Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, as they present "Carols from King's – The 50 Best Christmas Carols." This exquisite collection, released on December 5, 2022, under Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group, is a celebration of timeless choral classics and beloved Christmas carols. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 25 minutes, this album is a testament to the choir's renowned artistry and the rich tradition of Christmas music.
Featuring arrangements by esteemed composers such as Sir David Willcocks, John Rutter, and Stephen Cleobury, the album showcases a diverse repertoire that includes both well-known favorites and lesser-known gems. From the joyous "Joy to the World" to the hauntingly beautiful "In the Bleak Midwinter," each track is performed with the precision and passion that the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, is celebrated for.
The album is a harmonious blend of traditional carols and choral masterpieces, offering a musical journey through the Christmas season. Highlights include the stirring "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," the serene "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," and the enchanting "A Ceremony of Carols" by Benjamin Britten. The choir's ethereal voices bring a sense of warmth and wonder to each piece, making this album a perfect accompaniment to the festive season.
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or simply looking to enhance your holiday playlist, "Carols from King's – The 50 Best Christmas Carols" is a must-listen. The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, delivers a performance that is both technically impeccable and deeply moving, capturing the essence of Christmas in every note.
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Tracks
Silent Night (Arr. Willcocks)Franz Xaver Gruber, Sir David Willcocks, Stephen Varcoe, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Joy to the World (Arr. John Rutter)Anonymous, Stephen Cleobury, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Away in a Manger (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)John Tavener, Stephen Cleobury, Sebastian Johns, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ding Dong! Merrily on High (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)Traditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Gabriel's Message (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)Traditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Child Is Born in Bethlehem (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Samuel Scheidt, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw Three Ships (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Stephen Cleobury, Adrian Kelly, Edward Moore, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Nowell! Nowell! Nowell! (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Elizabeth Maconchy, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Felix Mendelssohn, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, The Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Benjamin Bayl, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Congregation
Hosanna to the Son of David (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Orlando Gibbons, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Angels and the Shepherds (Arr. C. H. Trevor)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw a Maiden (Arr. Edgar Pettman)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
What Child Is This (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)Traditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: III. The KingsPeter Cornelius, Sir David Willcocks, Stephen Varcoe, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hymn to St Cecilia, Op. 27Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Maiden Most Gentle (Arr. Andrew Carter)Traditional, Sir Philip Legder, Thomas Trotter, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Lamb (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)John Tavener, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In the Bleak Midwinter, H. 73 No. 1Gustav Holst, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In dulci jubilo (Arr. R. L. Pearsall)Traditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Herr Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 601Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Davis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Sussex Carol (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, John Wells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ave verum corpus, T 92William Byrd, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Dormi Jesu (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)John Rutter, Stephen Cleobury, Benjamin Bayl, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Jubilate Deo (Arr. Philip Ledger)Benjamin Britten, Philip Ledger, James Lancelot, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Jesus Christ the Apple Tree (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Elizabeth Poston, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
As with Gladness Men of Old (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Conrad Kocher, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Great and Mighty Wonder (Arr. Stephen Cleobury)Traditional, Stephen Cleobury, Jonathan Allen, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
See Amid the Winter's Snow (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)John Goss, Stephen Cleobury, Jon Wimpeney, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Wonder as I Wander (Arr. Andrew Carter)John Jacob Niles, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Whence Is That Goodly Fragrance Flowing? (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Holly and the Ivy (Arr. Walford Davies)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Little Town of Bethlehem (Arr. Philip Ledger)Traditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear (Arr. Arthur Sullivan)Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, John Wells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Cherry-Tree Carol (Arr. Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols Op. 28: I. ProcessionBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: II. Wolcom Yole!Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: III. There Is No RoseBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: IVa. That yongë childBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: IVb. BalulalowBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: V. BalulalowBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: VI. As Dew in AprilleBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: VII. This Little BabeBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: VIII. Interlude (Andante pastorale)Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: IX. In Freezing Winter NightBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: X. Spring CarolBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: XI. Deo Gracias!Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: XII. RecessionBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Angels from the Realms of Glory (Arr. Philip Ledger)Traditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge