Its unity is apparent within the music itself, through Bach's use of key signatures. The first part - for Christmas Day - describes the Birth of Jesus, the second - for 26 December - the annunciation to the shepherds, the third - 27 December - the adoration of the shepherds, the fourth - New Year's Day - the circumcision and naming of Jesus, the fifth - for the first Sunday after New Year - the journey of the Magi, and the sixth - for Epiphany - the adoration of the Magi.ĭespite being conceived in six parts, the composer clearly envisaged the work to be heard as one united whole. The Christmas Oratorio is in six parts, each of them being intended for performance on one of the major feast days of the Christmas period. He took the majority of the choruses and arias from earlier secular works and gave them new words. In the days leading up to Christmas last year, Amazon Music listeners requested holiday music more than 11 million times per day, and nearly 8,000 times per minute worldwide, and we can’t wait to see that trend continue.For the Christmas Oratorio, Bach cleverly used music he had already composed, adapting it for a new purpose. “This holiday season, it’s important for us to bring our customers more reasons to smile, and to create ways for them to connect with their favorite artists while at home with family,” said Ryan Redington, VP of Music Industry at Amazon Music. “Our customers are requesting holiday music more and more each year. “’Favorite Time of Year’ is a joyful, super happy and fun Christmas song because it is about all of the things that make you happy this time of year, and it puts you in the mood to celebrate,” said Carrie Underwood. “I can’t help but smile when I sing it, it just brightens my day and I’m thrilled to share it today only on Amazon Music.” Blige. “It’s one of the most unique holiday songs, and I’m excited for my fans to hear my take on it this holiday season on Amazon Music.” With her upcoming new album, 'The Debut', multi-platinum recording artist, Jackie Evancho will match her extraordinary voice. Jackie Evancho to Release Album of Broadway’s New American Songbook ‘The Debut’. “I’ve always loved how ‘Last Christmas’ walks the line between being upbeat and heartbroken - all while still remaining one of the catchiest holiday songs,” said Mary J. Writing’s on the Wall Official Music Video. I hope my fans join me in reaching out to the communities and organizations they care about, to help spread joy to those who need it most.” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ has always been one of my favorite songs to celebrate the holidays, and I’m excited to team up with Amazon Music to share my own version, with my fans,” said Justin Bieber. “I’m so thankful to be able to spend the season with loved ones, and to also use this opportunity to give back to LIFT, Inner-City Arts and Alexandria House: three incredible organizations that I’ve supported in the past. This is part of a larger Delivering Smiles holiday campaign recently announced, with Amazon donating millions of items through product and monetary donations to over one thousand charities worldwide. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, and Boys & Girls Clubs of America, to fulfill each organization’s AmazonSmile Charity Lists and donate tens of thousands of items. Blige Center for Women and Girls, Monroe Carell Jr. These artists have identified non-profits including Alexandria House, Inner-City Arts, LIFT, Westchester Jewish Community Services’ Mary J. J Balvin just broke a new Guinness World Record for making history at the 21st annual Latin Grammys as the most nominated artist in a single year, Billboard has learned.
Christian pop duo Joel and Luke Smallbones 2020 Christmas album includes songs that provide spiritual hope, such as 'O Come, O Come Emmanual' and. To spread holiday cheer even further, Bieber, Blige, Underwood and Katy Perry have teamed up with Amazon and its “Delivering Smiles” holiday campaign, to give back to charitable organizations and the communities they serve this season. 9 A Drummer Boy Christmas, by For King & Country. Blige’s take on Wham’s “Last Christmas,” Bieber’s rendition of Brenda Lee’s classic “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” Carrie Underwood and her new, original composition “Favorite Time of Year” (also featured on her new album), British singer Jess Glynne shares her take on Donny Hathaway’s “This Christmas,” and José Feliciano will soon release a reimagined version of his song “Feliz Navidad,” to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the crossover hit. Blige, Justin Bieber, Jose Feliciano, Jess Glynne and many more artists have recorded exclusive holiday songs for Amazon, the company announced Thursday.
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