Ralph Vaughan Williams, the composer, arranged Christmas carols for troops in Iceland during World War II.
Album & Artwork
Albion Records, the label for this album, is devoted to recordings of works by Vaughan Williams and aims to include at least one world première recording on each release.
Performer Biography
William Vann, the director and pianist on this album, is the sixteenth Organist and Director of Music at the Royal Hospital, Chelsea, a post held since 1692.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Vaughan Williams envisioned a 'musical Commonwealth' with its foundation in traditional melodies and amateur music-making, topped by great names in art.
Performer Biography
Hugh Rowlands, the organist on this album, was a chorister at Westminster Abbey and sang at the Royal Wedding in 2011.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at St. Jude-on-the-Hill, Hampstead, London, and its cover image features a painting from the church's ceiling.
Composition History
The nine carols for male voices were commissioned by the British Council for troops stationed in Iceland.
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