"Carols from the Old & New Worlds" is a captivating choral album by the renowned conductor and composer Paul Hillier, released on January 1, 1994, under the Harmonia Mundi label. This album is a unique blend of traditional and contemporary carols, spanning various genres including minimalism, medieval, Gregorian chant, and avant-garde. The album's duration is a concise yet engaging 61 minutes, featuring a diverse range of compositions, some of which are arranged by Hillier himself.
The tracklist is a delightful mix of familiar and lesser-known carols, such as "Joy to the World!" and "Away in a Manger," alongside pieces like "A Virgin Unspotted" and "En etsi valtaa, loistoa." Hillier's arrangements bring a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, while the performances showcase the beauty and versatility of choral music. Whether you're a fan of traditional carols or avant-garde compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
While Shepherds WatchedDaniel Read, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
The Shepherd's Star (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
A Christmas Carol (Arr. Hillier)Charles Ives, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Joy to the World! (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
The Apple TreeJeremiah Ingalls, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
A Virgin Unspotted (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Away in a MangerJ.S. Warren, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
While Shepherds Watched their Flocks by NightSupply Belcher, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Hark! The Herald Angels sing (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
En etsi valtaa, loistoaJean Sibelius, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Still, O Himmel (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Süßer die Glocken (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Weihnachtslied (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Still, still, still (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Gaudete! Christus est natus (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Personent hodie (Arr. Hillier)Anonymous, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
The Yorkshire Wassail Song (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Green grow'th the hollyHenry VIII, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
Here we Come A-Wassailing (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
The Cherry Tree Carol (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
There is no RosePaul Hillier, Theatre Of Voices
A New Year's GiftTraditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
A Wassail, a Wassail Throughout all this Town! (Arr. Hillier)Traditional, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
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