With over 3 million records sold, countless sold-out tours and more than twenty gold and platinum awards, Gregorian are regarded as one of the most successful musical groups of their genre.
After their 1999 debut "Masters Of Chant", the ten monks quickly became a big name on the contemporary pop scene - often copied, but never equalled. With "Gregorian: Christmas Chants", the Hamburg producer Frank Peterson adds a new chapter to the singing monks' successful collection.
Their repertoire includes pure classic music ("Ave Maria"), English traditionals ("O Come All Ye Faithful", "The First Noel"), the "Little Drummer Boy" (Bing Crosby/David Bowie), Andrew Lloyd Webber ("Pie Jesu"), "Child In A Manger" (which was made famous by Cat Stevens as "Morning Has Broken"), and modern writers. John Lennon's "Happy Xmas" is also included - an attractive meeting between the Gregorian monks and a children's choir.
The musical interpretation is more classical than the previous Gregorian albums. The result is a relaxed, flowing vibe that is perfect for leisurely moments between church, unwrapping presents and Christmas dinner - including some nice surprises.