Choral Christmas - Edward Elgar - Vinyl LP UK

Choral Christmas - Edward Elgar

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with Edward Elgar's "Choral Christmas," a captivating collection of timeless carols and choral masterpieces. Released on November 6, 2025, under the Naxos Special Projects label, this album is a celebration of the classical genre, featuring a blend of orchestra and choir that brings the spirit of Christmas to life.

Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 55 minutes, this album is a journey through beloved Christmas hymns and carols, each meticulously arranged by renowned composers such as Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Britten, and others. From the serene beauty of "Silent Night" to the triumphant joy of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," every track is a testament to the rich tradition of choral music.

Edward Elgar, a master of orchestration and choral writing, brings his distinctive touch to these classic pieces, creating a harmonious blend of voices and instruments that resonates with warmth and festive cheer. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or new to the genre, "Choral Christmas" offers a delightful and uplifting listening experience that captures the essence of the holiday season.

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Tracks

Silent night (arr. B. Chilcott for choir and organ)Franz Xaver Gruber, Commotio, Richard Pearce, Matthew Berry
3:45
The First Noel (Arr. for Choir & Organ by Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Tewkesbury Abbey Choir, Andrew Sackett
5:01
Sleep, Holy BabeAlexander Campkin, Blossom Street, Hilary Campbell
4:07
O Come All Ye Faithful [Arr. for Choir & Organ by Sir David Willcocks]Traditional, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
3:38
Es is ein Ros' entsprungenAnonymous, German Boys Choir
2:49
O Holy Night (Arr. B. Eads for Voice, Choir & Orchestra) [Live]Adolphe Adam, Sylvia McNair, Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, Eric Stark
6:17
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (Arr. for Choir & Organ by Sir David Willcocks)Traditional, Tewkesbury Abbey Choir, Andrew Sackett
3:27
Coventry Carol (Arr. M. Shaw for Choir)Traditional, The Edison Singers, Noel Edison
2:10
Carol MedleyJonathan Rathbone, Vasari Singers, Martin Ford, Jeremy Backhouse
3:11
Ave Maria, Op. 2 No. 2Edward Elgar, Jonathan Vaughn, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Christopher Robinson
2:39
Magnificat (Of a Rose, a Lovely Rose)John Rutter, Elizabeth Cragg, St. Albans Cathedral Choir, Tom Winpenny, Ensemble DeChorum, Andrew Lucas
5:25
Joy to the World (Arr. for Choir & Organ by Anonymous)George Frideric Handel, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
1:31
King Jesus Hath a GardenTraditional, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
2:29
RockingTraditional, Raymond Johnston, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
1:43
Star in the SouthTraditional, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
3:20
O magnum mysteriumAnthony Mudge, Blossom Street, Hilary Campbell
3:26
Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
3:46
The Coventry CarolAnonymous, Westminster Williamson Voices, Kathleen Dunn, Samantha Goldberg, Lauren Lazzari, James Jordan
3:28
On Christmas Night: I. This Is the truth [I]Bob Chilcott, Vasari Singers, Martin Ford, Jeremy Backhouse
3:22
Sleep, my dreaming oneHilary Campbell, Blossom Street
4:57
I Wonder as I WanderTraditional, Megan Gallagher, Westminster Williamson Voices, James Jordan
3:58
Gabriel's MessageTraditional, Tewkesbury Abbey Choir, Andrew Sackett
2:45
A Hymn to the VirginBenjamin Britten, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
3:16
In the Bleak Midwinter, H. 73 No. 1Gustav Holst, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
4:51
No. 7, This Little BabeBenjamin Britten, Skaila Kanga, New London Children's Choir, Ronald Corp
1:28
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Tewkesbury Abbey Choir, Andrew Sackett
3:20
The Little Road to BethlehemMichael Head, Tewkesbury Abbey Choir, Andrew Sackett
3:21
Once in Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, Robert Stringer, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
3:22
Ding Dong Merrily on High (Arr. C. Wood for Choir)Thoinot Arbeau, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
1:52
Infant Holy, Infant LowlyTraditional, Tewkesbury Abbey Choir, Andrew Sackett
2:12
The Advent CandleBob Chilcott, Commotio, Tanya Houghton, Matthew Berry
2:54
The Huron CarolTraditional, Örebro Chamber Choir, Fred Sjoberg
2:00
Away in a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
3:14
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht, H. 145 (Sung in English) [Arr. for Choir by Anonymous]Franz Xaver Gruber, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
3:09
Ave Maria, CG 89a "Méditation sur le Premier Prélude de Piano de S. Bach" - Version for Voice & OrchestraCharles Gounod, Johann Sebastian Bach, Ingrid Kertesi, Camerata De Budapest, Laszlo Kovacs
2:43

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About Edward Elgar

Sir Edward Elgar, a titan of English classical music, composed some of the most evocative and emotionally resonant orchestral works of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1857, Elgar's music is celebrated for its rich, romantic melodies and intricate orchestration, blending the grandeur of the British tradition with a deeply personal and introspective style. His most renowned works, such as the "Enigma Variations" and the "Pomp and Circumstance Marches," showcase his ability to convey both sweeping dramatic power and intimate tenderness. Elgar's compositions continue to captivate audiences worldwide, offering a timeless exploration of the human spirit through the grandeur of the orchestra.

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