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The Holy boy

Composer: John Ireland
Performer: 成人快手 Concert Orchestra
Conductor: David Hill
Recording date: 19 December 2012
Date of broadcast: 19 December 2012

A carol without words, and inspired by a young boy chorister, this is one of Ireland's best known works. With a simple melody and message - Jesus' birth - it evokes the tranquility of a stable at night.

Composer: John Ireland
Performer: 成人快手 Concert Orchestra
Conductor: David Hill
Recording date: 19 December 2012
Date of broadcast: 19 December 2012

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