57: Christmas 2023

This video is in memory of my late wife, who died last Sunday. For 46 years I have always played through all the carols in the Christmas section of the Anglican Hymn Book - it became a family tradition.
My wife bought me an early Christmas present of Salisbury Cathedral organ for Hauptwerk. So, here I play a verse each of 3 carols from the Anglican Hymn Book, exploring a few sounds of that cathedral organ.
A Great & Mighty Wonder (Diapasons 2 and Principals 2 on Gt and Sw)
Away in a manger (Solo Flute harmonique and Sw strings)
Hark the Herald (Full organ and Tubas)

[@paulswindenmusic]

Many condolences to you and your family. Thank you for continuing to share your music with us.

[@theosworld4118]

We loved watching this tribute. Sending our condolences and best wishes x

[@paulgodman7939]

Sending my condolences at this sad time. I continue to be inspired by your videos and know that every time you open up the Salisbury organ you will have positive thoughts.
Have the best possible Christmas, Andrew.

[@arthurmoseley4509]

Tough times. Great choice of hymns - I do similar with the Methodist Hymn book. Keep on keeping on.

[@arthurmoseley4509]

and the Salisbury organ sounds epic.

[@DCTOnline]

Our prayers are with you Andrew, and your family - I hope the gift of music helps you during this time ❤️
Thank you for sharing this beautiful music - the sampleset is incredible ❤️

[@RienSchalkwijk]

You brave man! I hope your music gives you a bit of comfort in this sad times. Thank you for sharing your beautiful musical journey with the world.

[@magnifyoparah2402]

What an incredible theme (Sarabande by Handel)
Please Thomas, accept my condolences 💐 ❤

[@timrozitis961]

Love how you play Hark The Herald!!

[@james.flores]

My deepest condolences Andrew. I will keep you and her in my prayers. Thank you for continuing to share your music during this time.

[@OrganicVisitations]

Condolences to you and your family. I very much enjoy your videos and particularly this loving tribute to your wife. Thank you for sharing your music with us.

[@johnsharples3060]

Andrew. So sorry to hear your news. I enjoy your videos and this one is lovely and so nice to hear you using Salisbury Cathedral.

[@melanyarmstrong9329]

Condolences to you. Music is a gift of comfort. Wish I had met your lovely wife.🪅

[@sverrearnebrandal8373]

My heartfelt condolences, dear mr. Ellis.

[@pobbob335]

I'm so sorry to hear your sad news. I've watched your channel from the start and have been inspired by every episode. My prayers and condolences are with you. Rob

[@benjamindaniel8467]

I’m really sorry to hear your news, Andrew. I hope you may find comfort in making music and that you have a peaceful Christmas.

[@derek5459]

I'm so sorry to hear your news Andrew. I hope you get some comfort from your music, I enjoy your videos very much, and thank you for sharing it with us.

[@photonatjag]

Sorry to hear you news.

[@orgfred65]

You are so very brave. My condolences.

[@aBachwardsfellow]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss, yet I pray that you find comfort in the faith that your loved one now rests in Peace with her Eternal Lord and Savior. I pray God's Presence, Strength, Joy, and Peace be with you in the coming days, and that you will continue to share her gift of the Salisbury instrument along with your gifts of playing. I'd say that your recovery seems to be coming along nicely.

[@heth47]

Beautifully played Andrew so heartfelt and poignant. I wonderful tribute to a lovely sister.