Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the season with "Candlelight: Seasonal Reflections & Celebrations" by The Cambridge Singers. Released on August 2, 2011, under the Collegium label, this captivating choral album blends traditional Christmas carols and classical pieces into a harmonious celebration of the festive season. Spanning a diverse range of genres, from classic choral works to folk songs, the album offers a rich tapestry of musical styles that evoke the spirit of winter and the joy of Christmas.
The Cambridge Singers, renowned for their exquisite vocal performances, bring a sense of warmth and nostalgia to each track. The album opens with the serene "Candlelight Carol" and continues with a mix of well-known carols like "Away in a Manger" and "Angels We Have Heard on High," alongside lesser-known gems such as "Puer Nobis" and "Magnificat: II. Of a Rose, a lovely Rose." The inclusion of pieces like "In the Bleak Midwinter" and "Wild Wood Carol" adds a touch of melancholy and introspection, while the lively "Wassail Song" and "What Cheer?" bring a festive cheer to the collection.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, this album is perfect for those seeking a soothing and reflective listening experience. Whether you're looking to set the mood for a quiet evening by the fire or to accompany your holiday gatherings, "Candlelight: Seasonal Reflections & Celebrations" offers a timeless collection of songs that capture the essence of the season.
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Tracks
Candlelight CarolJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
O magnum mysteriumTomás Luis de Victoria, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
When Icicles Hang: IV. Blow, blow, thou winter windJohn Rutter, Duke Dobing, Nicholas Wilson, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
Puer nobisRichard Rodney Bennett, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Magnificat: II. Of a Rose, a lovely RoseJohn Rutter, Patricia Forbes, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
Lullay Mine LikingRichard Rodney Bennett, Elin Manahan Thomas, Clare Wilkinson, Ben Breakwell, Sam Evans, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
In the Bleak MidwinterHarold Darke, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Away in a mangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Wild wood carolJohn Rutter, Gerald Finley, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: 4 motets pour le temps de Noel: Videntes stellamFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Suite Antique: V. ChansonJohn Rutter, Duke Dobing, Wayne Marshall, City of London Sinfonia
What Sweeter Music: What sweeter musicJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
Veni, Redemptor gentiumAnonymous, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Motets for 5-8 Voices, Book 3 for 5, 6 & 8 Voices: Hodie Christus natus estGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: 4 motets pour le temps de Noel: Hodie Christus natus estFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Angels We Have Heard on HighJohn Rutter, Traditional, The Cambridge Singers
What cheer?William Walton, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
5 English Folk Songs: No. 5. Wassail songRalph Vaughan Williams, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
When Icicles Hang: III. Good aleJohn Rutter, Duke Dobing, Nicholas Wilson, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
The very best time of yearJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
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