Experience the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Carol of the Bells - Christmas at St. Paul's," a captivating album by the renowned St. Paul's Cathedral Choir. This stunning collection of 32 tracks, released on December 14, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols that will fill your home with the spirit of the season.
The album features a rich tapestry of beloved classics and hidden gems, performed with the unparalleled skill and beauty that only the St. Paul's Cathedral Choir can deliver. From the lively and iconic "Carol of the Bells" to the serene and contemplative "In the Bleak Midwinter," each track is a testament to the choir's exceptional talent and the enduring magic of Christmas music.
Highlights include the joyous "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," the hauntingly beautiful "Coventry Carol," and the timeless "Silent Night." The choir also presents lesser-known but equally enchanting pieces such as "Gaudete," "I Sing Of A Maiden," and "The Shepherd's Farewell" from "L'Enfance du Christ." The album concludes with a poignant rendition of "The Three Kings," arranged by Atkins for bass and choir, leaving a lasting impression of the season's true meaning.
Under the direction of Andrew Carwood, the St. Paul's Cathedral Choir brings over 900 years of musical tradition to life, making this album a cherished addition to any holiday collection. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet evening by the fireplace, "Carol of the Bells - Christmas at St. Paul's" is the perfect accompaniment to your Christmas celebrations.
Carol Of The BellsMykola Leontovych, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Coventry CarolAnonymous, John Scott, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, Cantata BWV 147: Jesu Joy Of Man's DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Neil Black, English Chamber Orchestra, Barry Rose
In The Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
O Come All Ye FaithfulJohn Francis Wade, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Ding Dong! Merrily On HighTraditional, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Lully, Lulla, LullayPhilip Stopford, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
GaudeteAnonymous, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Once In Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Nathaniel Morley, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Ave Maria, D.839Franz Schubert, Kiri Te Kanawa, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Thelma Owen, English Chamber Orchestra, Barry Rose
O Little Town Of BethlehemAnonymous, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
A New Year CarolBenjamin Britten, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
All Bells In ParadiseJohn Rutter, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
There Is No RoseGraham J. Ellis, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
L'Enfance du Christ, Op.25 - English Version: The Shepherd's FarewellHector Berlioz, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
I Sing Of A MaidenPatrick Hadley, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Adam Lay YboundenBoris Ord, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Angelus Ad VirginemAnonymous, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Benedicamus DominoPeter Warlock, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: BalulalowBenjamin Britten, Anthony Way, Lucy Wakeford, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, English Chamber Orchestra
The Lord Bless You and Keep YouJohn Rutter, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Do You Hear What I Hear?Noël Regney, Gloria Shayne, Anthony Way, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, English Chamber Orchestra, John Scott
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Arr. Carter for Choir & Organ)Anonymous, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
Sussex Carol (On Christmas Night)Traditional, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, English Chamber Orchestra, John Scott
In the Bleak MidwinterHarold Darke, Anthony Way, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, English Chamber Orchestra, John Scott
Away In A MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, Anthony Way, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, English Chamber Orchestra
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Anthony Way, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, English Chamber Orchestra
See Amid The Winter's SnowJohn Goss, Anthony Way, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, English Chamber Orchestra, John Scott
Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: III. The Three Kings (Arr. Atkins for Bass and Choir)Peter Cornelius, John Scott, Jonathan Arnold, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir
The St. Paul's Cathedral Choir is a world-renowned ensemble celebrated for its exceptional choral performances and rich musical heritage. Comprising 30 boy treble choristers and a team of professional musicians, the choir is renowned for its annual performances of Handel's Messiah and Bach's St. Matthew Passion, as well as its captivating carol services during Advent and Christmas. Beyond their regular services at the cathedral, the choir members travel globally, sharing their extraordinary talent and gaining a first-class education at the Cathedral School. Their recordings, spanning cherished hymns and choral masterpieces, bring the majestic sound of St. Paul's Cathedral into homes around the world, offering a meditative and reflective experience. With a dedicated team of conductors, performers, and educators, the St. Paul's Cathedral Choir continues to set the standard for choral excellence.
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