John Rutter, a renowned composer and conductor, invites you to celebrate the festive season with "The Colours of Christmas," a captivating choral album released on January 1, 2011, under the Decca (UMO) label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, this album is a delightful blend of traditional carols and original compositions, all centered around the joyous theme of Christmas.
The album opens with the lively "Ding Dong! Merrily On High" and includes a variety of well-loved classics such as "In Dulci Jubilo," "Away In A Manger," and "Silent Night." Rutter's own compositions, like "The Colours of Christmas" and "Star Carol," are interspersed throughout, showcasing his distinctive style and deep appreciation for the holiday spirit. The album also features works by other notable composers, including Britten, Sweelinck, and Darke, adding a rich tapestry of musical textures and traditions.
"O Holy Night" and "Joy To The World" are among the standout tracks, offering powerful and uplifting performances that capture the essence of the season. The album concludes with a rousing rendition of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," leaving you with a sense of warmth and festive cheer.
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or simply looking to enhance your holiday playlist, "The Colours of Christmas" by John Rutter is a beautiful collection that brings the magic of the season to life through the power of music.
Tracks
Ding Dong! Merrily On HighFrench Folk Song, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Rutter: The Colours Of ChristmasJohn Rutter, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Traditional: In Dulci JubiloTraditional, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
What Is This Lovely Fragrance?French Folk Song, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Kirkpatrick: Away In A MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, The Bach Choir, John Rutter
Sweelinck: Hodie Christus Natus EstJan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Riu Riu ChiuSpanish Folk Song, John Rutter, Over the Bridge, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
I Wonder As I WanderAmerican Folk Song, Over the Bridge, John Rutter, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Rutter: Star CarolJohn Rutter, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Gauntlett: Once In Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Rutter: Silent NightJohn Rutter, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Darke: In The Bleak MidwinterHarold Darke, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Gabriel's MessageTraditional Basque, The Bach Choir, John Rutter
Rutter: Fanfare - O Come, All Ye FaithfulJohn Rutter, John Francis Wade, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Adam: O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Britten: A New Year CarolBenjamin Britten, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Mason: Joy To The WorldLowell Mason, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Anderson: Sleigh RideLeroy Anderson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Traditional: Deck The HallTraditional, The Bach Choir, John Rutter
Tormé: The Christmas SongMel Tormé, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Traditional: The Twelve Days Of ChristmasTraditional, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
H. Martin, Blane: Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristmasHugh Martin, Ralph Blane, Over the Bridge, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Rutter: Fanfare - Hark! The Herald Angels SingJohn Rutter, Felix Mendelssohn, The Bach Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
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