Immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of Christmas with the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, as they present their captivating rendition of "Nine Lessons & Carols." Released on October 22, 2012, under the prestigious Kings College Cambridge label, this album is a harmonious blend of choral, Christmas, and classical genres, offering a serene and sacred atmosphere perfect for the holiday season.
The album spans a generous 1 hour and 50 minutes, featuring a rich collection of 30 tracks that seamlessly weave together hymns, carols, and lessons. Each piece is meticulously performed by the renowned Choir of King's College, Cambridge, known for their impeccable vocal prowess and deep-rooted musical heritage. The tracklist includes beloved classics such as "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," "O come, All Ye Faithful," and "While Shepherds Watched," alongside lesser-known gems like "A Tender Shoot" and "Misere' Nobis."
This album is a testament to the choir's ability to evoke the spirit of Christmas through their enchanting harmonies and precise musicality. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or simply looking to enhance your holiday playlist, "Nine Lessons & Carols" offers a profound and uplifting listening experience that captures the essence of the season.
Tracks
Hymn: Once in Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, Arthur Henry Mann, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, George Wimpeney
Bidding Prayer, Lord's Prayer and BlessingAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Herefordshire CarolEnglish Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
First LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Adam Lay YboundenBoris Ord, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
A Virgin Most PureEnglish Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Second LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
In dulci jubilo: In Dulci JubiloTraditional, German Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
If Ye Would Hear the Angels SingPeter Tranchell, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, Matthew Sandy
Third LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Sussex CarolEnglish Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Hymn: God Rest You Merry, GentlemenEnglish Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Fourth LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
A Tender ShootOtto Goldschmidt, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Det är en Ros utsprungen: Det Är En Ros UtsprungenMichael Praetorius, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Fifth LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Hymne à la ViergePierre Villette, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Sunny BankPeter Hurford, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Sixth LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Mariä WiegenliedMax Reger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
The Holly and the IvyFrench Traditional, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Seventh LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Hymn: While Shepherds WatchedEste's Psalter, 1592, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Illuminare, JerusalemJudith Weir, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Eighth LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Christmas CarolEinojuhani Rautavaara, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Ding! Dong! Merrily On HighXVI Century French, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Ninth LessonAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Hymn: O come, All Ye FaithfulJohn Francis Wade, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Collect and BlessingAnonymous, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Hymn: Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Organ Voluntary: In dulci jubilo, BWV 729Johann Sebastian Bach, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
The Christ ChildGabriel Jackson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, Alexander Banwell
Now Comes the DawnBrett Dean, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, George Gibbon
Misere' NobisMark-Anthony Turnage, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
MaryDominic Muldowney, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, Matthew Sandy
Christmas EvePeter Maxwell Davies, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
All Bells in ParadiseJohn Rutter, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, Ben-San Lau
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