Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, as they present "Lux de caelo: Music for Christmas." This captivating album, released on October 27, 2014, under the Harmonia Mundi label, is a beautifully crafted collection of choral works that celebrate the spirit of Christmas. Spanning a diverse range of styles and traditions, the album features both well-known carols and lesser-known gems, all performed with the exquisite precision and warmth that the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge is renowned for.
The album's 23 tracks offer a rich tapestry of sacred and secular music, drawing from the works of composers such as Vaughan Williams, Pettman, and Ross, as well as traditional carols from various cultures. From the joyous "Frohlocket, ihr Völker auf Erden" to the serene "Still, still, still," each piece is a testament to the choir's exceptional vocal prowess and their ability to convey the deep emotional resonance of the holiday season.
With a duration of just over an hour and eight minutes, "Lux de caelo" is a perfect accompaniment to your Christmas celebrations, offering a moment of tranquility and reflection amidst the festive bustle. Whether you're a seasoned choral music enthusiast or simply looking to add some holiday cheer to your playlist, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
A Boy was Born, Op. 3: Theme. A Boy was BornBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
A babe is born, Op. 55William Mathias, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Dmitri Ensemble, Peter Harrison, Graham Ross
Sechs Sprüche, Op. 79, No. 1. Frohlocket, ihr Völker auf Erden: WeihnachtenFelix Mendelssohn, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
The Truth from Above (Arr. Vaughan Williams)Traditional, Helen Lilley, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
Gabriel's Message (Arr. Pettman)Traditional, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
Wie schön leuchtet der MorgensternMichael Praetorius, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, David Miller, Peter Harrison, Graham Ross
Quem pastores laudavereMichael Praetorius, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, David Miller, Peter Harrison, Graham Ross
Es ist ein Ros entsprungenMichael Praetorius, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, David Miller, Peter Harrison, Graham Ross
In dulci jubilo, BWV 368Johann Sebastian Bach, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
In dulci jubilo a 8Michael Praetorius, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, David Miller, Peter Harrison, Graham Ross
Four Christmas Carols Op. 77: IV. Coventry CarolGiles Swayne, Helen Lilley, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Tanya Houghton, Graham Ross
A Hymn to the Mother of GodJohn Tavener, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
Lullay, my likingGraham Ross, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Tanya Houghton
Riu, riu, chiu (Arr. Greenberg)Traditional, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
Tu scendi dalle stelle (Arr. Ross)Traditional, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Dmitri Ensemble, Graham Ross
Still, still, still (Arr. Ross)Traditional, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Graham Ross
5 Canons, Op. 16: II. Dormi, JesuAnton Webern, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Orpen, Graham Ross
Quelle est cette odeur agréable? (Arr. Willcocks)Traditional, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Elliot Fitzgerald, Dmitri Ensemble, Graham Ross
Nativity CarolJohn Rutter, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Dmitri Ensemble, Graham Ross
Friede auf Erden, Op. 13 (Version with Orchestra)Arnold Schoenberg, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Dmitri Ensemble, Graham Ross
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