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A stunning live show recorded at Durham Cathedral in 2009 with a full orchestra intermixed with intimate pieces all researched and centered on Solstice/Christmas Madrigals and modern renditions of Traditionals from the 1500's (ish).

 

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The first song I ever heard in English -- I think I was 8.  I fell in love with it then and it's still a favorite. 

Who'd have guessed that getting "unburdened by what has been" can be expressed with such deep feeling and beauty and meaning...  instead of whatever "it" "has been!"  :D 

 

 

 

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Light a candle
A candle shall burn for this little earth
The shining star in the sky, where we and everyone live
May all share hope so good things can happen
May earth and sky meet. A candle is lit for it
Light a candle
Two candles will shine for love and faith
For those who care and always build bridges
May prisoners find their freedom and refugees a home
Light a candle for those who cry and those who comfort them
Light a candle
Three candles will flame for all who must fight
For justice and for freedom. They need our help
May no one lose heart until all peoples are one
Light a candle for those who fight for freedom and justice
Light a candle
Now all the four lights shine for him
Who loves every living thing, every lion and every lamb
Light a candle for the king of heaven whom the flock saw
Now earth and sky meet in the child laid on straw
Light a candle
For the richness of life, for earth and air and water
Light a candle for peace and friendship, for children in every land
May no one be afraid, and lack home and bread
Light up the world with light and hope, against poverty and need
 

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