Embark on a festive journey with The Cambridge Singers as they present "Christmas Star: A Christmas Festival," a captivating choral celebration of the holiday season. Released on November 19, 2013, under the Collegium label, this album is a heartwarming collection of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols and compositions, spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 14 minutes.
Under the expert direction of renowned conductor John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers deliver a mesmerizing performance that showcases their exceptional vocal prowess and musical versatility. The album features a diverse range of pieces, from classic carols like "Silent Night" and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" to lesser-known gems such as "The Shepherd's Carol" and "El Noi de la Mare." Rutter's own arrangements and compositions are prominently featured, demonstrating his unique ability to blend traditional melodies with contemporary harmonies.
The Cambridge Singers' pristine vocals are complemented by the rich, resonant tones of the choir and orchestra, creating a lush and immersive soundscape that encapsulates the spirit of Christmas. Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply looking to get into the holiday spirit, "Christmas Star: A Christmas Festival" is a delightful and uplifting addition to your music collection. So, gather your loved ones, dim the lights, and let the enchanting sounds of The Cambridge Singers transport you to a world of holiday cheer and warmth.
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Tracks
O Come All Ye Faithful (Arr. D. Willcocks)John Francis Wade, The Cambridge Singers, Farnham Youth Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Piae cantiones: Gaudate (Arr. J. Rutter & M. Neaum)Anonymous, Farnham Youth Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
The Shepherd's CarolBob Chilcott, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
New Year's Eve (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, Elin Manahan Thomas, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
I Wonder as I Wander (Arr. J. Rutter) [1]Traditional, Melanie Marshall, Andrew Williams, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Ave MariaJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, Farnham Youth Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Rejoice and Be MerryJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
El Noi de la Mare (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, Clara Sanabras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
A Christmas OvertureNigel Hess, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Born on a New Day (Arr. P. Knight)John David, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Magical KingdomJohn Rutter, Farnham Youth Choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Mary's Boy Child (Arr. J. Rutter)Jester Hairston, Melanie Marshall, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Esta noche (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, Clara Sanabras, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
3 Small Tone Poems, RT VI/7: No. 2, Winter Night (Sleigh Ride)Frederick Delius, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy (Arr. J. Rutter)Traditional, Melanie Marshall, Farnham Youth Choir, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
New YearJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
I Wish You ChristmasJohn Rutter, Farnham Youth Choir, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (After F. Menelssohn) [Arr. D. Willcocks]William Hayman Cummings, Farnham Youth Choir, The Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (From "Meet Me in St. Louis") [Arr. J. Rutter]Hugh Martin, Melanie Marshall, John Anderson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, John Rutter
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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