The idea to record these Christmas carols came from singer and former BBC music producer Mark Rowlinson.
Composer Biography
John Turner, the composer of these carols, is one of today's leading recorder players and has given first performances of over 600 works for the instrument.
Composer Biography
Before dedicating himself to music, John Turner pursued a legal career, acting for distinguished musical organizations like the Hallé Orchestra and the Royal Northern College of Music.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded at St. Thomas's Church in Stockport, a "Waterloo" church where one of the carols was composed at the request of its choirmaster.
Album & Artwork
The cover illustration, "The Christ Child of Poland," is a 1945 Christmas card by Stephanie Godwin (1917-2006).
Composition History
The carols on this album originated from John Turner's tradition of sending a specially composed carol as his Christmas card each year.
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