Immerse yourself in the enchanting harmonies of "Carols for Choirs 6," the latest choral masterpiece from The Oxford Choir, released on June 1, 2023, under Oxford University Press Music. This captivating collection spans a generous 1 hour and 33 minutes, featuring 28 tracks that blend newly commissioned carols with fresh arrangements of timeless melodies. The album showcases the talents of today's most innovative choral composers, offering a rich tapestry of SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) vocal performances. From traditional carols like "I Saw Three Ships" and "The First Nowell" to contemporary pieces such as "A Present for the Future" and "The Children's Eye," the album presents a diverse and engaging exploration of choral music. Whether you're a seasoned choral enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Carols for Choirs 6" promises a delightful journey through the world of vocal harmony, making it a standout addition to any music lover's collection.
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Tracks
I saw three ships - SATBStuart Nicholson, Traditional, The Oxford Choir
All the stars looked down - SATBJohn Rutter, The Oxford Choir
Coventry Carol - SATBB. E. Boykin, Traditional, The Oxford Choir
Road to Refuge - SATBErrollyn Wallen, The Oxford Choir
A Present for the Future - SATBJoanna Forbes L'Estrange, The Oxford Choir
O be joyful - SATBToby Young, The Oxford Choir
The Rose - SATBJoel Thompson, The Oxford Choir
Gloucestershire Wassail - SATBVicente Chavarria, Traditional, The Oxford Choir
Il est né le divin enfant - SATBBen Parry, Traditional, The Oxford Choir
A babe is born - SATBOwain Park, The Oxford Choir
Before the Song was Done - SATBSarah Quartel, The Oxford Choir
What child is this - SATBBecky McGlade, The Oxford Choir
In the bleak mid-winter - SATBDavid Hill, The Oxford Choir
There is no rose - SATBLucy Walker, The Oxford Choir
A child of hope - SATBRyan Murphy, The Oxford Choir
It came upon the midnight clear - SATBValerie Capers, Traditional, The Oxford Choir
The Children's Eye - SATBCaroline Shaw, The Oxford Choir
Our Gold - SATBJames Whitbourn, The Oxford Choir
Ave maris stella - SATBKristina Arakelyan
The Oxen - SATBJessica French, The Oxford Choir
The Saviour's Birth - SATBTraditional, Marques L.A. Garrett, Marques L. A. Garrett, The Oxford Choir
Christmas Eve - SATBKim Porter, The Oxford Choir
The first Nowell - SATBBob Chilcott, The Oxford Choir
There shall be Christmas - SATBReginal Wright, The Oxford Choir
In dulci jubilo - SATBCecilia McDowall, The Oxford Choir
On this Silent Night - SATBSarah Quartel, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
The Unexpected Early Hour (from 'A Winter Breviary') - SATBReena Esmail, Rebecca Gayle Howell, The Gesualdo Six
There is no rose - SATBBen Parry, The Chapel Choir of Selwyn College, Cambridge