Choir, Cambridge
        22. In dulci jubilo - King's College Choir, Cambridge

        Tracks:

        1. Hodie Christus natus est - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        2. Hodie Christus natus est - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        3. O magnum mysterium - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        4. Senex puerum portabat - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        5. Senex puerum portabat - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        6. Hodie beata virgo - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        7. Hosanna To The Son Of David - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        8. Hosanna To The Sun Of DAvid - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        9. Gloria in excelsis Deo - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        10. When To The Temple Mary Went - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        11. Nowell! Nowell! Nowell! - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        12. The Holly And The Ivy - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        13. Angelus ad virginem - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        14. Angelus ad virginem - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        15. I Sing Of A Maiden - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        16. Watt's Cradle Song - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        17. My Dancing Day - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        18. Sing A Song Of Joy - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        19. Jesus Christ The Apple Tree - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        20. Most Glorious Lord Of Life - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        21. That Lord That Lay In Asse Stall - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger
        22. Where Riches Is Everlastingly - King's College Choir - Philip Ledger

        Tracks:

        1. I Look From Afar - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        2. Come, Thou Redeemer Of The Earth - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        3. Isaiah 40: 1 - 8 - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        4. Drop Down, Ye Heavens, From Above - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        5. Jeremiah 23: 5 - 6 - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        6. O Come, O Come Emmanuel! - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        7. Haggai 2: 6 - 9 - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        8. Up, Awake And Away! - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        9. All And Some - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        10. Isaiah 35: 1 - 6 - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        11. 'Twas In The Year - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        12. The Cherry Tree Carol - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        13. King Jesus Has A Garden - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        14. On Jordan's Bank The Baptist's Cry - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        15. St. Luke 1: 26 - 35 And 38 - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        16. Gabriel's Message - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        17. Wake, O Wake! With Tidings Thrilling - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        18. St. Mark 1: 1 - 4a And 7 -15 - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        19. I Wonder As I Wander - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        20. My Dancing Day - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        21. Judah And Jerusalem, Fear Not - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        22. Prayers And Blessing - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        23. Lo! He Comes With Clouds Descending - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
        24. Nun komm', der Heiden Heiland - The Choir Of King's College, Cambridge

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars 4 Disc tour de' force of "high church" Christmas music.......2003-04-19

        It's in there.. this is a great collection of Anglican Cathedral Christmas music. Highly recommended.
        Bach J.S: Passions, Christmas Oratorio, Motets
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Bach J.S: Passions, Christmas Oratorio, Motets
          Giebel , Krebs , Werner , and Pforzheim Chamber Orchestra
          Manufacturer: Warner Classics
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
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          1. Bach J.S: Cantatas V.2
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          ASIN: B0002M1DF2
          Release Date: 2005-08-17

          Tracks:

          1. St. John Passion, Bwv 245
          2. Singet Dem Herm Ein Neues Lied, Bwv 225
          3. Der Geist Hilft Unser Schwachheit Auf, Bwv 226
          4. Lobet Den Herm, Alle Heiden, Bwv 230
          5. St. Matthew Passion, Bwv 244
          6. Herz Und Mund Tat Und Leben, Bwv 147
          7. Christmas Oratorio, Bwv 248
          8. Furchte Dich Nicht, Ich Bin Bei Dir, Bwv 228
          9. Komm, Jesu, Komm, Bwv 229
          10. O Jesu Christ, Mein's Lebens Licht, Bwv 118
          11. Mass In B Minor, Bwv 232
          12. Jesu, Meine Freude, Bwv 227

          Music Track:

          1. Bach/Walther: Concertos Transcribed for the Keyboard
          2. Beethoven: Sonatas for piano No14; Sonatas for piano No29
          3. Birgit Nilsson [Enhanced]
          4. Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem / Lott, Elms; Hickox
          5. Brahms: Sinfonia No. 1, Op. 68 / Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings
          6. Brahms: Sonata in F minor, Op. 5; Two Rhapsodies, Op. 79
          7. Broken Boundaries
          8. Bruch: Octet; Quintet in Am
          9. Caruso Edition 1
          10. Caruso Edition, Vol.IV

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