Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Carols from Worcester" by the renowned Worcester Cathedral Choir. This captivating album, set to release on December 14, 2024, under UME - Global Clearing House, is a beautifully curated collection of choral Christmas carols that will transport you to a world of warmth and festive cheer.
Spanning a generous 83 minutes, the album features a diverse range of traditional and contemporary carols, each meticulously arranged by esteemed composers such as Llewellyn, Ribo, Jorda, and Humphris. From the joyous "Joy to the World" to the serene "In the Bleak Midwinter," the Worcester Cathedral Choir's angelic voices bring a sense of timeless elegance and spiritual depth to each piece.
The album opens with the classic "Hark! the Herald Angels Sing," arranged by Llewellyn, setting the tone for a journey through beloved carols like "Ding Dong! Merrily on High," "The Yorkshire Wassail," and "The First Nowell / Mary's Child." The choir's harmonies are impeccable, their voices blending seamlessly to create a rich, resonant sound that fills the listener with a sense of peace and joy.
"Carols from Worcester" is not just a collection of songs; it's an experience. The Worcester Cathedral Choir's performance is marked by a deep reverence for the holiday season, capturing the essence of Christmas in every note. Whether you're looking to celebrate the season or simply enjoy the beauty of choral music, this album is a perfect addition to your holiday playlist.
So, gather your loved ones, dim the lights, and let the soothing voices of the Worcester Cathedral Choir fill your home with the magic of Christmas. "Carols from Worcester" is a celebration of the season, a testament to the enduring power of choral music, and a gift that will keep on giving long after the holidays have passed.
Tracks
Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (Arr. Llewellyn)Felix Mendelssohn, Worcester Festival Choral Society, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington, Donald Hunt
Joy to the World (Arr. LLewelyn)Anonymous, Adrian Partington, Worcester Festival Choral Society, Donald Hunt
The Song of the Birds (Arr. Ribo)Anonymous, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
What Shall We Give to the Child? (Arr. Ribo)Anonymous, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, William Carslake
Mary, Mother of God's Dear Child (Arr. Jorda)Anonymous, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
Ding Dong! Merrily on High (Arr. LLewelyn)Anonymous, Donald Hunt, Worcester Festival Choral Society
Sans Day Carol (Arr. Humphris)Anonymous, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
Once in Royal David's City (Irby)[Arr. Mann/Wells]Henry John Gauntlett, Adrian Partington, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Worcester Festival Choral Society
King Jesus Hath a Garden (Arr. LLewelyn)Anonymous, Donald Hunt, Worcester Festival Choral Society, Adrian Partington
Hush You, My BabyWilliam Llewellyn, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
The Yorkshire Wassail (Arr. Humphris)Anonymous, Benjamin Ryder, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
The Twelve Days of Christmas (Arr. Austin/Humphris)Anonymous, Donald Hunt, Worcester Festival Choral Society
A Gallery Carol (Arr. Wells)Anonymous, Worcester Festival Choral Society, Adrian Partington, Donald Hunt
SusanniRonald Corp, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
Illuminare, JerusalemJudith Weir, Adrian Partington, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
All and SomeJeremy Thurlow, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
In the Bleak MidwinterWilliam Llewellyn, Donald Hunt, Worcester Festival Choral Society
Away in a Manger (Cradle Song)[Arr. Llewellyn]William J. Kirkpatrick, Thomas Blunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (Arr. Llewellyn)Anonymous, Donald Hunt, Worcester Festival Choral Society, Adrian Partington
Il est né, le divin enfant (Arr. Llewellyn)Anonymous, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
The First Nowell / Mary's Child (Arr. Llewellyn)John Stainer, Geoffrey Ainger, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Worcester Festival Choral Society, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
Ave verum corpus, Op. 2 No. 1Edward Elgar, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington, Worcester Cathedral Choir
Evening SceneEdward Elgar, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
How Calmly the EveningEdward Elgar, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
The Lord Is My ShepherdCharles Villiers Stanford, Donald Hunt, Paul Trepte, Worcester Cathedral Choir
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