Experience the enchanting magic of the holiday season with Kiri Te Kanawa's timeless album, "Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral." Recorded live in 1995, this captivating collection features the renowned soprano's exquisite vocals accompanied by the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and Robin Stapleton. The album is a beautiful blend of traditional carols and classical arrangements, showcasing Te Kanawa's exceptional range and emotive power.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Coventry Carol" to the joyous "Joy to the World," each track is a testament to Te Kanawa's artistry. The album includes beloved classics such as "Silent Night," "O Come, O Come Emmanuel," and "Hark! the Herald Angels Sing," as well as lesser-known gems like "Of the Father's Heart Begotten" and "The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy." The diverse repertoire highlights Te Kanawa's versatility and deep connection to the festive spirit.
The album's duration of one hour and two minutes ensures a comprehensive and immersive holiday experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of Kiri Te Kanawa or new to her enchanting voice, this album is a perfect addition to your holiday playlist. The live recording captures the essence of a live performance, making it a cherished keepsake for any classical music enthusiast.
Anonymous / Arr. Cullen: Coventry CarolAnonymous, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: In dulci jubiloTraditional, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: O Come, O Come EmmanuelTraditional, Michael George, Jouko Harjanne, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Anonymous / Arr. Cullen: There Is No Rose of Such VirtueAnonymous, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Anonymous / Arr. Cullen : Of the Father's Heart Begotten (After "Divinum mysterium" from the Piae cantiones)Anonymous, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Cornelius & Nicolai / Arr. Atkins: The Three KingsPeter Cornelius, Philipp Nicolai, Kiri Te Kanawa, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: I Saw Three ShipsTraditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Trad / Arr Cullen : Ding, Dong, Merrily on HighTraditional, Jouko Harjanne, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Traditional: We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Arr. Cullen)Traditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Jouko Harjanne, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, Michael George, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: O TannenbaumTraditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Jouko Harjanne, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Scheidt / Arr. Cullen: O Little One Sweet (After "Jesulein süss" from Tabulatur-Buch)Samuel Scheidt, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Handel / Arr. Cullen: Joy to the WorldLowell Mason, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Jouko Harjanne, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Anonymous / Arr. Cullen: Good King Wenceslas (After "Tempus adest floridum" from Piae cantiones)Anonymous, Michael George, Jouko Harjanne, Robin Stapleton, BBC Philharmonic
Cummings & Mendelssohn / Arr. Cullen: Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (After Mendelssohn's Gutenberg Cantata, WoO 9, MWV D4)Felix Mendelssohn, William Hayman Cummings, Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Berlioz: L'enfance du Christ, Op. 25, H 130: The Shepherds' FarewellHector Berlioz, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Holst / Arr. Cullen: 3 Hymns for the English Hymnal: No. 1, In the Bleak Mid-WinterGustav Holst, Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Traditional: O Little Town of Bethlehem (Arr. Cullen)Traditional, Robin Stapleton, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Jouko Harjanne, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic
Joubert / Arr. Cullen: Torches, Op. 7aJohn Joubert, Michael George, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: The Virgin Mary Had a Baby BoyTraditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Gruber: Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
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