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Tributes to York music man, Andrew Carter, who has died, 86

WARM tributes have been paid to a York music man celebrated the world over and whose work inspired generations.

York composer, choral director, and music teacher Andrew Carter died peacefully at home on January 5 aged 86 after a long and distinguished career that saw his work performed at St Paul's Cathedral.

He was best known for his much-loved Christmas music, particularly A Maiden Most Gentle, which became an enduring favourite through its association with the BBC’s annual broadcast of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge.

Read more: https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/leisure/25773121.andrew-carter---tributes-york-music-man-died-86/

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