Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of the holiday season with the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, as they present "25 Carols for Christmas." This enchanting collection, released on November 21, 2025, under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a celebration of the rich choral tradition that has made the King's College Choir a beloved institution. Spanning a little over an hour and fourteen minutes, this album is a harmonious blend of classic Christmas carols and lesser-known gems, all performed with the precision and grace that the choir is renowned for.
From the joyous "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" to the serene "Silent Night," each track is a testament to the choir's exceptional vocal prowess and their ability to evoke the spirit of Christmas. The album features a diverse range of styles, from traditional English carols like "The Holly and the Ivy" and "God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen" to international pieces such as "The Three Kings" and "Adam Lay Ybounden." The choir's rendition of "In the Bleak Midwinter" and "Coventry Carol" showcases their ability to convey both the solemnity and the joy of the season.
"25 Carols for Christmas" is not just an album; it's an experience that captures the essence of the holiday season. The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, brings a sense of warmth and tradition to each carol, making this album a perfect companion for your Christmas celebrations. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or simply looking to add some holiday cheer to your collection, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Hark the Herald Angels Sing (Descant: Cleobury)Felix Mendelssohn, Stephen Cleobury
O Little Town of BethlehemAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury
Ding Dong! Merrily on HighAnonymous, Thoinot Arbeau, Stephen Cleobury
O Come, All Ye FaithfulJohn Francis Wade, Sir David Willcocks
The First NowellAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks
The Holly and the IvyTraditional, Stephen Cleobury
God Rest You Merry, GentlemenAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury
Once in Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, Stephen Cleobury
Coventry CarolAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks
See Amid the Winter's SnowJohn Goss, Sir David Willcocks
In the Bleak MidwinterHarold Darke, John Bowen, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, David Briggs, Stephen Cleobury
Away in a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
Sussex Carol (On Christmas Night)Traditional, Stephen Cleobury
Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber, Stephen Cleobury
Past Three O'ClockAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks
A Hymn to the VirginBenjamin Britten, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
In dulci jubiloTraditional, Sir David Willcocks
Gabriel's MessageAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks
The Seven Joys of MaryAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury
I Saw Three ShipsAnonymous, Stephen Cleobury
Rocking Carol (Little Jesu Sweetly Sleep)Anonymous, Sir David Willcocks
The Three KingsPeter Cornelius, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks
The Infant King (Old Basque)Anonymous, Stephen Cleobury
Adam Lay YboundenBoris Ord, Sir David Willcocks
Christ Was Born on Christmas DayAnonymous, Sir David Willcocks
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