Experience the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with John Rutter's "Christmas Night: Carols of the Nativity." This beautifully remastered collection, released on November 6, 2020, features the renowned composer and conductor leading The Cambridge Singers and the City of London Sinfonia in a stunning performance of 22 timeless carols. Spanning over six centuries, these carols celebrate the birth of Christ through a blend of traditional and contemporary arrangements.
The album opens with the joyous "In dulci jubilo," arranged by R.L. Pearsall, and includes beloved classics such as "Once, As I Remember," arranged by C. Wood, and "In the Bleak Midwinter," arranged by John Rutter himself. Each track is meticulously crafted, showcasing the rich harmonies and intricate compositions that have made John Rutter a beloved figure in the world of choral music.
Highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Candlelight Carol," the lively "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day," and the tender "Away in a Manger," all arranged by John Rutter. The album also features lesser-known gems like "Myn Lyking" and "O Jesulein süß, O Jesulein mild, BWV 493," adding depth and variety to the collection.
With a duration of just over an hour, "Christmas Night: Carols of the Nativity" is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday celebrations. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, this album will fill your space with the warmth and joy of the season. The combination of traditional carols and modern arrangements ensures that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
2020 Collegium2020 (P) Collegium
Tracks
In dulci jubilo (Arr. R.L. Pearsall for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Adam Lay YboundenJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Christmas Night (Arr. J. Rutter for Choir & Orchestra)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
Once, As I Remember (Arr. C. Wood for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
A Spotless RoseJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Nicholas Sears
In the Bleak Midwinter (Arr. for Choir & Orchestra)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
There Is a Flower (Version for Mixed Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Ruth Holton
The Cherry-Tree Carol (Arr. D. Wilcocks for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
I Wonder as I Wander (Arr. J. Rutter for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Gerald Finley
Candlelight Carol (Version for Mixed Choir & Orchestra)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
O Tannenbaum (Arr. J. Rutter for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day (Arr. D. Wilcocks for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
A Virgin Most Pure (Arr. C. Wood for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
I Sing of a MaidenJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
Lute-Book Lullaby (Arr. G. Shaw for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
The Three Kings (Arr. I. Atkins for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Nicholas Sears
Myn LykingJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
O Jesulein süß, O Jesulein mild, BWV 493John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
All My Heart This Night RejoicesJohn Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
I Saw a Maiden (Arr. E. Pettman for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Away in a Manger (Arr. J. Rutter for Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Nativity Carol (Version for Mixed Choir)John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia
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