{"title":"Andrew Gant","description":"\u003cp\u003eAndrew Gant's works delve into the rich traditions of religious and spiritual life, offering thoughtful reflections and insights that resonate with both festive and contemplative themes. His writing often explores the intersections of music, faith, and celebration, creating a unique voice within contemporary spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect evocative narratives and explorations that deepen understanding of sacred occasions and the cultural expressions surrounding them. Gant’s books provide both inspiration and a fresh perspective on the enduring power of religious practice and ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"deck-the-hall-by-andrew-gant-9781399807517","title":"Deck the Hall","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristmas carols are sung in church, therefore Christmas carols have always been sung in church.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristmas carols have \u003cem\u003ethese\u003c\/em\u003e words and \u003cem\u003ethis\u003c\/em\u003e tune, therefore Christmas carols have always had these words and this tune.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell, not really.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur carol tradition, like us, is a rich and dynamic mixture. An ecosystem, not a still life.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten with effervescent charm and professional knowledge, composer and conductor Andrew Gant reveals the fascinating musical and social history behind our favourite Christmas carols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Annunciation to Epiphany, the episodes of the Christmas story link the tales and anecdotes behind twenty-seven carols from a variety of traditions and places of origin: those that come from folk song; those we owe to Victorian moralists, and those that are, in fact, French. As Andrew says, 'Some carols were born to Christmas, some have achieved Christmas, and some have had Christmas thrust upon them.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis wonderful, rich musical treat gives us a unique insight into our Yuletide traditions and customs. A delightful gift for anyone who loves to sing, or who just loves Christmas trivia, this is the ideal companion with which to while away those lazy days between Christmas and New Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDing dong! This is my kind of Christmas present. A musical Christmas cracker - fascinating and full of interesting surprises.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGyles Brandreth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnlightening and entertaining. You'll never hear or sing these carols in the same way again\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnne-Marie Minhall\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnd I thought I knew about Christmas carols.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJohn Rutter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn unexpected romp through a festive slice of musical history, with Gant our thoroughly entertaining guide.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBBC Music Magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596164153580,"sku":"9781399807517","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399807517-deck-the-hall.jpg?v=1777917258"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/andrew-gant.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}