About this book
Christmas Carol Collection 2015 by Various invites listeners on a centuries-spanning journey through the sounds of the season, blending familiar favorites and rare gems into a single festive Music experience. This curated anthology pairs medieval melodies, Victorian hymnody, African-American spirituals and French carol traditions—featuring timeless pieces like O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, What Child Is This? and Go Tell It on the Mountain—alongside lesser-known lullabies and pastoral songs. Selections range from 14th- and 15th-century chant and Greensleeves-era tunes to Victorian poetry set to music, Welsh cradle hymns and translated Latin carols, showcasing arrangements that reflect evolving Christmas worship and popular celebration across languages and eras.
Warm themes of nativity, hope, consolation and communal joy thread through the program, presented in English and French and performed with reverence and historical flavor. Ideal for listeners who love traditional choral and folk holiday music, historical music enthusiasts, or anyone building a thoughtful seasonal playlist, this collection delivers both soothing lullabies and robust carols—perfect for quiet reflection or festive gatherings.
