Keeping Christmas
Beloved Carols and the Christmas Story
By (artist) Gloriae Dei Cantores
$16.99
- ISBN: 9781557258021
- Trim size: 0 x 0 inches
- Weight: 3 ounces.
- Publication Date: 01 Dec 2010
- Product ID: CD50
- Format: CD-Audio
A glorious way to experience Christmas!
Quiet your thoughts, find a peaceful space,and put Keeping Christmas in your CD player to enjoy a traditional "Service of Readings and Carols" in the comfort of your own home. Intertwined with the tranquil and beautiful choral music of Gloriae Dei Cantores are readings from the Gospel of Matthew—reverently retelling the story of Christ's birth. In addition to the well-loved Christmas carols such as "Carol of the Star," "Shall I tell you who will come to Bethlehem?" "A Tender Shoot," and the Nativity Carol, this recording includes the beloved Missa ad Praesepe ("Mass of the Cradle") originally written for Westminster Cathedral in London. The CD runs about 70 minutes.
Each year at Christmas, Gloriae Dei Cantores celebrates the traditional candlelit Advent Service of Lessons and Carols, re-telling the stories of Christ's birth that stir us with memories and hopes for peace and love. As you listen to these carols and stories, let your heart fill with gratitude for our many blessings, and with goodwill toward others. Gloriae Dei Cantores offers this recording with a prayer that the joy of the season brings you renewed hope and a fresh sense of wonder!
Quiet your thoughts, find a peaceful space,and put Keeping Christmas in your CD player to enjoy a traditional "Service of Readings and Carols" in the comfort of your own home. Intertwined with the tranquil and beautiful choral music of Gloriae Dei Cantores are readings from the Gospel of Matthew—reverently retelling the story of Christ's birth. In addition to the well-loved Christmas carols such as "Carol of the Star," "Shall I tell you who will come to Bethlehem?" "A Tender Shoot," and the Nativity Carol, this recording includes the beloved Missa ad Praesepe ("Mass of the Cradle") originally written for Westminster Cathedral in London. The CD runs about 70 minutes.
Each year at Christmas, Gloriae Dei Cantores celebrates the traditional candlelit Advent Service of Lessons and Carols, re-telling the stories of Christ's birth that stir us with memories and hopes for peace and love. As you listen to these carols and stories, let your heart fill with gratitude for our many blessings, and with goodwill toward others. Gloriae Dei Cantores offers this recording with a prayer that the joy of the season brings you renewed hope and a fresh sense of wonder!
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“One of the finest crafted, best blended, and innately musical ensembles with which I have had the pleasure to work.” —Keith Lockhart, Conductor BOSTON POPS
Gloriae Dei Cantores collaborated with The Boston Pops on 10 Christmas Holiday Tours
Gloriae Dei Cantores collaborated with The Boston Pops on 10 Christmas Holiday Tours
“One of North America’s...finest choirs” —Gramophone
“They sing with absolute fluency and authority” —Gramophone
“They sing with absolute fluency and authority” —Gramophone
“Exquisite singing – undoubtedly one of the premier choral ensembles in the world.” —President, American Classical Music Hall of Fame
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