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Weihnachten in Österreich
With his composition „O Jubel, O Freud“ (O Jubilation, O Joy) Alfred Bösendorfer invites us to spend Christmas in Austria. After a festive intro in baroque style, we hear one of the most famous German-language lullabies with its melody from Salzburg: “Still, still, still” (quiet, quiet, quiet). As the lyrics demand silence so the baby can sleep, this passage requires very soft and tender performance. A short intermezzo in 3/4 time leads us to the traditional Austrian Christmas song “Da droben vom Berge” (from the high mountain). Alfred Bösendorfer presents this folk tune in a compelling manner, depicting a beautiful, snowy alpine world. After the short, cheerful waltz “Auf, steh auf!” (Stand up!), a splendid “Gloria” in baroque style leads the Alpine Christmas experience to a festive conclusion.
Alfred Bösendorfer created a technically easy and attractively arranged piece that despite of its simplicity offers many possibilities for musical elaboration. With an optional monophonic vocal part, “O Jubel, O Freud” can be performed with vocals by children’s or youth choir.

1. Still, still, still
2. Da droben vom Berge
3. Auf, steh' auf

eXplora Grade 2
eXplora disc 15


Grade Level GB: 1-2
Grade Level USA: 1+ (easy)
Composer: Bösendorfer, Alfred
Genre: + Vocal (ad lib.), Music for Christmas
Performance time: 00:04:50
Publisher: Rundel
Size: A4
Info: Full Score + Parts
Rundel Order Number: MVSR7057
Release Date: 2016