Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Christmas Joy, Vol. 4" by The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. Released on January 10, 1999, under Priory Records, this choral masterpiece is a timeless collection of classic Christmas carols and hymns, meticulously arranged and performed with the angelic voices of one of the UK's most renowned choirs.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album features a diverse array of traditional and contemporary pieces, from the hauntingly beautiful "Coventry Carol" to the lively and joyous "Ding Dong! Merrily on High." The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, brings a sense of warmth, reverence, and festive cheer to each track, making this album a perfect accompaniment to your holiday celebrations.
The album showcases a variety of arrangements by notable composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams, Charles Wood, and David Willcocks, among others. Highlights include the serene and reflective "In the Bleak Midwinter," the playful and energetic "I Saw Three Ships," and the majestic "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day," which features a unique arrangement for choir, organ, and percussion.
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or simply looking to add some holiday spirit to your playlist, "Christmas Joy, Vol. 4" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving, capturing the essence of the Christmas season in all its glory.
Tracks
Joseph, lieber Joseph meinHieronymus Praetorius, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Up! Good Christen Folk and ListenGeorge Ratcliffe Woodward, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Herefordshire Carol "The Truth Sent from Above" (Arr. R. Vaughan Williams for Choir & Organ)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Adam Lay YboundenBoris Ord, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
In the Bleak MidwinterHarold Darke, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Ding Dong! Merrily on High (Arr. C. Wood for Choir)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Balulalow (Arr. D. Lumsden for Choir & Organ)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Four Letters (Arr. J. McIntosh for Choir)Charles Wood, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
2 Carols: No. 1, I Sing of a MaidenHerbert Sumsion, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Lulajże, Jezuniu (Arr. G. Thalben-Ball for Choir)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
RosamundiMalcolm Hawkins, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
I Saw Three Ships (Arr. D. Willcocks for Choir)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Dormi, JesuClive Watkiss, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
The Blessed Virgin's Cradle SongEdward Bairstow, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
The Maker of the Sun and MoonDenys Darlow, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Yorkshire "Christians, Awake, Salute the Happy Morn"John Wainwright, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Quelle est cette odeur agréable (Arr. D. Willcocks for Choir & Organ)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Lute-Book Lullaby (Arr. G. Shaw for Choir)William Ballet, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
The Holly and the IvyHenry Walford Davies, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Forest Green "O Little Town of Bethlehem"Ralph Vaughan Williams, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Bethlehem DownPeter Warlock, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
The Rocking Carol (Arr. D. Willcocks for Choir)Traditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Coventry CarolTraditional, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
2 Carols, Op. 75: No. 2, Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day (Arr. for Choir, Organ & Percussion)John Gardner, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Divinum mysterium "Of the Father's Heart Begotten" (Arr. D. Willcocks for Choir & Organ)Anonymous, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
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