Coleman Jacoby's Mathilde Mouse and The Story of Silent Night starring Carol Channing and cast with the St. Pancras Boys' Choir

Released by Caedmon Records in 1981, this recording features Coleman Jacoby’s holiday narrative Mathilde Mouse and The Story of Silent Night. The production was part of Caedmon’s long-standing commitment to high-quality spoken word and audio theater for children, a label known for its dedication to literary and performance excellence rather than purely commercial pop music. The story itself serves as a gentle, fable-like retelling of the origins of the famous Christmas carol, intended to evoke a sense of warmth and traditional sentiment during the holiday season.

The recording is defined by the distinctive, theatrical presence of Carol Channing, whose effervescent vocal performance brings a specific whimsy to the narration. She is supported by the St. Pancras Boys' Choir, which provides the choral arrangements necessary to anchor the story's devotional theme. The record arrived during a period when the audiobook and narrated story format was reaching a niche but appreciative audience, and while it remains a relatively obscure title in the vast Caedmon catalog, it is recognized by collectors of Christmas memorabilia for its blend of stage-trained narration and choral tradition.