{"product_id":"the-guildford-cathedral-choir-christmas-carols-from-guildford-cathedral-1969-uk-press-reissue","title":"The Guildford Cathedral Choir – Christmas Carols From Guildford Cathedral (1969 UK Press Reissue)","description":"\u003ch4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Guildford Cathedral Choir – Christmas Carols From Guildford Cathedral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful collection of traditional Christmas carols performed by The Guildford Cathedral Choir, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristmas Carols From Guildford Cathedral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e captures the timeless atmosphere and rich musical heritage of the English cathedral choral tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing twelve much-loved Christmas favourites, this seasonal recording brings together familiar hymns and carols in the distinctive setting of cathedral choir singing. From the ceremonial opening of \"Once In Royal David's City\" to the uplifting finale of \"O Come, All Ye Faithful\", the programme celebrates the enduring appeal of traditional Christmas music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Guildford Cathedral Choir has a distinguished place in English church music, and this recording features the choir under the direction of Barry Rose, with Gavin Williams on organ. Rose was an important figure in British cathedral music, particularly recognised for his work in developing and bringing wider attention to the cathedral choral tradition during the 1960s and beyond.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe repertoire draws on centuries of Christmas musical heritage, combining traditional English carols with internationally familiar hymns. Highlights include the atmospheric \"God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen\", the uplifting \"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing\", the much-loved \"Silent Night\" and the familiar seasonal storytelling of \"Good King Wenceslas\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a particularly appealing sense of occasion throughout the programme, reflecting the grandeur and warmth associated with traditional cathedral worship. The combination of choir and organ makes this an ideal record for listeners who appreciate English sacred music, traditional Christmas recordings and the distinctive sound of British cathedral choirs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally recorded in the 1960s and issued on vinyl during the period when Music For Pleasure brought classical, religious and seasonal recordings to a wider domestic audience, the album also has appeal as a piece of vintage British Christmas music history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming addition to a Christmas vinyl collection, this is a record for anyone who enjoys traditional carols, English choral music, cathedral recordings and the nostalgic atmosphere of Christmas on vinyl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTracklist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA1. 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