Christmas in Vienna III
Plácido Domingo · 1995
60 min · 14 tracks · opera
A lush blend of operatic vocals and traditional carols that evoke the warmth and spirit of the holiday season.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Ave Maria — Domingo's rendition of Ave Maria showcases his operatic prowess, blending emotional depth with a serene arrangement that highlights the beauty of the melody.
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Carol of the Bells — The vibrant orchestration combined with Domingo's powerful vocal delivery transforms this familiar carol into a dynamic showcase of choral harmony and festive spirit.
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Stille Nacht / Silent Night / Noche de paz — This medley emphasizes cross-cultural musical connections, with Domingo masterfully weaving together different languages and traditions to celebrate the universal themes of peace and hope during Christmas.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm holiday spirit and nostalgia
- operatic vocals for cozy evenings
- dynamic pacing with festive peaks
- sing-along joy with loved ones
Maybe skip if you
- dislike traditional seasonal music
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album contributed to Domingo's wider recognition in classical crossover and holiday music.
- Themes
- Viennese holiday spirit· cross-cultural carols· operatic warmth
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Christmas in Vienna III marked a continuation of Plácido Domingo's successful foray into classical crossover and holiday music. Following the acclaimed Christmas in Vienna I and II, this album further cemented Domingo's status as a versatile artist capable of bridging opera with popular festive traditions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Luciano Pavarotti· José Carreras· Renée Fleming
Tracklist
- 1 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Start here 4:35
- 2 Noëls d’autrefois 6:05
- 3 When a Child Is Born 3:33
- 4 A Very Private Christmas 2:55
- 5 Ave Maria 4:51
- 6 Carol of the Bells 1:55
- 7 Es ist ein Ros entsprungen / Det hev ei Rose sprunge 3:33
- 8 Un enfant est né 2:59
- 9 I’ll Walk With God 3:16
- 10 Un enfant de toi pour Noël / My Own Child for Christmas From You 3:30
- 11 The Twelve Days of Christmas 4:23
- 12 Medley: It’s Christmas Time All Over the World / Auld Lang Syne / Let It Snow! / Let There Be Peace on Earth / We Wish You a Merry Christmas 8:27
- 13 Kum Bah Yah, My Lord 4:00
- 14 Stille Nacht / Silent Night / Noche de paz 5:58
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
My Christmas
Andrea Bocelli
Combines operatic vocals with holiday classics, creating a warm festive atmosphere.
Noël
Josh Groban
Features rich vocal performances of Christmas standards, blending pop and classical influences.
The Christmas Collection
Il Divo
Offers lush harmonies and operatic interpretations of traditional carols in a holiday context.
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