LULLY LULLA LULLAY by Philip W. J. Stopford - St Luke’s Catholic Choir

“Lully Lulla Lullay,” often referred to as the Coventry Carol, is a poignant and haunting traditional carol that originates from a 16th-century mystery play. The text portrays the sorrowful lament of mothers mourning the loss of their children during King Herod’s massacre of the innocents, as described in the Gospel of Matthew. Philip W. J. Stopford’s modern arrangement brings a fresh yet respectful interpretation to this ancient melody, enriching it with lush harmonies and an ethereal quality.