The Oxford Book of Carols: Music edition (Paperback)

~ Percy Dearmer (Author), R. Vaughan Williams (Author), Martin Shaw (Author)

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Product Description

The most famous, complete, and widely used anthology first published in 1928. With its breadth of material, notes on sources, extended introduction and indexes, it is indispensable both as a choral collection and as a standard reference book.

About the Author

Ralph Vaughan Williams, OM (1872-1958) was an influential British composer.

Product Details

• Paperback: 476 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; Music Ed edition (March 21, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0193533154
• ISBN-13: 978-0193533158
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #133,211 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a delightful collection of carols., April 10, 1999

By A Customer

Perfect for madrigal or four-part singing, this book contains many familiar carols, and some that are less familiar, including Easter and Harvest carols. I became familiar with this book when we used it as a backbone for our Christmas Caroling group several years ago, it was fun to sing from, and the music was enjoyed by the listeners.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The historical research is worth the purchase alone, September 20, 2005

By	S. Wonnacott - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is an excellent read. The depth of the historical research and wealth of fascinating information on the development and use of the carols is invaluable.

This book would be worth the purchase if it did not contain any music at all. As it is, the collecting of carols for this book had saved many pieces from being lost forever.

The musical arrangements are very singable and allow the words to shine through wonderfully. Some are challenging others are simple. All are thoroughly enjoyable.

The carols and text are a true part of the folk history of northern Europe.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Size Matters, January 11, 2007

By	Mr. T. Forber "Tom Forber" (Merseyside, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I love this comprehensive, informative and well-made book of carols, many with alternative music and words. As a pianist I personally prefer A4 size to A5. However this is largely overcome by the quality of both the paper, print and binding.