4:31pm Tuesday 25th November 2008
By Jill Harding
SALISBURY Cathedral’s choristers are the stars of a new DVD that gives an insight into the lifestyle of the youngsters in the choir.
‘The Choristers of Salisbury Cathedral’ follows the choristers throughout the year and features complete performances of two popular anthems ending with a short performance on the famous Father Willis organ by the cathedral’s organist.
David Halls, Director of Music, said: “The original concept was for a simple recruitment tool. However we also recognised the significant interest shown in the life of the choristers both by members of the congregation and by general visitors to the cathedral "What comes over is the huge pleasure the children gain from being choristers and what a marvellous team they are working together with the six professional men of the choir.
"It captures so much and has been beautifully filmed, edited and produced by Ash Mills who works in the film and TV industry and here reveals a real empathy with the choir and cathedral.”
The DVD ‘The Choristers of Salisbury Cathedral’ is available, price £5.00, from the cathedral shop, telephone 01722 555170, and mail order via: giftshop@salcath.co.uk
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