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01. Willis, Clover "Minuit Chr?tiens (O Holy Night) (Cantique No?l)" L'Enfance du Christ op. 25 (Oratorium) (Auszug) 02. Humphries, Robert "L'adieu des bergers ? la sainte famille" 03. Humphries, Robert "O mon ?me" 04. Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambride "Il est n? le divin enfant (bearb. von Gabriel Faur?)" 05. Tett, Isabelle "No?l (Chant des religieuses de Uhland)" Weihnachts-Oratorium (Auszug) 06. Willis, Clover "Domine, ego credidi" 07. Willis, Clover "Alleluia" 08. Willis, Clover "Nous voici dans la ville (bearb. von L?on Roques)" 09. Willis, Clover "Quelle est cette odeur agr?able? (bearb. von L?on Roques)" 10. Pau, Kavi "Quittez, pasteurs (bearb. von L?on Roques)" 11. Myles, Emily "No?l nouvelet (bearb. von L?on Roques)" 12. Pau, Kavi "La vierge ? la cr?che (bearb. von Joseph Noyon)" 13. Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambride "No?l des enfants qui n'ont plus des maisons" 14. Willis, Clover "C ur de J?sus enfant" 15. Webster, Alice "La neige" No?l au village (Auszug) 16. Humphries, Robert "C'est aujourd'hui" 17. Humphries, Robert "Dans les cieux r?gne l'all?gresse" 18. Hulbert, Maisie "No?l d'enfants (bearb. von Gabriel Faur?)" 19. Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambride "Adeste fideles (bearb. von Charles Gounod)"
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Choir Of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge |
 | | Description: | Cantique De Noel is an album by G. Faure, released in 2018. The album is a classical CD. - CHOIR OF GONVILLE & CAIUS COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGEGeoffrey Webber and his choir have developed a reputation for exploring the unusual, and this album is no exception. A number of traditional French melodies have been adapted over the years to become familiar Christmas fare in English-speaking lands; on this recording, though, they are heard in their original French arrangements, and accompanied by the French-style organ in the chapel of Exeter College, Oxford, with it's pungent reeds and powerful string stops. The resulting Romantic fervor is an aspect of Christmas that is sometimes lost amid the Anglo-Saxon tradition of Christmas trees and domestic bliss, and it gives fresh context and meaning to beloved music from Berlioz and his successors. The Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, is one of the UK's leading collegiate choirs, with a world-wide reputation based on it's extensive touring, it's exciting programme of concerts and broadcasts, and highly acclaimed recordings. The choir consists of 24 singers, 2 organists and the Director, Dr Geoffrey Webber. It's history stems from the late nineteenth century when the choir was directed by the composer Charles Wood."Cantique de Noël" on CD presents a radiant and atmospheric collection of Christmas and sacred choral music, performed by the Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge under the direction of distinguished composer and conductor John (or Andrew) Webber. Centered around the timeless carol "Cantique de Noël" ("O Holy Night") and related seasonal repertoire, this recording combines refined academic choral tradition with warm expressive singing, offering a contemplative yet festive soundscape for the Christmas season. Clear textures, precise intonation and a beautifully balanced ensemble bring out both the intimacy and the grandeur of the music, making this disc ideal for attentive listening as well as for creating a serene holiday atmosphere.
The Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge is one of the respected collegiate choirs in the British choral landscape. Known for its liturgical role in the college chapel and a broad program of concerts and tours, the choir stands for stylistic versatility from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary works. Their recordings are appreciated for clarity of diction, musical intelligence and a distinctive, bright choral sound that combines youthful freshness with professional discipline. On this album, the choir's long tradition and training are clearly audible in the finely shaped phrases and the sensitive balance between solo and ensemble passages.
Delphian, the label behind this release, is an independent classical music company based in the United Kingdom and is widely regarded as one of the most interesting contributors to today's classical recording scene. The label has built a strong reputation for artistically curated projects, particularly in choral, organ and chamber music, and for giving both established artists and emerging ensembles a carefully produced platform. Delphian recordings are known for their high production values, acoustically sensitive venues and thoughtfully designed booklets, all of which help to present the repertoire in an engaging, modern light.
"Cantique de Noël" will appeal to listeners who value refined choral artistry, well-chosen seasonal repertoire and an intimate, chapel-like sound world. Whether as a special addition to a Christmas music collection or as a way to discover the Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge in full seasonal glow, this CD offers a timeless listening experience that balances devotional depth with accessible, melodic beauty. |  | | Manufacturer No.: |
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