Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "A Royal Christmas for the Queen" by the renowned Choir of King's College, Cambridge. This exquisite collection, released on December 7, 2022, under the Brilliant Classics label, is a celebration of timeless choral and classical music that perfectly captures the spirit of Christmas.
The album spans a diverse range of genres, including choral, Christmas, requiem, and classical, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles that will delight any music enthusiast. With a duration of 2 hours and 9 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved and iconic pieces of the season.
Featuring a stellar lineup of tracks such as "O Come All Ye Faithful," "Hallelujah" from Handel's "Messiah," and the majestic "Pomp and Circumstance" March, the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, brings their unparalleled skill and artistry to each performance. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Heer Jezus Heeft Een Hofken" and "Illuminare, Jerusalem," showcasing the choir's versatility and depth.
Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply looking to enhance your holiday festivities, "A Royal Christmas for the Queen" is a must-listen. The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, delivers a performance that is both technically brilliant and emotionally resonant, making this album a true gem in the world of choral and classical music.
Tracks
O Come All Ye FaithfulJohn Wade, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
Coronation Anthem "Zadok the Priest", HWV 258George Frideric Handel, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Owain Arwel Hughes, Goldsmith's Choral Union
Coventry CarolTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
Variations on an Original Theme "Enigma", Op. 36Edward Elgar, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Ding Dong, Merrily On HighTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
Gayaneh, Ballet Suite: Sabre DanceAram Khachaturian, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
And Did Those Feet in Ancient Time "Jerusalem" (Chorus)Charles Parry, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Owain Arwel Hughes, Goldsmith's Choral Union
While Shepherds WatchedTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
Messiah, HWV 56: Hallelujah (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Owain Arwel Hughes, Goldsmith's Choral Union
Aida, Pt. 2: Grand MarchGiuseppe Verdi, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Owain Arwel Hughes, Royal Choral Society
Once in Royal David's CityHenry Gauntlet, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, Guy Johnston
A Spotless RoseHerbert Howells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode, Alexander Knight
What Sweeter MusicJohn Rutter, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Illuminare, JerusalemJudith Weir, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Personent HodieTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
The Valkyrie, WWV 86B, Pt. 3: The Ride of the ValkyriesRichard Wagner, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Heer Jezus Heeft Een Hofken (Organ Variations)Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Pomp and Circumstance, Op. 39: March No. 1 in D MajorEdward Elgar, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
King Jesus Hath a GardenTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode, Nicholas Todd
Finlandia, Op. 26Jean Sibelius, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Rejoice and Be MerryTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
The First NowellTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
O Little Town of BethlehemTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
Quittez, pasteursTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
1812 Overture, Op. 49Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
In Dulci Jubilo (Organ Prelude)Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
In Dulci JubiloTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
The Liberty Bell MarchJohn Philip Sousa, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Bogoróditse DyévoTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
Infant Holy, Infant LowlyTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
The LambWilliam Blake, John Tavener, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, David Goode
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