Celebrate the enchanting spirit of the holiday season with "Christmas Star: Carols for The Christmas Season" by The Cambridge Singers, conducted by the renowned John Rutter. Released in 1997, this timeless collection of carols is a beloved staple for fans of choral music and Christmas classics alike. The album features 22 beautifully arranged tracks, each one a cherished holiday favorite, performed with the precision and warmth that The Cambridge Singers are known for.
From the joyous opening notes of "Good Christian Men, Rejoice" to the familiar strains of "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World," this album captures the essence of the Christmas season. John Rutter's masterful arrangements, including several of his own compositions, bring a fresh and uplifting perspective to these beloved carols. The inclusion of traditional favorites like "We Three Kings of Orient Are" and "Angels We Have Heard on High," alongside lesser-known gems such as "O Little One Sweet" and "Un flambeau, Jeannette, Isabelle," ensures that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The Cambridge Singers, accompanied by The Cambridge Orchestra, deliver a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply heartfelt. The rich harmonies and impeccable vocal blend create a sound that is both comforting and exhilarating, making this album a perfect addition to any holiday playlist. Whether you are looking to set the mood for a festive gathering or simply want to enjoy some peaceful holiday music, "Christmas Star: Carols for The Christmas Season" is sure to delight.
1997 Collegium1997 Collegium
Tracks
Good Christian Men, Rejoice (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
I Wonder as I Wander (Arr. J. Rutter) [2]Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
All My Heart This Night RejoicesJohann Georg Ebeling, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Silent Night, H. 145 (Arr. for Unaccompanied Choir)Franz Xaver Gruber, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Lo How a Rose E'er BloomingMichael Praetorius, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Ding Dong! Merrily on High (Arr. C. Wood)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
We Three Kings of Orient Are (Arr. J. Rutter)John Henry Hopkins, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
How Great Our Joy (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
Angels We Have Heard on High (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Joy to the World (Arr. J. Rutter)Lowell Mason, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
Away in a Manger (Arr. J. Rutter) [1]James Ramsey Murray, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
Un flambeau, Jeannette, Isabelle (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
What Child is This? (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
'Twas in the Moon of Winter Time (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
O Little One Sweet, BWV 493 (Arr. J.S. Bach)Johann Sebastian Bach, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Go, Tell It on the Mountain (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
Away in a Manger (Arr. J. Rutter) [2]William J. Kirkpatrick, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Rise up Shepherd, and Follow (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
The Christmas Song (Arr. for Choir & Orchestra)Robert Wells, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
O Come All Ye Faithful (Arr. for Choir, Organ & Orchestra)John Francis Wade, The Cambridge Singers, Cambridge Orchestra, John Rutter
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