Robert De Cormier
A Counterpoint Christmas
A magnificent and unusual holiday performance makes this the video to put you in the mood for Christmas or give you programming ideas. The Choral Excellence Series has joined legendary choral conductor and arranger Robert De Cormier to produce a A Counterpoint Christmas -- a fanciful journey around the world during the holiday season. Selections include familiar and less-familiar melodies and carols from around the world ending with the splendid suite of Argentinean Carols, Navidad Nuestra, by Ariel Ramirez. This beautifully-produced DVD will put you in the spirit of the season while presenting a unique collection of exciting Christmas music. If you are looking for something new this holiday season, a Counterpoint Christmas will be a great selection. If you are a teacher needing an activity for a substitute to use, this is a worthwhile way for your singers to spend a class period!
Enjoy a unique holiday performance with Counterpoint
ACC_4Video Contents
Section 1: Opening
1.0 Jingle Bells, Ritsch, Ratsch, Filibom! (trad. Swedish)
Section 2: Carols and Lullabies, Conrad Susa
2.0 ¡Oh, mi Belén! • 2.1 El Desembre Congelat
2.2 Alegría •
2.3 A la Nanita Nana
2.4 Las Posadas •
2.5 Campana sobre Campana
2.6 En Belén Tocan a Fuego •
2.7 El Noi de la Mare
2.8 Chiquirriquitín •
2.9 El Rorro
Section 3: International Carols
3.0 Away in a Manger (trad.)
3.1 The Song of the Women
3.2 The Souling Song (trad. English)
Section 4: Navidad Nuestra, Ariel Ramirez
4.0 La Anunciacion •
4.1 La Peregrinacion
4.2 El Nacimiento •
4.3 Los Pastores
4.4 Los Reyes Magos •
4.5 La Huida
Section 5: Closing
5.0 Betelehemu
"The depth, energy, and inspiration of Don Neuen's classes come alive on these videos. The comprehensiveness of technique and artistic musicianship will be valuable to the novice AND the professional conductor."• Dr. John Boozer