If On a Winter's Night...
Sting · 2009
50 min · 15 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae
A soothing blend of winter-themed melodies and traditional carols infused with Sting's distinctive vocal warmth.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- soothing winter ambiance calm evening reflections gentle, melodic storytelling
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'If On a Winter's Night...' is Sting's tenth studio album, following his 2006 release 'Songs from the Labyrinth'. At this stage in his career, he was exploring more introspective themes and a return to acoustic instrumentation, marking a shift from his earlier pop-driven sound.
- If you like
- jazz, new wave, reggae
If On a Winter's Night... is an album by Sting, released in 2009. A soothing blend of winter-themed melodies and traditional carols infused with Sting's distinctive vocal warmth. 'If On a Winter's Night...' received critical acclaim for its serene arrangements and thoughtful reinterpretations of holiday music. Debuting at number 12 on the Billboard 200, it solidified Sting's ability to create timeless seasonal music that resonates across generations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does If On a Winter's Night... sound like?
A soothing blend of winter-themed melodies and traditional carols infused with Sting's distinctive vocal warmth. Rooted in jazz and new wave.
What makes If On a Winter's Night... by Sting notable?
'If On a Winter's Night...' received critical acclaim for its serene arrangements and thoughtful reinterpretations of holiday music. Debuting at number 12 on the Billboard 200, it solidified Sting's ability to create timeless seasonal music that resonates across generations. Released in 2009, 'If On a Winter's Night...' is Sting's tenth studio album, following his 2006 release 'Songs from the Labyrinth'. At this stage in his career, he was exploring more introspective themes and a return to acoustic instrumentation, marking a shift from his earlier pop-driven sound.
Who is If On a Winter's Night... for?
If On a Winter's Night... works well if you're into soothing winter ambiance, calm evening reflections and gentle, melodic storytelling.
How many songs are on If On a Winter's Night...?
If On a Winter's Night... has 15 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Gabriel’s Message Standout 2:33
- 2 Soul Cake 3:27
- 3 There Is No Rose of Such Virtue Standout 4:03
- 4 The Snow It Melts the Soonest 3:43
- 5 Christmas at Sea 4:37
- 6 Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming 2:41
- 7 Cold Song 3:16
- 8 The Burning Babe 2:42
- 9 Now Winter Comes Slowly 3:05
- 10 The Hounds of Winter 5:49
- 11 Balulalow 3:10
- 12 Cherry Tree Carol 3:11
- 13 Lullaby for an Anxious Child Standout 2:50
- 14 The Hurdy-Gurdy Man 2:49
- 15 You Only Cross My Mind in Winter 2:35
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