Christmas Praise

Track Listings

1. Wishing You Christmas

2. O What a Night

3. Happy Birthday Jesus

4. What Does Christmas Mean

5. Glory to Your Name

6. Joy to the World

7. We Praise You O'Lord

8. Jesus, You're Worthy

9. New Born King

Tracks:

Fanfare Alleluia/Praise To The Lord, The Almighty
Come, Thou Fount Of Every Blessing
This Is My Father's World
Hallelujah Corus
Fugue In C Major
Come, Come, Ye Saints
O Home Beloved
Come Let Us Anew
Bound For The Promised Land
Shenandoah
Cindy
Danny Boy
Climb Ev'ry Mountain
Battle Hymn Of The Republic
Praise TO The Lord, The Almighty (Reprise)
God Be With You Till We Meet Again

Customer Reviews:

Perfect starter CD!.......2005-02-12

I'm surprised that no one has reviewed this CD yet. Released in conjuction with the Nationally-released PBS documentary "America's Choir" - this album is a perfect starting place for people who wish to have a sampler of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Serving as both a latter-day "greatest hits" and a stand alone album, this CD gathers six tracks from the Choir's recently released albums "Consider The Lilies," "Spirit Of America" and "Peace Like A River" and adds TEN brand new tracks recorded specially for this project, creating a perfect sampler of both the Choir's magnificent history and it's current sound. It highlights the strengths of the Choir's repetoire, from well-known hymns ("Come Thou Fount Of Every Blessing") to patriotic standards ("Battle Hymn Of The Republic") to folk songs ("Shenandoah," "Bound For The Promised Land") and even some surprises, like the traditional Welsh anthem "O Home Beloved" and the "Fugue In C Major (Jig)" for organ and orchestra. A wonderful, wonderful CD, with startling changes in mood and tempo, but with the unifying artistry of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Sqare.

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Give it a few listens before you make up your mind!
5-Star Christmas
Wonderful
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Worth the Buy

The Christmas Sessions
MercyMe , and Mercy Me
Manufacturer: Sony
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WOW Christmas
Undone
Winter Wonderland

ASIN: B000AA304I
Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

It Came Upon The Midnight Clear
Gloria
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
Winter Wonderland/White Christmas
Christmas Time Is Here
Silent Night
Away
Drummer Boy
I Heard The Bells
O Holy Night
Joseph's Lullaby

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Stocking caps off to Mercyme, the best selling Christian rock band, for making a solid Christmas rock record that ranks as one of the year's best holiday releases. The Christmas Sessions showcase Bart Millard's arching pipes and the band's ability to rock many of the traditional hymns and popular carols without excess or restraint. No mean feat. Even "Silent Night," here played as it were always a country-rocker (with Amy Grant singing harmony), is rendered with spirited reinvention, while the band's guitar-driven sound always seems to draw yet more from such classics as "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" and "It Came Upon The Midnight Clear." Although the entire group could be accused of being U2's poor American cousins (despite Millard not yet having achieved the global sainthood of Bono for his humanitarian work), no one is going to be disappointed if this record gets wrapped up with a cool bow and pretty paper, or stuffed in a long stocking hanging on the mantle. Highly recommended. --Martin Keller

Customer Reviews:

Give it a few listens before you make up your mind!.......2007-03-06

My teenager and I didn't like this at all the first time we listened to it because the Christmas songs you all know and love were changed to where you couldn't sing along. But after I listened a few times, I actually really liked, and in some cases preferred, the new arrangements. My son still didn't like the rearrangement of "Gloria, in excelsis deo", but I really like it.
Just go into it knowing that they're different, and give them a chance! It's now March, and my 5-yr-old is still asking to hear "Little Drummer Boy"! (Which she calls pa-rum-pa-pum-pum!)

5-Star Christmas.......2007-02-15

One of the best contemporay Christmas albums out there. Each song is unique in style and I'm looking forward to more volumes in this series from Mercy Me.

Wonderful.......2007-02-08

I had not heard of MercyMe before, but was looking for some Christmas music and found this. I was totally blown away by this group. I still listen to the CD even though it's well past Christmas. I am shopping for more of their music now and really like the fact I can sample the songs before I buy.

Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree.......2007-01-19

I love southern rock, christmas songs, and worshipful riffs. Although the songs were too short, this CD delivered all of the above. From the Raucus Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree to the Heartfelt Drummer Boy to the Rap Wrap-Up of Josephs Lullaby...the arrangements are fairly predictable - but I enjoyed THIS Christmas CD and it will NOT be re-gifted!

Worth the Buy.......2007-01-12

I have really enjoyed this CD. Mercy Me is one of my favorite bands and has created a great Christmas CD. My favorite song has to be "Silent Night." If you are looking for an addition to your Christmas collection, this is a great choice.

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Abide with Me and other favourite hymns

Manufacturer: Naxos
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ASIN: B000B6N69A
Release Date: 2005-10-18

Tracks:

All People That On Earth Do Dwell
Dear Lord And Father Of Mankind
King Of Glory, King Of Peace
Ye Watchers And Ye Holy Ones
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silent
Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
All My Hope On God Is Founded
The Lord's My Shepherd
Tell Out, My Soul
Christ Is Made The Sure Foundation
Come Down, O Love Divine
Praise To The Lord, The Almighty, The King Of Creation
And Did Those Feet In Ancient Time (Jerusalem)
Abide With Me
Alleluya, Sing To Jesus!
Ye Holy Angels Bright
My Song Is Love Unknown
Holy, Holy, Holy!
Glorious Things Of Thee Are Spoken
O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing
Praise, My Soul, The King Of Heaven
O Praise Ye Lord

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An Absolute Delight!
Father show me where I fit into this plan of yours. . .
Just beautiful...where are all the other reviews???

The Promise
Michael Card
Manufacturer: Sparrow Records
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Michael Card - Joy in the Journey: 10 Years of Greatest Hits
Brother to Brother
The Way of Wisdom
Poiema
Soul Anchor

ASIN: B000008E0O
Release Date: 1994-10-07

Tracks:

The Promise
Unto Us A Son Is
What Her Heart Remembered
Joseph's Song
Vicit Agnus Noster
Shepherd's Watch
Jacob's Star
We Will Find Him
Thou The Promise
Immanuel

Customer Reviews:

An Absolute Delight!.......2005-11-15

I don't think there is a singer alive who can take the word of God and teach it to us through beautiful music better than Michael Card does. I was first introduced to his music by a coworker in the late eighties, and I have been a big fan ever since. I was so glad when this album, The Promise, first came out as I was hoping for a Christmas album from Michael. It is the first album we play at our house each Christmas season, and we listen to it many times each year. I can't even select a favorite song from this album because I love each and every one of them. If you ever have an opportunity to see Michael in concert, please do. It is an awe-inspiring experience that you will never forget!

Father show me where I fit into this plan of yours. . . .......2004-12-14

Back in September of 1996 I was not a christian. . .and having been diagnosed positively with MS a year earlier, I thought I was hoplessly doomed to a slow decline in physical abilities until I finally came to my end. . . but by God's grace, I somehow became a member of a choir singing these very songs behind Michael Card himself! We practiced for 11 weeks learning our parts and finally sang with Michael (and a young Fernando Ortega playing the piano and Darwin Hobbs singing some leads) before we went on tour with them to three smaller towns in Nebraska. Although every song on this CD was performed, the choir only joined in on a few . . . like "Unto Us A Son Is Given", "Vicit Agnus", "Shepherds Watch","Thou The Promise" and, of course, "Immanuel". I still get goose bumps when I hear these songs. And the ones Michael sang alone, i.e. "Joseph's Song" and "We Will Find Him" are especially moving.

I came to know the Lord listening to these songs and I learned to trust in His Promises.

Just beautiful...where are all the other reviews???.......2004-11-21

I'm listening to this lovely Christmas CD right now, and every song is a piece of the story of Christ's birth. With the soothing voice of Michael Card's tenor, and the lovely instrumental work involved, this CD always puts me at ease. "Joseph's Song" especially will get to you with it's sweet melody and tender lyrics. A must-have if you're a fan of Christmas music, or just an album to put in the CD player after a long day on the job. Now...where are all the other reviews? How did this one get missed???

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Truly joyous music

Home to Thanksgiving
Theatre Of Voices , His Majestie's Clerkes , and Andrew Lawrence-King
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ASIN: B000028TXS
Release Date: 1999-10-19

Tracks:

Timothy Swan: Rainbow: 'Tis By Thy Strength The Mountains Stand'
William Tans'ur: Colchester: 'O 'twas a joyful sound to hear'
Jeremiah Ingalls: The Apple Tree
Peter Abelard: 0 quanta qualia
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John Cage: The Year Begins to Be Ripe
Benedicamus Domino
William Billings: Jordan: 'There Is A Land Of Pure Delight'
Abram Wood: Worcester: 'How Beauteous Are Their Feet'
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Peter Abelard: Epithalamica
It was summer now
The Keel Row II (harp solo) Howard Skempton
Give good gifts one to another
William Billings: Chester: 'Let The Tyrants Shake Their Iron Rod'
Elisha West: Evening Hymn: 'The Day Is Past And Gone'

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An album celebrating harvest's end, Home to Thanksgiving is a harvest itself, selected from nearly a dozen Hillier CDs. The only thing that suffered as the result of Paul Hillier's separation from the Hilliard Ensemble was his albums' graphic design. By leaving Hilliard, the men's vocal group he'd helmed, Hillier abandoned the elegant packaging afforded him by ECM Records. On ECM, his penchant for plainchant was matched by stark photography, lending a steady visual horizon while his group darted maverickly between liturgical music and Arvo Pärt's minimalism.

Somehow at Harmonia Mundi, a new Hillier collection calls for a Currier and Ives painting. So be it. Hillier listeners understand that no marketing feat can fill the gaps that punctuate the 12th-century "O quanta qualia"; only a faith in his distinct musical agenda (or, perhaps, His) can bridge such pauses. There is communal cheer ("The Apple Tree," dating from the Revolution, has a catchy chorus), but it's tempered by introversion. Secular Puritan John Cage shows up, having set lyrics by Thoreau. That follows a 16th-century snippet of Thomas Tallis, and is followed itself by a 12th-century piece that attenuates 13 syllables of benediction for over four minutes. Currier and Ives may greet listeners at the cabin door, but Hillier waits inside with a sermon straight out of Jonathan Edwards. --Marc Weidenbaum

Customer Reviews:

Truly joyous music.......2005-10-27

This is a wonderful collection of music for thanksgiving - not just for the holiday, but for everyday. From the energetic opening, "Tis By Thy Strength The Mountains Stand", to the haunting "Evening Hymn" at close, this music is pure joy to listen to. The styles are quite varied and cover everything from plainchant to a somewhat modern take on Thoreau, and it is all very well performed. It is music that sends the soul soaring in thanksgiving to God.

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Sowerby At Trinity

Manufacturer: Albany Records
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ASIN: B00003XAUR
Release Date: 2000-01-25

Tracks:

Suite For Organ: Chorale And Fugue
Suite For Organ: Fantasy For Flute Stops
Suite For Organ: Air With Variations
Suite For Organ: March
Fantasy For Trumpet And Organ
Ballade
Rhapsody
Pageant

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A must!
dale warland singers
Very fine collection - well sung
One of the great choral recordings
Well-compiled and sung lesser-known works for the holidays.

December Stillness
The Dale Warland Singers
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ASIN: B000003M4S
Release Date: 1995-09-30

Tracks:

Long, Long Ago
Song Of Cherubim
The Rune Of Hospitality
Corpus Christi Carol
Magnificat
All Night Vigil, Opus 37: Praise The Name Of The Lord
The Oxen
Ave Maria
Ave Maria
Four Motets For Christmastime: Quem vidistis pastores dicite
Evensong
Little Tree

Customer Reviews:

A must!.......2005-09-26

One of the most beautiful, well-made choral CDs to be released anywhere in recent memory. A must for any choral enthusiast. Wonderfully fresh, gorgeous, and challenging program. One or two of the tracks, such as Busto's Ave Maria and Part's Magnificat are slightly below the choir's standard of excellence, but it is easy to forgive considering the incredible performances on the rest of the CD. The Penderecki, Houkom, and Paulus in particular are absolutely ravishing; I truly don't think choral singing has ever gotten closer to perfection.

dale warland singers.......2005-07-01

once again the dale warland singers have produced a recording of wonderful singing and terrific (while perhaps slightly obscure) repertoire. this eclectic recording of lesser-known choral works is truly worth purchasing. from the simplistic beauty of "little tree" to the fresh dissonances of "the rune of hospitality", this recording is a treasure. however, i would recommend it to those with an experience ear.

Very fine collection - well sung.......2003-06-12

At times I have not been terribly impressed with albums like this from American choirs, but this one is very good indeed. It's certainly an eclectic collection, including music from around the world. The singing is almost always exceptional, with some outstanding interpretations of the lesser-known works. My favourites would have to be the two settings of 'Ave Maria' by Stravinsky and Javier Busto (a Basque composer, who has developed a wonderful choral-writing style). Also of note are Part's 'Magnificat' and Poulenc's 'Quem Vidistes Pastores'.

I highly recommend this recording - as other reviewers have said, it's worth playing all year round (in New Zealand, the stillness is in July anyway - not December!).

One of the great choral recordings.......2002-04-20

Minneapolis-based conductor Dale Warland directs this superb chorus that specializes in 20th-century music. The collection here is an outstanding demonstration of the group's artistry, with some compositions by well-knowns such as Stravinsky and Arvo Prt, and others that are relatively unknown.

It's hard to choose favorites from such a line-up, but the vocal and artistic highlight for me is Penderecki's "Song of Cherubim" - an absolutely stunning piece sung with the precision that is one of the hallmarks of this group. Alf Houkom's "The Rune of Hospitality" has a gorgeous melody that resonated in my head for days afterward. I also like Trond Kverno's magnificent "Corpus Christi Carol," and Stephen Paulus' quietly moving "Evensong." But every single track is a gem, and throughout the program, this remarkable group demonstrates impeccable technique and ensemble unity.

American Choral Classics has done this project justice with sound of crystal clarity and presence. When coupled with such artistry, the result is one of the finest choral recordings I have ever heard.

Don't be deterred by the "holiday" nature of the collection. The music and the performances are of such a high caliber, you'll want to listen to it year-round.

Well-compiled and sung lesser-known works for the holidays........1999-08-27

This is a very well-conceived collection of mostly lesser-known choral gems for the holidays, combined with a few more famous selections. For years, Warland has championed the cause of otherwise obscure choral works, as well as choral composers whose works deserve a broader audience. The benefit to these composers, their works, and the discerning listener, is the consummate professionalism, musicianship, artistry, and craftsmanship with which Dale Warland, his singers, and even the recording engineers and technicians lend to their album projects.

As a former student of Dr. Alf S. Houkom, composer of "The Rune of Hospitality" (found on this recording), and a choral conductor myself, I rejoiced in the knowledge that this work, and others like it, are finally getting the exposure, as well as the professional treatment, that they so richly deserve. Bravo, Mr. Warland, and thank you for the gift of this album. This is truly in the spirit of the season.

A Timeless Christmas
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Christmas jublilation

My favorite Christmas CD

Watch Out Kirk Franklin and the Family...

The Best!!! E-V-E-R-Y Song is Fabulous! Urban/Classical/Jazz ... Fresh!

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A Timeless Christmas
Israel & New Breed
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Nutcracker Overture
Everybody Knows
Hark
O Come
Tidings (God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen)
Christmas Worship Medley
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By Christmas Day
Nocturnal Mist
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Christmas jublilation.......2007-01-12

This christmas cd made my Christmas holiday beautiful. I played the whole cd over and over again and it brought great joy and delight to all who visited my home throughout the holiday season. Israel needs to be encouraged to do more cd's like this one. He sounds so good with an orchestra behind him.

My favorite Christmas CD.......2007-01-10

Loved it! Will probably have to purchase another one next year because I wore this one out! If you don't have it, get it!

Watch Out Kirk Franklin and the Family..........2006-12-29

The voice of the new generation of praise and worshippers is at it again. This cd was great. all of the arrangements are classic on each song, but the kicker was the Nutcracker Interludes! Electric guitars, thumping bass, a tight drum beat (that never leaves the pocket!)... I could go on and on. The "Christmas Worship Medley" leaves tears in your eyes, "Sonny Boy Christmas" makes you smile, and Lalah Hathaways voice on this cd is spectacular! The guest really added to the cd!! I loved it and so will you!!

The Best!!! E-V-E-R-Y Song is Fabulous! Urban/Classical/Jazz ... Fresh!.......2006-12-27

Israel's CD is one of the best CDs I've heard. I've loved Gospel, Jazz, Classical for years. This CD has many types of music creatively and fabulously packaged into one production! My kids love it! We love it! I've shared this CD with several others who absolutely love it!

It is an anointed PRODUCTION that will impact people from all "walks of life!"

Amazing!.......2006-12-26

Try listening to this and not moving. You can't! The arrangements and musicians are truly wonderful. After just one listen through I found myself humming "Everybody Knows." There are some sounds reminiscent of Earth, Wind and Fire and one song even brought "Thriller" to mind. This is definitely one to add to your collection.

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Setting the mood.

Classic Thanksgiving Songs of Praise

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Praise My Soul - Halifax Choral Society/John Pryce-Jones
Immortal Invisible - Halifax Choral Society/John Pryce-Jones
Canzon Septimi Toni - London Symphony Orchestra Brass/Eric Crees
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Symphony No.5: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God - National Symphony Orchestra Of Ireland/Reinhard Seifried

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Setting the mood........2007-02-20

This is a great collection of fall/harvest/thanksgiving hymnes. I enjoyed listening to it and getting in the Thanksgiving mood.

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a voice teacher and early music fan
Dan Schutte's Here I Am, Lord
Dan Schutte's Here I Am, Lord
God is an Englishman

English Hymn 1

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ASIN: B000038I68
Release Date: 1999-12-14

Tracks:

Christ Triumpant, Ever Reigning (Guiting Power)
How Shall I Sing That Majesty [Coe Fen]
Like a Mighty River Flowing (Old Yeavering)
Father, Hear the Prayer We Offer (Cypress Court)
I Vow to Thee, My Country (Thaxted)
We Sing the Praise of Him Who Died (Bow Brickhill)
I, Lord of Sea and Sky (Here I Am, Lord)
All My Hope on God If Founded (Michael)
Give Me the Wings of Faith (San Rocco)
Lord Jesus Christ (Living Lord)
For All the Saints (Sine Nomine)
My Song Is Love Unknown (Love Unknown)
Praise the Lord of Heaven (Vicars' Close)
Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken (Abbot's Leigh)
Come Down, O Love Divine (Down Ampney)
Hark What a Sound, and Too Divine for Hearing (Highwood)
King of Glory, King of Peace (Redland)
Holy Spirti, Ever Dwelling [Salisbury]
For the Fruit of His Creation [East Acklam]
Lead, Kindly Light (Alberta)
Lord, for the Years Your Love Has Kept and Guided (Lord of the Years)
Thy Hand, O God, Has Guided (Thorbury)

Customer Reviews:

a voice teacher and early music fan.......2007-02-05

This is a really good representation of 20th century hymn tunes sung by a typical British Choir made up of boy sopranos, male altos and the usual number of tenors and basses. The choir sings very well using good diction and appropriate interpretation. The arrangements are varied, different groups of voices singing parts of a hymn usually alternating and eventually the full choir joins in; nothing unusual in the arrangements themselves. There is a nice variety of hymns, some more interesting than others. I will comment on a few of them as follows:
The opening hymn:'Christ, triumphant, ever reigning' is a good opener in that it is quick and begins with the boy sopranos and immediately gets your attention. John Barnard's majestic 'Guiting Power' tune sweeps the words up in a wide-ranging,flowing melody that creates from them a fine hymn.
'I, the Lord of sea and sky(Here I am, Lord) is a truly striking hymn! The words of this song begin with a proclamation in the verses; this is answered in the refrain by the singer's commitment to service. This is reflected in the tune. The melody for the verses has a vigorous movement to proclaim the work of God in creation, His continuing love for that creation,and His call for service. Both the words and music are by the American Jesuit musician Daniel L. Schutte, who has served both on college campuses and in parish ministry.
'All My Hope On God Is Founded' the tune of which is written by Herbert Howells and is called 'Michael'in memory of his son who died in childhood. It is a lovely melody and the words suit it very well.
The composer Ralph Vaughan Williams was the music editor of the 'English Hymnal'. The most widely used of his own tunes was the 'Monk's Gate' which he created from a folk tune. It is subtly contrived, as the rhythm of the alleluias shows. 'Sine nomine' simply means without a name.The resulting hymn is 'For All the Saints'.

The Wells Cathedral Choir under the direction of Malcolm Archer accompanied by Rupert Gough on the organ have produced an excellent disc.

Dan Schutte's Here I Am, Lord.......2001-01-08

I bought this collection because I saw the song, Here I Am, Lord written by Daniel Schutte. I grew up singing this song and many other pieces from the St. Louis Jesuits and this continues to be one that has deep meaning for me. In addition, the other pieces in this collection are very enjoyable to listen to, not only for worship but for time of reflection.

Dan Schutte's Here I Am, Lord.......2001-01-08

God is an Englishman.......2000-06-05

After the Anglican Communion, particularly the American branch, has completed its transformation from a church to a political-social club, at least it will be remembered for two things: the beautiful and influential language of its Book of Common Prayer (1662) and its wonderful music. The English Hymn, volume 1, is a promising start to another English music series by Hyperion. This series complements Hyperion's English Anthems series, its Psalms at St. Paul's (many volumes of Anglican chant), and its two-CD collection of "Mags and Nuncs" (My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord and My Spirit Hath Rejoiced). Volume 1, "Christ Triumphant," features hymns written in the 20th century. The styles of the hymns range from confident, pre-Great War, "God is an Englishman" roof-raisers to insipid, happy-clappy jingles, which inadvertently, I assume, parallel the decline of the church. The Wells Cathedral Choir sings with gusto and, typical of Hyperion, the sound quality is excellent. My only disappointment came when the CD ended - is this all there is to the 20th century? I hope Hyperion plans to include more than one volume on the 20th century in this series. If you enjoy this type of music, you will be satisfied with this CD. If you have CDs from the other series listed above, the English Hymn, vol. 1, and a programmable, carousel-CD player, now you can click your heels and transport yourself to Evensong at King's College, Cambridge, or St. Paul's, London!

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1. Wishing You Christmas
2. O What a Night
3. Happy Birthday Jesus
4. What Does Christmas Mean
5. Glory to Your Name
6. Joy to the World
7. We Praise You O'Lord
8. Jesus, You're Worthy
9. New Born King