The Birth of Christ

Produced by Raymond Arroyo, with Andrew Miller
Narrated by Liam Neeson

This inspiring, musical celebration, featured on PBS this Christmas season, brings the Christmas story to vivid life as never before. Through song, the timeless characters beloved the world over: Mary, Joseph, Elizabeth and the Shepherds reveal their humanity and passion. Recorded live in Dublin, Ireland, in the venerable Christ Church Cathedral, this historic premiere of The Birth of Christ brings together a world-class chorus of Catholic and Protestant singers who for "One Blessed Night" put aside their sectarian differences and raised their voices in unity and peace around the central mystery of their faith. This premiere reunited some of the very same choirs Handel used to unveil his Messiah in 1742. Featuring a tender narration of Luke's Nativity by Liam Neeson, this powerful musical treasure will awaken you again to the startling wonder of Christmas.

DVD Track List

Introduction by Liam Neeson Prologue: One Blessed Night
Luke 1:5-25 The Annunciation of John
Luke 1:26-38 The Annunciation of Christ
Luke 1:39-55 The Visitation
Mary's Canticle
Luke 1:56-79 The Birth of John
Rejoice!
Zechariah's Canticle
Luke 2:1-20 The Birth of Christ
Journey to Bethlehem
The Birth of Christ
A Shephard's Song
Epilogue: One Blessed Night (Reprise)