Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of traditional Christmas carols with TRAD's "The Midnight Clear." Released on November 22, 2013, under the Reading Phoenix Choir label, this enchanting album spans a full hour and three minutes, offering a rich tapestry of beloved holiday classics. From the joyous "Jingle Bells" to the solemn "Coventry Carol," TRAD masterfully captures the essence of each piece, creating a harmonious blend of festive cheer and spiritual reverence. The album features both well-known favorites like "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" and "O Come, All Ye Faithful," as well as lesser-known gems such as "O Magnum Mysterium" and "Sussex Carol." Whether you're looking to set the mood for a cozy holiday evening or seeking a serene backdrop for your celebrations, "The Midnight Clear" is a delightful journey through the heart of Christmas music.
Good King WenceslasTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
A Great and Mighty WonderTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Child in a MangerTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Deck the HallTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Infant Holy, Infant LowlyTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
O Magnum MysteriumTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Once in Royal David's CityTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Henry John Gauntlett, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
It Came Upon the Midnight ClearTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
GaudeteTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
In the Bleak Mid-WinterTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Ding Dong! Merrily On HighTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
God Rest You Merry GentlemenTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
O Magnum Mysterium - Extended VersionTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Away in a MangerTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, William J. Kirkpatrick, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Sussex CarolTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
While Shepherds Watched Their FlocksTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Coventry CarolTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
O Little Town of BethlehemTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Jingle BellsTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
Hark! The Herald Angels SingTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown
O Come, All Ye FaithfulTRAD, James Lord Pierpont, Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Henry John Gaunlett, Gustav Holst, Morten Lauridsen, Este's Psalter, Piae Cantiones, John Francis Wade, Reading Phoenix Choir, David Crown