"Carols for Choirs 5," presented by Oxford University Press Music, is a captivating collection of 25 enchanting carols and hymns, released in 2011. This album, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, continues the esteemed tradition of its predecessors, offering a comprehensive resource for choirs and choral enthusiasts alike. The compilation features a harmonious blend of fresh, original compositions and innovative arrangements of beloved classics, showcasing the finest talents in contemporary choral music.
Edited and compiled by renowned figures Bob Chilcott and David Blackwell, the album is a testament to the rich tapestry of choral music. It includes both accompanied and unaccompanied pieces, catering to a wide range of vocal ensembles. From traditional carols like "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World!" to lesser-known gems such as "Pilgrim Jesus" and "Voices in the Mist," the collection offers a diverse and engaging listening experience.
Whether you're a seasoned chorister or simply a lover of choral music, "Carols for Choirs 5" promises to delight and inspire. The album's meticulous curation and high-quality performances make it a standout addition to any music library. Dive into the timeless beauty of these carols, brought to life by the exceptional artistry of Oxford University Press Music.
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Tracks
The holly and the ivy - SATBMatthew Owens, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
My Lord has come - SATBWill Todd, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
The Bell Carol - SATBPhilip Ledger, The Oxford Choir
Out of the orient crystal skies - SATBKerry Andrew, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
A Heavenly Song - SATBCecilia McDowall, Traditional, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
There's a song in the air! - SATBJohn Hearne, Josiah G Holland, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
What child is this? - SATBThomas Hewitt Jones, William Chatterton Dix, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Old Christmas Returned (or Hospitality Revived) - SATBJaakko Mantyjarvi, Traditional, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Wassail - SATBJonathan Willcocks, Traditional, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
I sing of a maiden - SATBTraditional, Matthew Martin, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
O come, O come, Emmanuel - SATBPaul Leddington Wright, Traditional, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
We three kings of Orient are - SATBPaul Leddington Wright, John Henry Hopkins, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
There is no rose - SATBTraditional, Howard Skempton, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
I saw a stable - SATBAlan Bullard, Traditional, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Lo, how a rose e'er blooming - SATBDavid Blackwell, Traditional, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Pilgrim Jesus - SATBBob Chilcott, Kevin Crossley-Holland, The Oxford Choir
A little child there is yborn - SATBTraditional, Malcolm Archer, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
A Patre Unigenitus - SATBTraditional, Carl Rütti, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Carol - SATBNorman Nicholson, Francis Pott, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Good King Wenceslas - SATBTraditional, J.M. Neale, Bob Chilcott, The Oxford Choir
It came upon the midnight clear - SATBEdmund Sears, Uzziah Burnap, Mack Wilberg, Richard Storrs Willis, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Voices in the mist - SATBJussi Chydenius, Lord Alfred Tennyson, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Hush! my dear - SATBIsaac Watts, Gabriel Jackson, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Silent Night - SATBJoseph Mohr, Bob Chilcott, Franz Xaver Gruber, John F. Young, The Oxford Choir
Joy to the world! - SATBLowell Mason, Mack Wilberg, George Frideric Handel, Isaac Watts, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
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