Sing, Choirs of Angels!
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square · 2004
56 min · 14 tracks · classical music
A rich tapestry of choral harmonies and traditional melodies celebrating the spirit of Christmas.
Top tracks — play these first
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Silent Night — The rendition captures the serene essence of the classic carol, highlighting the choir’s ability to convey deep emotion through harmonies and dynamics.
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Candlelight Carol — This track stands out with its gentle melody and evocative lyrics that create a warm atmosphere, perfectly embodying the spirit of the holiday.
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What Sweeter Music — Featuring intricate vocal arrangements, this piece showcases the choir's technical skill and adds a celebratory flair to the album's overall festive tone.
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The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy — This lively arrangement blends traditional themes with uplifting energy, illustrating the choir’s versatility and engagement with diverse musical styles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong choral writing and lush arrangements, making it a solid seasonal offering.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of rich choral harmonies across all tracks, with arrangements that emphasize vocal layering.
- Each track maintains a slow to moderate tempo, creating a reflective and serene atmosphere throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Christmas melodies, while others introduce original compositions that blend seamlessly with the familiar tunes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting holiday spirit
- serene background for gatherings
- steady melodic journey
- warm choral harmonies
- calm reflective moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer modern production styles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved holiday album, celebrated in Christmas traditions and notable for its choral arrangements.
- Career context
- By 2004, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square had established itself as a prominent choir in the United States, known for its annual Christmas concerts. 'Sing, Choirs of Angels!' followed several successful holiday albums, solidifying their reputation and reflecting their commitment to preserving traditional Christmas music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eric Whitacre· Pentatonix· John Rutter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Saw Three Ships 3:00
- 2 Away in a Manger 4:13
- 3 Shepherd's Pipe Carol 3:05
- 4 Still, Still, Still 5:55
- 5 The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy 3:36
- 6 Infant Holy, Infant Lowly 3:54
- 7 O, Green and Shimmering Tree, Good Day! 3:23
- 8 What Sweeter Music 5:17
- 9 Angel's Carol 3:37
- 10 Fum, Fum, Fum! 1:37
- 11 Candlelight Carol 4:48
- 12 Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine 4:30
- 13 Silent Night 4:59
- 14 Oh, Come, All Ye Faithful 4:45
What to play next
Peace Like a River
2004
Continues the choral celebration with uplifting themes and harmonies.
America's Choir
2004
Sets the stage with patriotic and inspirational pieces that lead into a festive spirit.
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