Gabriel Jackson's "The Christmas Story" is a captivating choral journey that spans the festive season from Advent to Candlemas. Commissioned by Merton College, Oxford, this album blends biblical narratives with liturgical texts and four original poems penned by members of the College. Following the success of his previous work, "The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ," Jackson once again delivers a profound and moving musical experience.
Performed by the acclaimed Choir of Merton College, Oxford, and accompanied by the Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, the album features a rich tapestry of choral compositions that bring the story of Christ's birth to life. The libretto, assembled by the College's chaplain, the Revd Dr Simon Jones, ensures a thoughtful and cohesive narrative throughout the album.
With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "The Christmas Story" offers a comprehensive exploration of the Christmas season, making it a perfect addition to your holiday music collection. Released on November 8, 2024, by Delphian Records, this album is a testament to Gabriel Jackson's mastery of choral composition and the exceptional talent of the Choir of Merton College, Oxford.
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Tracks
The Christmas Story, Advent: I. Conditor alme siderumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Advent: II. I look from afarGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Advent: III. ExpectingGabriel Jackson, The Girl Choristers of Merton College, Oxford, Francois Cloete, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Advent: IV. Sit Christe rexGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Christmas: I. Veni redemptor gentiumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Christmas: II. And it came to pass in those daysGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Christmas: III. Lullaby of the BeastsGabriel Jackson, The Girl Choristers of Merton College, Oxford, Owen Chan, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Christmas: IV. And there were in the same countryGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Christmas: V. O magnum mysteriumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Christmas: VI. ToccataGabriel Jackson, Owen Chan, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: I. Tribus miraculis ornatumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: II. Now when Jesus was born in BethlehemGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: III. Wie schön leuchtet der MorgensternGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: IV. And the third day there was a marriageGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: V. A Guest at CanaGabriel Jackson, The Girl Choristers of Merton College, Oxford, Francois Cloete, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: VI. And it came to pass in those daysGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Epiphany: VII. Benedicite omnia operaGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: I. Lumen ad revelationem gentiumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: II. When the days of Mary’s purificationGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: III. Nunc dimittis servum tuumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: IV. Joseph and his motherGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: V. Lumen ad revelationem gentiumGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: VI. And there was one AnnaGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: VII. Anna’s SongGabriel Jackson, The Girl Choristers of Merton College, Oxford, Owen Chan, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: VIII. And when they had performed all thingsGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas
The Christmas Story, Candlemas: IX. O nata lux de lumineGabriel Jackson, Choir of Merton College, Oxford, Oxford Contemporary Sinfonia, Benjamin Nicholas, The Girl Choristers of Merton College, Oxford, Francois Cloete
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