By: Various
This Christmas Carol Collection is a wonderful anthology of holiday songs and carols that are sure to put anyone in the festive spirit. With a mix of classic tunes like "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World" alongside lesser-known gems, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this compilation.
The arrangements are beautifully done, with a mix of traditional choral harmonies and more modern interpretations. Each piece is sung with passion and skill, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you want to gather around the fireplace with loved ones.
One of the highlights of this collection is the diversity of carols included. From sacred hymns to jolly jingles, there is a wide range of styles and moods represented, making it easy to find something to suit any holiday mood.
Overall, this Christmas Carol Collection is a delightful addition to any holiday music collection. Whether you're a fan of classic carols or looking to discover something new, this anthology is sure to bring joy and cheer to your holiday season. Book Description: This year's LibriVox selection of traditional favourites and lesser-known Christmas carols in English, French, German and Latin, including a 17th century harmonisation of a plain chant melody from Susan, French poems set to original music by Ezwa, and Ryan's version of Händel's Hallelujah Chorus. The singers wish all listeners around the world a happy and peaceful Christmas.
The Story That Never Grows Old: Words by James M. Gray (1851 - 1935); music by Ira D. Sankey (1840 - 1908)
From Far Away: Words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833 - 1917); music edited by Sir John Stainer (1840 - 1901).
Oh du fröhliche: Sicilianisches Fischerlied.
A Virgin Most Pure: Anonymous English manuscript, c. 1777, collected by Davies Gilbert (1823).
Creator alme siderum: Plain chant melody, harmonised by Sebastiano Cherici (1647 - 1703).
Good Christian Men, Rejoice!: Words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833 - 1917); music edited by Sir John Stainer (1840 - 1901).
O Christmas Tree: German folk song, various German authors, translator unknown.
Chantons les louanges: Words, author unknown, from Cantiques de Noël anciens et nouveaux (1862); music by Ezwa.
Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus: Words by Charles Wesley (1707 - 1788); music by Rowland H. Prichard (1811 - 1887).
Hallelujah!: from Messiah by G. F. Händel (1685 - 1759).
While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks: Words by Nahum Tate (1652 - 1715); music Winchester Old, from Whole Book of Psalmes, by Thomas Est (1540?–1608).
O Dieu, quelle nouveauté: Words, author unknown, from Cantiques de Noël anciens et nouveaux (1862); music by Ezwa.
A Christmas Carol (All the Skies Tonight Sing o'er Us): Words by Rev. John O'Connor (1870 - 1952); music German.
Infant Holy, Infant Lowly: Words and music: Traditional Polish carol, translated and arranged by Edith Margaret Gellibrand Reed (1885 - 1933).
Le sommeil de l'enfant Jésus: Words and music by François-Auguste Gevaert (1828 - 1908).
Ye Shepherds Leave Your Flocks: Words and music Old French, translated by Caroline Hazard (1856 - 1945).
Kling, Glöckchen, klingelingeling: Words by Karl Enslin (1819 - 1875); music by Benedikt Widmann (1820 - 1910).
O Come, All Ye Faithful: Words: John F. Wade (1711 - 1786). v.1-3, 6 translated by Frederick Oakeley, 1841; v. 4, 5 Translated by William T. Brooke (1848 - 1917); music: 'Adeste Fideles' or 'Portuguese Hymn' John F. Wade, 1743.
Love Came Down at Christmas: Words by Christina Rossetti (1830 - 1894); music by J. E. Borland (1866 - 1937). From Carols Old and Carols New (1916) by Charles L. Hutchins (1838 - 1920).
Hymn for Christmas Day (See Amid the Winter's Snow): Words and music by Edward Caswall (1814 - 1878); words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833 - 1917); music arranged by Sir John Stainer (1840 - 1901)
Oh! la bonne nouvelle: Words, author unknown, from Cantiques de Noël anciens et nouveaux (1862); music by Ezwa.
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