Christmas Out Loud II: Andrews Watts, Marcus Walker, Ali Kefford, Roger Lewis, Ayaan Hirsh Ali and Christopher Howse

The Book of Common Prayer is a foundational liturgical text of the Anglican Communion. First published in 1549 during the reign of Edward VI, it was compiled primarily by Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury. The book includes complete forms of service for daily and Sunday worship, such as Morning and Evening Prayer, the Litany, Holy Communion, and services for baptism, confirmation, marriage, visitation of the sick, and burial. It has undergone several revisions, notably in 1552, 1559, 1604, and 1662, with the 1662 version remaining the standard for most Anglican churches. The book is known for its beautiful language and its role in shaping Anglican doctrine and worship[1][3][4].

First published in 1928, this book is a comprehensive collection of carols for various seasons, including Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, and other liturgical and secular occasions. Edited by Percy Dearmer, Martin Shaw, and Ralph Vaughan Williams, it favours traditional folk tunes and polyphonic arrangements over Victorian hymn tunes. The book includes extensive notes on historical background and performance, and its approach aims to rediscover the native vitality of carol music through historically informed settings.