Experience the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Christmas Carols from Westminster Abbey" by The Choir Of Westminster Abbey. Released in 2010 on Griffin Records, this exquisite collection of choral music captures the essence of Christmas with a delightful and unusual selection of carols. Spanning a duration of one hour and four minutes, the album features 21 timeless tracks, each beautifully performed by the renowned choir.
From the familiar and beloved "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World" to lesser-known gems like "The Zither Carol" and "Jesus Christ the Apple Tree," this album offers a rich tapestry of Christmas music. The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, under the direction of Martin Neary, brings their unparalleled vocal prowess to each song, creating a serene and festive atmosphere that is perfect for the holiday season.
Whether you're looking to set the mood for a cozy night in or to add a touch of elegance to your Christmas celebrations, "Christmas Carols from Westminster Abbey" is an album that will become a cherished part of your holiday traditions. The choir's harmonious voices and the careful selection of carols make this album a standout choice for anyone seeking a truly enchanting Christmas listening experience.
2010 Griffin Records2010 Griffin Records
Tracks
Hark! The Herald Angels singFelix Mendelssohn & desc David Willcocks, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Once in Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, harm Arthur Henry Mann & desc David Willcocks, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Ding dong! Merrily on highCharles Wood, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
The Coventry CarolTrad, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Away in a mangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, harm Martin Neary, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
O Little town of Bethlehemarr Vaughan Williams & desc Thomas Armstrong, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber & arr Martin Neary, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
In the bleak midwinterHarold Darke, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
O Come, all ye faithfulTrad.; Arr. David Willcocks, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
The Zither Caroltrad arr Malcolm Sargent, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Joy to the worldLowell Mason & arr John Rutter, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
In dulce jubiloarr Richard Pearsall & ed. Reginald Jacques, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Good King Wenceslastrad arr Reginald Jacques, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
I saw three shipsTrad.; Arr. David Willcocks, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary, Martin Baker (organ)
I wonder as I wandertrad arr Martin Neary, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
We three Kings of orient areJ H Hopkins & arr Martin Neary, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
The first Nowelltrad arr John Stainer, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
The three KingsPeter Cornelius & arr Ivor Atkins, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
While shepherds watched their flocks by nightdesc. Alan Gray, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
We wish you a Merry Christmastrad arr Arthur Warrell, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Martin Neary
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