Immerse yourself in the enchanting harmonies of the Gloucester Cathedral Choir with their captivating album, "Christmas from Gloucester Cathedral: See Amid the Winter's Snow." Released on June 8, 2010, under Griffin Records, this choral masterpiece is a collection of 20 beautifully crafted Christmas carols, each one a testament to the choir's exceptional talent and the rich acoustic ambiance of Gloucester Cathedral.
The album spans a duration of 57 minutes, offering a diverse range of traditional and contemporary carols that showcase the choir's versatility and the skillful direction of John Sanders and Mark Lee. From the joyous "Ding dong! Merrily on high" to the serene "Silent Night," each track is a delicate blend of vocal precision and emotional depth, making this album a timeless addition to any holiday music collection.
Some of the carols were composed and arranged specifically for Gloucester Cathedral, adding a unique historical and cultural dimension to the album. The digital recording, originally made in the 1990s, captures the essence of these sacred spaces, providing a listening experience that is both intimate and grand.
Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply looking to enhance your holiday season with beautiful melodies, the Gloucester Cathedral Choir's "Christmas from Gloucester Cathedral: See Amid the Winter's Snow" is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
Tomorrow shall be my dancing dayGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
Silent NightGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
The Three MummersGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
Ding dong! Merrily on highGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
I sing of a MaidenGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
See amid the winter's snowGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
There is no roseGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
Whence is that goodly fragrance flowing?Gloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
The LambGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
A carol of praiseGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
Once in royal David's CityGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
Blessed be that maid MaryGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
As I outrodeGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
Sing lullabyGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
Carol for TodayGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
O little one sweetGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
It came upon a midnight clearGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
Hymn of the NativityGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
O little town of BethlehemGloucester Cathedral Choir, Mark Lee, John Sanders
A New Year CarolGloucester Cathedral Choir, John Sanders, Mark Lee
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