It's true: O Holy Night was once banned in churches! And if you watch this video, you'll find out when and why that happened.
Actually, I'm using that lead to entice you watch and listen to the work of Ben Maton, a young musician and Youtuber in Salisbury, England. I happened upon Ben's work on YouTube and I'm grateful to have done so. Ben is both an organist and filmmaker and in his videos he combines these talents brilliantly.
Each video takes the viewer to a church in England where Ben guides you on a tour of the building and its organ - and a particular piece or style of church music. The visuals, Ben's beautifully delivered commentary - and his music - come together seamlessly, providing a half hour or so of the English countryside, the history of old church buildings and the music that has supported people's worship for centuries.
Each time I "take a walk" with the Salisbury Organist, I find myself historically enriched, culturally delighted, musically uplifted and - at peace.
Perhaps you'll find some of that experience, too.
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