Hodie Christus natus est

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Published: December 9, 2015 at 12:00 am

Words: Traditional

Music: Francis Poulenc

Poulenc’s joyous Hodie Christus Natus Est brings the Frenchman’s set of Four Christmas Motets to an ebulliently rowdy conclusion. We start off with a rare moment of glory for the altos, who boldly sing out the opening ‘Hodie Christus Natus Est!’ and that sets the ball rolling. After that, it’s fast-paced fun all the way – you won’t find a more uplifting festive listen than this.

December 4: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen!

December 5: The Sans Day Carol

December 7: No Small Wonder

December 8: The Little Road to Bethlehem

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