Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with "Christmas from Hereford" by the renowned Hereford Cathedral Choir. Released on September 10, 2012, this captivating choral album is a celebration of the festive spirit, featuring a diverse collection of traditional carols and sacred music.
Spanning a rich 72-minute duration, the album showcases the choir's exceptional vocal prowess and musical artistry. The tracklist is a delightful blend of well-loved classics and lesser-known gems, including arrangements by esteemed composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams, Mack Wilberg, and David Willcocks. From the hauntingly beautiful "O Holy Night!" to the joyous "Hark! the Herald Angels Sing," each piece is performed with precision and passion, making it a standout addition to any holiday music collection.
Recorded under the Regent label, "Christmas from Hereford" is a testament to the enduring appeal of choral music and the timeless magic of Christmas. Whether you're looking to set the mood for a cozy evening at home or searching for the perfect accompaniment to your holiday gatherings, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
2012 Regent Records Ltd2012 Regent Records Ltd
Tracks
This Is the Truth Sent from Above (Arr. by Ralph Vaughan Williams)Traditional English, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
A Tender ShootOtto Goldschmidt, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
There Is No RoseJohn Joubert, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Adam Lay YboundenPhilip Ledger, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
E’en so Lord Jesus, Quickly ComePaul Manz, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Lasset Uns Frohlocken, Op 79: No. 5Felix Mendelssohn, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
O Little Town of Bethlehem (Arr. by Vaughan Williams and Thomas Armstrong)Traditional English, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
O Holy Night! (Arr. by Mack Wilberg)Adolphe Adam, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
God from on HighRichard Lloyd, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
An Hymn on the Nativity of My SaviourFelix Mendelssohn, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Sir ChristèmasWilliam Mathias, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
Wassail CarolWilliam Mathias, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
Frohlocket, Ihr Völker Auf Erden, Op 79: No. 1Felix Mendelssohn, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Sing We to This Merry CompanyJohn Rutter, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
The LambJohn Tavener, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Alleluya, A New Work Is Come on HandPeter Wishart, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Resonemus Laudibus (Arr. by David Willcocks)Traditional English, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
On This Day Earth Shall RingHaldane Campbell Stewart, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
O Come, All Ye Faithful (Arr. by David Willcocks)John Francis Wade, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen, Peter Dyke
Herr Gott, Du Bist Unsre Zuflucht, Op 79: No. 2Felix Mendelssohn, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Here Is the Little DoorHerbert Howells, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
Three KingsPeter Dyke, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen
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