A Waverly Consort Christmas: From East Anglia to Appalachia finds the Waverly Consort, as directed by Michael Jaffe, performing traditional carols and hymns from England and New England. The liner notes give fascinating historical details behind the songs, including replications of the original Olde Englishe texte. The music may be surprisingly foreign or ancient to some ears, but From East Anglia to Appalachia is an engaging and unusual holiday album that's worth hearing by any listener looking for an adventurous Christmas ...
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A Waverly Consort Christmas: From East Anglia to Appalachia finds the Waverly Consort, as directed by Michael Jaffe, performing traditional carols and hymns from England and New England. The liner notes give fascinating historical details behind the songs, including replications of the original Olde Englishe texte. The music may be surprisingly foreign or ancient to some ears, but From East Anglia to Appalachia is an engaging and unusual holiday album that's worth hearing by any listener looking for an adventurous Christmas record. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi
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