Christmas, Limelight

Noël! Noël!
Madison Nonoa s, Australian Brandenburg Choir, Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, Paul Dyer hpsd/cond 
ABC Classics 4816490

The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra’s Noël Noël has become something of a tradition for concertgoers in December, with programmes carefully thought out and musicianship at the highest of standards. This release, a live capture of the 2016 carol extravaganza, features emerging New Zealand soprano Madison Nonoa in impressive voice, one to watch out for indeed.

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