Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, as they present "King’s Choir Kerst Hymnen." This captivating album, released on December 10, 2021, under Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group, is a beautiful collection of choral works that span a variety of genres, including choral, Christmas, requiem, and classical music. With a duration of two hours, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved and timeless holiday hymns and carols.
The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, is renowned for their exquisite vocal performances, and this album is no exception. Each track is meticulously performed, showcasing the choir's exceptional talent and the rich, resonant acoustics of King's College Chapel. The album features a mix of traditional carols and lesser-known gems, including "Joy to the World," "The First Nowell," "Ding Dong! Merrily on High," and "The Cherry-Tree Carol," as well as works from Benjamin Britten's "A Ceremony of Carols," such as "Procession," "Wolcom Yole!," and "There Is No Rose."
In addition to the traditional carols, the album also includes beautiful choral works like "Jesus Christ the Apple Tree," "In the Bleak Midwinter," "I Wonder as I Wander," and "Ave verum corpus." The choir's performance of these pieces is nothing short of breathtaking, with their harmonies and dynamics bringing each piece to life in a way that is both powerful and deeply moving.
"King’s Choir Kerst Hymnen" is the perfect album to set the mood for the holiday season. Whether you are looking to celebrate the season with loved ones or simply want to enjoy the beauty of choral music, this album is sure to delight and inspire. With its rich history and exceptional performances, the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, continues to be one of the world's most celebrated choirs, and "King’s Choir Kerst Hymnen" is a testament to their enduring legacy.
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Tracks
Joy to the WorldAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The First NowellTraditional, Philip Ledger, Francis Grier, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ding Dong! Merrily on HighTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hosanna to the Son of DavidOrlando Gibbons, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
See Amid the Winter's SnowJohn Goss, Stephen Cleobury, Jon Wimpeney, Peter Stevens, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Cherry-Tree CarolTraditional, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw Three ShipsTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Adrian Kelly, Edward Moore, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Gabriel's MessageTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Angels and the ShepherdsTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Nowell! Nowell! Nowell!Elizabeth Maconchy, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols Op. 28: I. ProcessionBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: II. Wolcom Yole!Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: III. There Is No RoseBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: V. BalulalowBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: VI. As Dew in AprilleBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: VII. This Little BabeBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: VIII. Interlude (Andante pastorale)Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: IX. In Freezing Winter NightBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: X. Spring CarolBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: XI. Deo Gracias!Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, James Clarke, Julian Godlee, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28: XII. RecessionBenjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Jesus Christ the Apple TreeElizabeth Poston, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
In the Bleak Midwinter, H. 73 No. 1Gustav Holst, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Wonder as I WanderJohn Jacob Niles, Philip Ledger, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Whence Is That Goodly Fragrance Flowing?Traditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Away In a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Philip Ledger
Te Deum In C MajorBenjamin Britten, Philip Ledger, James Lancelot, Rory Phillips, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
What Child Is ThisTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
As with Gladness Men of OldConrad Kocher, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
I Saw a MaidenTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Ave verum corpus, T 92William Byrd, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Hymn to St Cecilia, Op. 27Benjamin Britten, Sir David Willcocks, Osian Ellis, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
O Come, O Come, EmmanuelTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Hare, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Sussex CarolTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, John Wells, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
The LambJohn Tavener, Stephen Cleobury, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Maiden Most GentleTraditional, Sir Philip Legder, Thomas Trotter, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
A Great and Mighty WonderTraditional, Stephen Cleobury, Jonathan Allen, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Dormi JesuJohn Rutter, Stephen Cleobury, Benjamin Bayl, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing DayTraditional, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge