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Radio Wales,02 Apr 2026,29 mins

Music from the Royal Maundy Service

All Things Considered

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Nia Llewelyn Jones leads listeners on a rich musical journey through highlights of the Royal Maundy Service at St Asaph Cathedral, uncovering some of the history and symbolism of this ancient ceremony as she explores the music that shapes it. With insights from the performers themselves, the programme reveals why these pieces are chosen, how it feels to sing or play in such a prestigious setting, and the unique atmosphere created when centuries of tradition meet the living sound of choir and harp.

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