William Llewellyn founded the Linden Singers, a versatile group that gained acclaim through recitals at Wigmore Hall, BBC TV appearances, and international tours.
Composer Biography
William Llewellyn, the compiler and editor of The Novello Book of Carols, studied composition with William Alwyn and Eric Thiman at the Royal Academy of Music.
Compositional Technique
The Novello Book of Carols offers carols in their original languages, such as French, Catalan, and German, with alternative English versions provided.
Compositional Technique
The Novello Book of Carols, from which these carols are drawn, includes a wide range of styles, from medieval melodies to spirituals, and features fresh arrangements of traditional carols alongside original compositions.
Cultural Impact
Twenty-one carols from The Novello Book of Carols have been published as "The Novello Junior Book of Carols" for schools, allowing school and adult choirs to perform together.
Album & Artwork
All carols on this recording are from "The Novello Book of Carols," a collection of ninety carols compiled and edited by William Llewellyn.
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