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!