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Christmas Chants

Gregorian · 2006

58 min · 16 tracks · new age music · crossover · symphonic rock

Ethereal harmonies intertwine with ancient chants, creating a tranquil backdrop for holiday reflections.

Christmas Chants is an album by Gregorian, released in 2006. Ethereal harmonies intertwine with ancient chants, creating a tranquil backdrop for holiday reflections. The album captures the essence of holiday spirit while showcasing Gregorian's unique style, earning them significant chart placements across Europe. It contributed to the growing popularity of new age music during the holiday season, influencing how traditional songs could be reinterpreted for modern audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Christmas Chants sound like?

Ethereal harmonies intertwine with ancient chants, creating a tranquil backdrop for holiday reflections. Rooted in new age music and crossover.

What makes Christmas Chants by Gregorian notable?

The album captures the essence of holiday spirit while showcasing Gregorian's unique style, earning them significant chart placements across Europe. It contributed to the growing popularity of new age music during the holiday season, influencing how traditional songs could be reinterpreted for modern audiences. Released in 2006, 'Christmas Chants' is Gregorian's exploration of festive themes through their signature blend of chant and modern instrumentation. This album followed their successful previous releases, solidifying their position in the crossover genre that fuses classical elements with contemporary appeal.

How many songs are on Christmas Chants?

Christmas Chants has 16 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·58:12

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ave Maria Standout 3:23
  • 2 Silent Night Standout 3:45
  • 3 When a Child Is Born 3:56
  • 4 Amazing Grace Standout 3:10
  • 5 The First Noel 3:31
  • 6 In the Bleak Midwinter 3:12
  • 7 Pie Jesu 3:44
  • 8 A Spaceman Came Travelling 4:44
  • 9 O Come All Ye Faithful 3:49
  • 10 Gloria in Excelsis 3:22
  • 11 Footsteps in the Snow 4:09
  • 12 Peace on Earth / Little Drummer Boy 2:49
  • 13 Sweeter the Bells 3:28
  • 14 Child in a Manger 3:20
  • 15 Happy Xmas War Is Over 3:46
  • 16 Auld Lang Syne 3:57

Release Date

January 1, 2006

Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

58 min 12 sec