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Carols for Choirs

Former King's Singer Alastair Hume uncovers the history of four carols and visits four choirs.

Radio 4 Extra,4 episodes

Episodes

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1. Canterbury Cathedral
The history of four carols begins with one written centuries ago in Ireland.
21 Dec 1998,15 mins
2. Hereford Cathedral
The carol with origins in the folk music of the Ukrainian steppe.
22 Dec 1998,15 mins
3. Paisley Abbey
The story behind a Scottish version of Balulalow.
23 Dec 1998,15 mins
4. King's College, Cambridge
The choir of King's College, Cambridge prepare to sing "Adam lay ybounden".
24 Dec 1998,15 mins