O Holy Night (Cantique de Noel – original key)
Composers:- Adam, Adolphe
- Harris, Arthur
Duration: 4
Description:
Adolphe Adam�s (1803-1856) ever popular Oh Holy Night was penned in 1847 and has remained a classic holiday carol ever since. The text comes from French poet Placide Cappeau�s Christmas poem, to commemorate the 1843 renovation of Roquemaure church�s pipe organ. It premiered in Roquemaure in 1847, sung by opera singer Emily Laurey. This arrangement by Adam Harris includes full orchestra and mixed chorus. Instrumentation: 2+Picc.2.2+BCl.2+CBsn: 4.3.3.1: Timp.Perc(2): Hp: Str (9-8-7-6-5 in set): SATB Chor.