Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Christmas with The Choir of King's College," a captivating album released on November 14, 2020, by the renowned Choir of King's College, Cambridge. This exquisite collection, under the direction of Daniel Hyde, offers a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols, recorded live at the iconic King's College Cambridge.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 26 minutes, the album features 55 tracks, including beloved classics like "Silent Night," "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," and "O Come, All Ye Faithful," as well as lesser-known gems such as "The Cherry-Tree Carol" and "Gabriel's Message." The choir's pristine vocals and meticulous attention to detail bring each piece to life, creating a festive atmosphere that is both intimate and grand.
The album is a testament to the Choir of King's College, Cambridge's reputation as one of the world's most celebrated choral groups. Their annual Christmas Eve broadcast, "A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols," is a cherished tradition for millions worldwide. This recording captures the essence of that tradition, offering a glimpse into the choir's unparalleled artistry and the magic of the holiday season.
"Christmas with The Choir of King's College" is not just a compilation of songs; it's a carefully curated journey through the rich tapestry of Christmas music. From the joyous exuberance of "Ding Dong! Merrily on High" to the serene beauty of "In the Bleak Midwinter," each track is a testament to the choir's versatility and the enduring power of these timeless carols.
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer looking to experience the magic of Christmas through song, this album is a must-listen. It's a celebration of the season, a tribute to the enduring legacy of the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, and a gift that will keep on giving long after the holidays have passed.
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Tracks
Away in a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In dulci iubiloTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Joy to the WorldAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber, Sir David Willcocks, Stephen Varcoe, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The First NowellTraditional, Philip Ledger, Francis Grier, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Come, All Ye FaithfulAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, The Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, The Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ding Dong! Merrily on HighTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Child is Born in Bethlehem, SSWV 292Samuel Scheidt, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Little Town of BethlehemTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
It Came Upon the Midnight ClearTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, John Wells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Sussex CarolTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, John Wells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hosanna to the Son of DavidOrlando Gibbons, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: III. The KingsPeter Cornelius, Sir David Willcocks, Stephen Varcoe, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
See Amid the Winter's SnowJohn Goss, Stephen Cleobury, Jon Wimpeney, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Quem pastores laudavereTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The LambJohn Tavener, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Come, O Come, EmmanuelTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Cherry-Tree CarolTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw Three ShipsTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Adrian Kelly, Edward Moore, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Gabriel's MessageTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Maiden Most GentleTraditional, Sir Philip Legder, Thomas Trotter, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Great and Mighty WonderTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Jonathan Allen, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
God Rest You Merry, GentlemenTraditional, Benjamin Bayl, Congregation, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Angels and the ShepherdsTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Nowell! Nowell! Nowell!Elizabeth Maconchy, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In the Bleak Midwinter, H. 73 No. 1Gustav Holst, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Wonder as I WanderJohn Jacob Niles, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Creation, Hob. XXI:2 Pt. 1: No. 13, The Heavens are TellingJoseph Haydn, Sir David Willcocks, Heather Harper, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Whence Is That Goodly Fragrance Flowing?Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Te Deum In CBenjamin Britten, Philip Ledger, James Lancelot, Rory Phillips, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
What Child Is ThisTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
As with Gladness Men of OldConrad Kocher, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, 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: 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 GloryTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw a MaidenTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
All-Night Vigil, Op. 37: V. Nyne otpushchaeshiSergei Rachmaninoff, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ave verum corpus, T 92William Byrd, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
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