Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols: Balulalow

Balulalow is a tender lullaby from Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols, setting a 16th-century Scottish text that imagines the Virgin Mary gently singing the Christ Child to sleep. Its quiet intimacy and profound simplicity make it one of the most moving moments in the work. Performing this solo is always a privilege, requiring both delicacy and heartfelt expression to capture the reverence of the text. I hope this live concert performance conveys the beauty, peace, and devotion at the heart of this extraordinary piece. Thanks so much for listening. If you enjoyed this performance, I’d love for you to subscribe and follow along as I continue sharing the music I love. “O my dear heart, young Jesu sweet, prepare Thy cradle in my spirit.” #BenjaminBritten #Balulalow #ACeremonyOfCarols #YoungSoprano #SacredMusic #ClassicalMusic #LivePerformance #ChoralMusic #ChristmasMusic #Soprano #Concert #ClassicalSinger Shoutout to everyone active in the community who spotted it early 💙