Phil T
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Hello all. I was in Guildford for evensong recently, the positive was all but removed and other stops/functions weren’t working. Does anybody know what’s happening there?
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I'm almost sure I recall someone in post on the south coast in the early seventies/late sixties who wore a selection of hoods at the same time. I don't think it's just a dream......and at one of the smaller cathedrals too - or so I've been told.
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That narrows it down. Any more clues?
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I am sure that somewhere there is a condition called 'hood envy' - mostly found amongst the more closeted church choir environs.
It does exist, I'm not sure why, but it does exist.
Let your musical ability do the talking, I say.
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Thanks Guilmant.
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Help Please. I’ve recently moved from Scotland to Ashford, Middlesex (Surrey really). I’m looking for a church choir to join (in the area) that sings BCP evensong weekly. There’s one slight problem though. Due to the shift work I do, regular attendance (services and practice) isn’t possible. Any thoughts gratefully received. Thanks.
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........ if you can't hear the organ from that position, they shouldn't have put their mics there. End of argument.
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I agree. The "Best seat in the house" should be just that, a seat. If a member of the general public can't sit/stand there, then they shouldn't record there.
All IMHO.
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Happy Christmas to one and all.
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Then one person per voice really is the ideal!
Not quite one to a part, but there are still six man choirs out there.
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Opinion is roughly 50/50 it seems. Perhaps I should take the coward's way out and have Come to the Manger! (Just kidding, folks!)
How about “Joseph’s Carol” by Giles Swayne?
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I think every Carol service/Nine Lessons and Carols that I’ve ever done has opened with “Once in Royal”. Most Midnight Mass services I’ve been to start at 23:30, with “O come, all ye Faithful” as soon as possible after midnight, this usually includes the last verse “Yea, Lord we greet thee”.
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I know a few church musicians like that!
I didn't realise we'd ever met.
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Another lady DoM I note! The South of England has started a new trend!!
Good news. I hope she enjoys her time there.
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Possibly a little late, but I’m with Sean on this one. I think
The Organ of Romsey Abbey
Played By
David Coram
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I note that I am now second only to 'pcnd' in the volume stakes, but I think you should know that of the 2371 posts, possibly as many as 2,000 are complete rubbish!
In your opinion only. I find 99.9% of all your posts incredibly entertaining.
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I guess it’s a matter of personal preference. I like to see a short history/specification of the organ, a brief description of the pieces (including what, if any, “special” stops were used), a brief biography of the performer, and (space permitting) photos of the organ.
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Another Magi carol, if you want to indulge, is Warlock's Bethlehem Down which I don't think anyone has mentioned.
A wonderful piece, makes you think as well.
OK, thanks, Patrick; I take it back - except the bit about the quality of the piece!
I rather like it.
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“When to the temple Mary went” ECCARD?
Isn't this a Candlemas rather than an Epiphany piece?
I've always done it at Epiphany, but you may be right.
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Exactly! That is what I am after!
Having properly read the thread title, how about “When to the temple Mary went” ECCARD?
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How about Peter Cornelius' "The Three Kings" arranged by Ivor Atkins?Carols for Choirs1 - an evergreen standby if ever there was one (the Oxford Jacques & Willcocks got me through many an Advent Christmas and Epiphany!)
Also worth considering is the Mendelssohn piece.
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Doh, original post deleted because I didn't read the thread title
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All of these sets are about 15-20 years old now................. Is it perhaps time for someone to revisit the cathedrals and make a new survey of Psalm singing? It would be interesting to see if there are any substantial changes in approach.
I can't remember where I read it, but I'm sure I've read somewhere that Priory are looking into recording a new set of the Psalms.
I've heard the Priory Durham and Rochester disks, both of which are very good.
If I buy the Priory set, I'll have even more money to spend on organ cds.
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I’m thinking of buying a complete set of psalms. I’ve not heard any of the Psalms from St Pauls, but am told it’s a very good set. Which set, if either, would you buy? If neither, is there another set you’d recommend? Thanks.
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It has been announced that Philip Moore, Organist & Master of the Music since 1983 is to retire at the end of summer term 2008 having held the position with distinction for 25 years.
I understand he played a fine recital on Saturday evening concluding the 2007 minster recital series.
No doubt the betting shops will be open in due course with regard to a successor!
Best Wishes
Philip
As predicted by Richard, several months ago. I wish Philip a long and happy retirement and thank him for all he has contributed to Cathedral/Church music throughout his illustrious career.
Your Ideal Evensong!
in The Organ
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Introit: Locus iste – Bruckner
Responses: Smith
Psalm: 45 – Ferguson
Canticles: Noble in B minor
Anthem: A Litany – Walton
Voluntary: Placare Christe servulis – Dupre
All subject to change depending on what mood I’m in.