Foolow is an exceptionally pretty village, nestling on the high limestone
plateau some two miles west of the Plague Village of Eyam. It is the home of one
of the most remarkable traditions of carolling in England. The Singers start
their annual village tour at the Chapel. They gather momentum around the homes
and reach a climax at the Manor, followed by a brief sortie to the Cross. It is
a transient tradition, for they only sing on Christmas Day. Their repertoire is
of great character and unique to their village. Alongside one or two standard
carols, there are several of local origin that only Foolow has kept up. To share
Foolow's carols is both a privilege and a pleasure. This high-quality recording
captures twenty-four superb local carols. The words of the carols and the story
of this tradition are told in the accompanying illustrated book. Each sale
includes a donation to a local charity, the Bakewell and District Mobile
Physiotherapy Service.
Stereo -- C58 chrome cassette + 56pp book
Village Carols VC007
8 pounds sterling
[We regret that this
recording is now no longer available]
