Albion Records

A fascinating album, which sheds light on Vaughan Williams’s association with hymnody [JQ]

This enterprising, scholarly release of Vaughan Williams’s Hymn Tunes and their arrangements should reveal new byways into his œuvre [EJW]

A skilfully planned and beautifully executed programme reaps unexpected rewards [NB]

Hymns reimagined, Vaughan Williams gloriously illuminated [JF]

Continuity and change in British lyric song tradition [JF]

Unusual repertoire or unusual versions of familiar songs but not wholly compelling [NB]

Two different – and equally valid – approaches to a collection of fine, traditional carols [JQ]

This disc will delight you if you should find it under the tree on Christmas morning [JQ]

Vaughan-Williams’s two versions of carols collected in Herefordshire in the early twentieth century [GH]

A well-planned and beautifully executed programme sure to summon some Christmas cheer [NB]

Performances of real stature, superbly restored and immaculately presented [NB]

An essential investment for all RVW enthusiasts [JF]

Favourite carols in new guises and hidden gems, in an enjoyable account [JF]

Beautifully performed and lovingly presented but not essential listening [NB]

Another well planned, well executed survey of little-known Vaughan Williams [NB]

An ideal Christmas present for enthusiasts of RVW’s folksong transcriptions [JF]

A valuable contribution to the recorded legacy of British music [JF]

Well played but unevenly programmed [NB]

Frederick Grinke’s recordings restored for a new generation – and high time too [JW]

Rare repertoire and a few old favourites for good measure [JF]

This release will appeal to both fans of Vaughan Williams’ early recordings and followers of the artistry of Frederick Grinke [SG]

An enticing selection of rarities and imaginative arrangements [JF]

An interesting concept executed with imagination and insight [NB]

Another transfer of the 1938 Serenade to Music and miscellaneous songs from the 16 singers [JW]