Leonard Bernstein - The Joy Of Christmas (1963) Vinyl LP • Silent Night, Carols

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Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles; light clicks near beginning of "Joy to the World" (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, light-scuffing, discoloration with darker spots (front/back); "Rules for use" sticker near front bottom-left, writing near top center and spot of sticker residue near center right. Inner-sleeve is original (lyrics/credits); library stamp on one side. Spine is mostly readable with wear. Minor shelf-wear along top-edge, heavier across bottom-edge with split near center. Corners show wear. Opening is crisp with signs of use and divots with tape on one inside edge. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. O Come, All Ye Faithful
2. The Twelfth Night Song
3. Away In A Manger
4. Carol Of The Bells
5. The Animal Carol (The Friendly Beasts)
6. The Twelve Days Of Christmas
7. O Little Town Of Bethlehem
8. Patapan (Willie, Take Your Drum)
9. Joy To The World
10. Lullay My Liking
11. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
12. La Virgen Lava Pañales
13. Deck The Halls With Boughs Of Holly
14. Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine
15. Once In Royal David's City
16. Silent Night, Holy Night

About The Record:

The Joy Of Christmas, by Leonard Bernstein, is a beloved Christmas album featuring the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the New York Philharmonic, with Richard P. Condie directing the choir. This recording stands out for its sophisticated orchestral arrangements of classic carols, blending the renowned choral power of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir with Bernstein's dynamic conducting. A unique aspect is its inclusion of lesser-known selections like The Animal Carol and The Twelfth Night Song alongside timeless favorites such as O Come, All Ye Faithful, Away in a Manger, Carol of the Bells, The Twelve Days of Christmas, and Joy to the World. It holds historical significance as one of Leonard Bernstein's few forays into holiday repertoire and a notable collaboration between a prominent classical conductor, a major American orchestra, and the iconic choir. The album itself became a hit, achieving RIAA Gold certification and reaching No. 8 on the Billboard charts in its era, while enduring as a cherished seasonal classic.