Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Christmas with "Christmas at Westminster Abbey" by The Choir Of Westminster Abbey. Released on January 1, 1984, this choral masterpiece is a celebration of the holiday season, featuring a stunning array of traditional carols and sacred music. The album spans 57 minutes of enchanting performances, showcasing the exquisite vocal talents of The Choir Of Westminster Abbey.
From the joyous "Up! Awake! From Highest Steeple" to the serene "Good King Wenceslas," each track is a testament to the rich musical heritage of the Christmas season. The choir's renditions of classics like "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" and "Ding Dong! Merrily On High" are particularly noteworthy, offering a fresh yet reverent take on these beloved carols. The album also includes lesser-known gems such as "Alleluya, A New Work Is Come On Hand" and "Illuminare Jerusalem," adding depth and variety to the collection.
Arrangements by renowned composers like John Rutter, Herbert Birtner, and Robert Lucas de Pearsall enhance the album's appeal, blending traditional melodies with sophisticated harmonies. The Choir Of Westminster Abbey's precise and resonant singing brings a sense of warmth and reverence to each piece, making this album a perfect accompaniment to the festive season.
Whether you're a long-time fan of choral music or simply looking to add some holiday cheer to your collection, "Christmas at Westminster Abbey" is a captivating journey through the sounds of Christmas.
Up! Awake! From Highest Steeple - Arr. Jacob Praetorius (1586-1651)Anonymous, Christopher Herrick, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Remember O Thou ManArthur Oldham, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
There Stood In Heaven A Linden Tree - Arr. G.H. PalmerAnonymous, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Alleluya, A New Work Is Come On HandPeter Wishart, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Salve puerule - Arr. John RutterMarc-Antoine Charpentier, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston, Christopher Herrick
The Holly And The IvyTraditional, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Jesus Christ The Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Resonet in laudibus - Arr. Herbert Birtner (1900-1942)Michael Praetorius, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston, Christopher Herrick
Ding Dong! Merrily On HighAnonymous, Thoinot Arbeau, Simon Preston, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Nowell (Out Of Your Sleep Arise)Peter Maxwell Davies, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Allelujah! Freuet euch, ihr Christen alleAndreas Hammerschmidt, Christopher Herrick, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Up! Good Christen Folk, And ListenAnonymous, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
In dulci jubilo (Gesangbuch von Joseph Klug, 14. Jhdt.) - Arr. Robert Lucas de Pearsall (1795-1856)Traditional, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing"Felix Mendelssohn, Christopher Herrick, Simon Preston, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Puer Natus in BethlehemSamuel Scheidt, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Rocking - Arr. David WillcocksAnonymous, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing DayJohn Gardner, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston, Christopher Herrick
Illuminare JerusalemAnonymous, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
A Shepherd's CarolBenjamin Britten, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston
Good King WenceslasAnonymous, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Simon Preston, Christopher Herrick
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