Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Christmas with the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, as they present their captivating album "Kerst Hymnen: King’s Choir Christmas Carols." Released on October 22, 2021, under Warner Music Group and X5 Music Group, this album is a harmonious blend of choral, classical, and Christmas genres, spanning an impressive 1 hour and 43 minutes.
The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, renowned for their exquisite vocal performances, brings a fresh and inspiring interpretation to classic Christmas carols and hymns. The album features a diverse range of tracks, from the lively "Ding Dong! Merrily on High" to the serene "Silent Night," showcasing the choir's versatility and mastery of both traditional and contemporary pieces.
Each track is meticulously arranged and performed, highlighting the choir's exceptional talent and the rich, resonant acoustics of King's College Chapel. The album includes beloved carols such as "Joy to the World," "O Come, All Ye Faithful," and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," as well as lesser-known gems like "The Cherry-Tree Carol" and "Whence Is That Goodly Fragrance Flowing?"
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or simply looking to add some festive cheer to your holiday season, this album is a perfect choice. The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant, making "Kerst Hymnen: King’s Choir Christmas Carols" a standout addition to any music collection.
Tracks
Ding Dong! Merrily on HighTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Come, All Ye FaithfulAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks, The Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Joy to the WorldAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
What Child Is ThisTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Little Town of Bethlehem (Arr. Ledger)Traditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Weihnachtslieder, Op. 8: III. The KingsPeter Cornelius, Sir David Willcocks, Stephen Varcoe, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The First NowellTraditional, Philip Ledger, Francis Grier, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Silent Night (Arr. Willcocks)Franz Xaver Gruber, Sir David Willcocks, Stephen Varcoe, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Away In a MangerJohn Tavener, Stephen Cleobury, Sebastian Johns, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hosanna to the Son of DavidOrlando Gibbons, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
See Amid the Winter's SnowJohn Goss, Stephen Cleobury, Jon Wimpeney, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Cherry-Tree CarolTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, The Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw Three ShipsTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Adrian Kelly, Edward Moore, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Gabriel's MessageTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Angels and the ShepherdsTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Nowell! Nowell! Nowell!Elizabeth Maconchy, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In the Bleak Midwinter, H. 73 No. 1Gustav Holst, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Wonder as I WanderJohn Jacob Niles, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Whence Is That Goodly Fragrance Flowing?Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw a MaidenTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ave verum corpus, T 92William Byrd, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hymn to St Cecilia, Op. 27Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
It Came Upon the Midnight ClearTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, John Wells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
God Rest You Merry, GentlemenTraditional, Benjamin Bayl, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Congregation
A Child Is Born In BethlehemSamuel Scheidt, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In dulci jubiloTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Angels from the Realms of GloryTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
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