Norwich Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Ashely Grote, sing with superlative passion and intelligence, with their beautifully rounded sound being enhanced by the magnificent Romantic-era Cathedral organ, newly restored in 2023.
The programme combines new works by Sally Beamish, Bob Chilcott, and Will Todd, with beloved Christmas carols drawn from all time periods, elevated to new heights by the Onyx Brass Ensemble, supplying a majestic and brilliant gilding. Particularly noteworthy are Ashley Grote’s own arrangements of the title track, Lord of the Dance, and O Come Emmanuel, showcasing his creative spirit and his deep sympathy with the text.
O Come O Come, Emmanuel - Anonymous
Away in a Manger - William J. Kirkpatrick
Once in Royal David's City - Henry John Gauntlett
Lord of the Dance
The First Nowell - Traditional
Alleluis! A New Work is come on Hand - Bob Chilcott
In the Stillness - Sally Beamish
O Little Down of Bethlehem - Traditional
In dulci jubilo - Traditional
I Saw Three Ships - Traditional
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear - Traditional
Silent Night - Franz Xaver Gruber
Midwinter - bob Chilcott
While Shepheard Watched Their Flocks by Night - Anonymous
My Lord has come - Will Todd
O come, All Ye Faithful - Anonymous
Sussex Carol - Traditional
Hark! The herald-angels sing
Jingle Bells - James Lord Pierpont
We wish you a merry Christm
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