This album finds U.S.-based Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo as pianist, joining a small instrumental ensemble and the Choir of Royal Holloway, directed by Rupert Gough, in 15 tracks on a wintry/Christmassy theme. Original compositions and arrangements of much-loved carols create a wonderfully heartwarming atmosphere—the aural equivalent, perhaps, of curling up in front of a fire. The harmonies seduce and the fresh voices of the Choir of Royal Holloway are a delight.
- 2016
- 2020
- 2023
- The Ecclesium Choir & Philip Stopford
- Dan Forrest & Beckenhorst Singers
- Owen Rees & Choir of The Queen's College, Oxford
- The Choral Scholars of University College Dublin, Desmond Earley & Irish Chamber Orchestra
- Commotio & Matthew Berry
- The King's Singers & National Youth Choir of Great Britain