Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Merry Christmas with the Choir of King's College" by the renowned Choir of King's College, Cambridge. Released on December 25, 2025, under Warner Classics, this album is a captivating collection of 39 beloved carols and choral works, spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 58 minutes.
The album features a diverse array of traditional and contemporary pieces, including timeless classics like "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," "Silent Night," and "O Come, All Ye Faithful," as well as lesser-known gems such as "A Ceremony of Carols" by Benjamin Britten and "Dormi Jesu" by John Rutter. The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, brings their unparalleled expertise and artistry to each track, delivering a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
Whether you're a fan of choral music, a lover of Christmas carols, or simply someone looking to get into the holiday spirit, this album is a must-listen. The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, has crafted a musical experience that is sure to become a cherished part of your holiday traditions. So, gather your loved ones, dim the lights, and let the angelic voices of the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, transport you to a world of holiday cheer and warmth.
Tracks
Ord: Adam Lay YboundenBoris Ord, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Traditional: The First NowellTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Francis Grier, Philip Ledger
Cummings & Mendelssohn: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (After Mendelssohn's Gutenberg Cantata, WoO 9, MWV D4)Felix Mendelssohn, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Thomas Trotter, Philip Ledger
Gruber: Silent nightFranz Xaver Gruber, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Varcoe, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Britten: A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: III. There Is No RoseBenjamin Britten, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Osian Ellis, Sir David Willcocks
Britten: A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: IV. (b) BalulalowBenjamin Britten, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Osian Ellis, Sir David Willcocks
Niles: I Wonder as I WanderJohn Jacob Niles, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Traditional: The Cherry Tree CarolTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Traditional: I Saw Three ShipsTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Kirkpatrick: Away in a MangerWilliam James Kirkpatrick, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Traditional: The Shepherds' Cradle SongTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: The Lord at First Did Adam MakeAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, John Wells, Sir David Willcocks
Poston: Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Gauntlett: Once in Royal David's City (Arr. Mann & Willcocks)Henry John Gauntlett, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Ian Hare, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: Gabriel's MessageTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Traditional: The Truth Sent from Above (Arr. Vaughan Williams)Anonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Anonymous: Up! Good Christen Folk and Listen (Arr. Woodward from Piae cantiones)Anonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Traditional: O Come, All Ye FaithfulTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Ian Hare, The Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, Sir David Willcocks
Vaughan Williams: And All in the MorningRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: On Christmas Night All Christians SingTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, John Wells, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: Joy to the World!Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Peter Stevens, Stephen Cleobury
Traditional: O Come, O Come, EmmanuelTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Ian Hare, Sir David Willcocks
Vaughan Williams: 12 Traditional Carols from Herefordshire: No. 4, Joseph and MaryRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Charles Daniels, Thomas Trotter, Philip Ledger
Traditional: God Rest You Merry, GentlemenTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Benjamin Bayl, Stephen Cleobury
Traditional: Whence Is That Goodly Fragrance Flowing?Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Ian Hare, Sir David Willcocks
Goss: See Amid the Winter's Snow (Arr. Willcocks)John Goss, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Peter Stevens, Stephen Cleobury
Traditional: Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing DayTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: A Maiden Most GentleTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Thomas Trotter, Philip Ledger
Holst: 3 Hymns for the English Hymnal: No. 1, In the Bleak MidwinterHarold Darke, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Benjamin Bayl, Tomas Bullard, Stephen Cleobury
Traditional: Quittez, pasteurs, vos brebis, vos houlettes (Arr. Rutter)Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Francis Grier, Robert Chilcott, Philip Ledger
Scheidt: Cantiones sacrae: No. 15, A Child is Born in Bethlehem (Arr. Willcocks)Samuel Scheidt, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: Angels from the Realms of GloryTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Howells: 3 Carol-Anthems: No. 2, A Spotless RoseHerbert Howells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Gareth Morrell, Philip Ledger
Terry: Myn LykingRichard Runciman Terry, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Ian Hare, Sir David Willcocks
Traditional: O Little Town of BethlehemTraditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Francis Grier, Philip Ledger
Praetorius: Quem pastores laudavereMichael Praetorius, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Rutter: Dormi Jesu "The Virgin’s Cradle Hymn"John Rutter, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Berlioz: L'enfance du Christ, Op. 25, H 130, Pt. 2 "La fuite en Égypte": L'adieu des bergers à la Sainte Famille. "Il s'en va loin de la terre"Hector Berlioz, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
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