Experience the enchanting voice of Jessye Norman in her 1987 album "Christmastide," a timeless collection of classical Christmas carols that will captivate your senses. Recorded at the prestigious Manhattan Center Studios in New York, this album features the renowned soprano alongside the New York Choral Society, the American Boy Choir, and the Empire Chamber Ensemble, creating a harmonious blend of voices that brings each carol to life.
Spanning 18 tracks and 55 minutes, "Christmastide" showcases a diverse range of beloved Christmas classics, from the triumphant "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" to the serene "Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht." Norman's powerful and emotive vocals shine through in each performance, accompanied by the rich, resonant harmonies of the choir and ensemble. The album also includes a unique track, "This Christmastide (Jessye's Carol)," composed specifically for this recording, adding a personal touch to the collection.
The album was released on January 1, 1987, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label and has since become a cherished part of many holiday music collections. Whether you're a fan of classical music, a lover of Christmas carols, or simply seeking a beautiful and uplifting listening experience, "Christmastide" by Jessye Norman is an album that will delight and inspire. Immerse yourself in the rich, warm tones of this extraordinary album and let the magic of the season fill your heart.
Oh Come, ImmanuelAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Once in Royal David's cityAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Unto us a Child is bornAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Good Christian men rejoiceAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
O holy night (Minuit chrétien)Adolphe Adam, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
See amid the winter's snowJohn Goss, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
I Saw Three ShipsAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
This Christmastide (Jessye's Carol)Donald Fraser, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Coventry CarolAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
In the Bleak Mid-winterGustav Holst, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Stille Nacht, heilige NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Angels we have heard on highAnonymous, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
We Three Kings of Orient areJohn Henry Hopkins, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Joy to the WorldGeorge Frideric Handel, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
O Come, All Ye FaithfulJohn Francis Wade, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
AmenTraditional, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Jessye Norman, the acclaimed American opera singer, captivated global audiences with her powerful and dramatic soprano voice. Renowned for her commanding stage presence, Norman's repertoire spanned iconic roles such as Beethoven's Leonore, Wagner's Sieglinde and Kundry, and Berlioz's Cassandre and Didon. Her voice, often described as a "grand mansion of sound," boasted immense range and depth, filling concert halls with its rich, resonant tones. Norman's illustrious career, which spanned over five decades, earned her four Grammy Awards and the Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal. Her performances were not just musical; they were transformative experiences that left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of hearing her sing.
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