Scoring: Soli SB, Coro SATB, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, Eh, 2 Clt, 2 Fg, 2 Cor, 2 Tr, 3 Trb, Timp, 2 Vl, Va, Vc, Cb, Org, Arpa

Der Stern von Bethlehem is based on a text by Rheinberger’s wife. The composer created an impressive portrayal of the well-known story in nine movements. His masterly compositional style demands a confident, but precisely-judged choral sound, particularly in the louder, more imposing movements. There is always the threat of insecure hesitancy here.

Please note that the perf...