A Cavalier Christmas
Sheet Music

SKU: NX.RES10202

By Chelys Consort of Viols, Paul Gameson, and The Ebor Singers. By Alessandro Grandi, George Jeffreys, Henry Lawes, John Jenkins, Martin Peerson, Orlando Gibbons, Richard Dering, and William Byrd. Classical. CD. Naxos #RES10202. Published by Naxos (NX.RES10202).

Following on from their debut release on Resonus - 'Music for Troubled Times' - The Ebor Singers, with director Paul Gameson, returns to the label with a companion album of music for Christmas from the time of the English Civil War. With 'A Cavalier Christmas', the choir are joined by the Chelys Consort of Viols in exploring this fascinating, yet turbulent, period in music as Charles I sought to continue to observe the festive season in style, contrary to attempts by England's Puritan-influenced parliament to ban such celebrations. Acclaimed for performances and recordings that sparkle with fresh insight and vibrant musicality, The Ebor Singers has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting vocal ensembles in the north of England. Based in the beautiful medieaval city of York, the choir performs regularly in the city's stunning buildings, including York Minster.