The history of the traditional Christmas carol

Gramophone
Wednesday, December 12, 2018

Jeremy Nicholas reveals the intriguing history of the traditional Christmas carol and speaks to conductors, composers and clergy about why carols remain so popular

Wells Cathedral Choir (photo: Geoffrey Robinson/Alamy)
Wells Cathedral Choir (photo: Geoffrey Robinson/Alamy)

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