Description
Szent Karácsony – Hungarian Christmas Reflections | CD Album (Literary, Sacred, Classical, Vocal)
Made in Hungary
UPC: 5999517270172
Label: Convention Budapest Classic
Product Type: Audio CD (Studio Album)
Country: Hungary / Language: Hungarian / Magyar
Genre: Christmas, Sacred, Vocal, Hungarian Poetry, Classical
Total Playing Time: 49:25
Total Tracks: 18
Overview
Szent Karácsony ("Holy Christmas") is a beautifully crafted Hungarian Christmas album that interweaves literary masterpieces, cherished carols, and sacred classical works. Performed by acclaimed Hungarian artists Kertesi Ingrid, Kútvölgyi Erzsébet, Ella István, and Zubornyák Zoltán, this album offers a rich spiritual and cultural experience. Listeners will be moved by iconic poems from Ady Endre, József Attila, Pilinszky János, and Kányádi Sándor, as well as exquisite renditions of Bach, Liszt, and Esterházy Pál. The program is a perfect blend of narration, choral singing, and instrumental music, evoking the timeless wonder and hope of Christmas.
Product Features
- Format: Audio CD
- Track Count: 18
- Performers: Recorded in Hungary
- Kertesi Ingrid: vocals (3, 5, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17)
- Kútvölgyi Erzsébet: narration/vocals (4, 6, 12, 18)
- Ella István: organ, piano (2, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17)
- Zubornyák Zoltán: narration/vocals (1, 7, 8, 13, 16)
- Genre: Christmas, Sacred, Poetry, Classical, Vocal
- Ideal For: Advent, Christmas celebrations, literary evenings, and spiritual reflection
Interesting Facts
Literary and Musical Gems
- The album features some of Hungary’s most beloved Christmas poems, including Ady Endre’s "Karácsony – Harang csendül" and József Attila’s "Betlehemi királyok," blending literary artistry with musical tradition.
- Listeners will enjoy Christmas carols like "Pásztorok, pásztorok," "Mennyből az angyal," and the world-renowned "Csendes éj" ("Silent Night").
Classical Christmas Masterpieces
- The sacred atmosphere is enhanced with works by Johann Sebastian Bach (C-dúr prelúdium és fúga, Pastorella), Liszt Ferenc, Giulio Caccini ("Ave Maria"), and Esterházy Pál.
- The album’s structure alternates between spoken word, vocal solos, and organ or piano interludes, creating a reflective, contemplative journey.
Celebrated Artists
- Kertesi Ingrid is a renowned Hungarian soprano, known for her performances in opera and sacred music.
- Kútvölgyi Erzsébet and Zubornyák Zoltán are beloved for their literary recitations and evocative narration.
- Ella István is a highly respected organist, bringing warmth and depth to the album’s musical selections.
Track Listing
- Ady Endre: Karácsony – Harang csendül (részlet) – 10:09
- J. S. Bach: C-dúr prelúdium és fúga BWV 547 – 1:28
- Pásztorok, pásztorok – 1:33
- József Attila: Betlehemi királyok – 2:17
- Esterházy Pál: Jesu dulcedo – 0:58
- Ady Endre: Kis, karácsonyi ének –
- Kányádi Sándor: Isten háta mögött / J. S. Bach: Pastorella BWV 590 III. tétel / Pilinszky János: A fényességes angyal is / Emlékezés egy világháborús karácsonyra / J. S. Bach: Pastorella BWV 590 II. tétel – 5:55
- Ady Endre: Karácsony – Harang csendül – 2:35
- Liszt Ferenc: Karácsony – IV. tétel – 1:45
- Mennyből az angyal – 2:41
- Liszt: Karácsony III. tétel –
- Reviczky Gyula: Karácsonykor – 3:46
- Franz Gruber: Csendes éj – 0:53
- Reményik Sándor: A karácsonyfa énekel – 3:00
- Esterházy Pál: Ave maris stella – 1:41
- Esterházy Pál: Dormi Jesu – 2:08
- Pálóczy Horváth Ádám: Örvendjetek, keresztyének – 4:46
- Giulio Caccini: Ave Maria – 0:51
- Ady Endre: Karácsony – Harang csendül (részlet) – 0:47
Publishers
Produced and released by Convention Budapest Classic.
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