General:

Rochester Cathedral began life in 604 AD as a monastic community. Over its long history the cathedral's first main building of 1083 has evolved from its Norman foundations into a Victorian masterpiece. The building, and its treasure trove of historic art and architecture, has been an inspiration to generations of worshippers and visitors. For more information visit their website.

Interviews:

Programme Presenter Pam Rhodes Contributors Conductor Gordon Stewart Music Adviser Robert Prizeman Bob Ratcliffe Pam is shown some of the Cathedral's architectural points of interest by Bob Ratcliffe, one of the Cathedral Guides. She discovers how Norman builders put in a 'temporary' buttress in the 1400s - and its still there! Bob shows her one of the oldest doors in England dating from the 11th Century complete with original ironwork; and point out the George Gilbert Scott Organ restoration of the 19th Century. Helen Bradshaw The Cathedral's Education Office organises visits for 17,000 children every year. One of the staff Helen Bradshaw, dresses the children in Monks' costumes and teaches them the Rule of Benedict. The children give us their opinions on the monks' fashion sense, and their efforts to remember the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. Helen herself has been inspired by the Benedictine rules, and spends time in the Cathedral Gardens reflecting on them. For more information see www.rochestercathedral.org/education The Very Rev. Adrian Newman One of the main functions of a cathedral is its worship. As well as large team of clergy, the Cathedral has nearly 400 volunteers who help with every aspect of it. The Dean, the Very Rev Adrian Newman explains how the atmosphere is "a little bit like Orthodox worship", and we hear from a Welcomer, a Steward and a Bible reader. Theresa Harrison Theresa Harrison worked next door to the Cathedral, at the Diocese of Rochester offices, for fifteen years before everything changed. On 7th July 2005 her daughter Susan lost a leg in the London tube train bombs. Theresa explains how she was overwhelmed by cards and letters from people at the Cathedral, and how it led to her finding faith. Having never regularly come into the cathedral, she now uses it regularly to light a candle to remember those who experiencing suffering.

Music:

Music Hymns come from Rochester Cathedral Choirs and Congregation, with a performance by Stuart Townend. Choir conductor Roger Sayer, Organist Dan Soper. Music one: Name: O Praise Ye The Lord Music: From the anthem 'Hear my words, ye people' by C Hubert H Parry (1848-1918) Words: H W Baker (1821-77) Tune: Laudate Dominum Arranger: From: Oxford University Press 1997 SOP Hymn No. 244 ISBN 0-19-147333-2 Performers: Congregation of Rochester Cathedral Organist Dan Soper Conductor Gordon Stewart Music two: Name: O Thou Who Camest From Above Music: S S Wesley ( 1810-76) Words: Charles Wesley (1707-88) Tune: Hereford From: Oxford University Press 1997 SOP Hymn No. 186 ISBN 0-19-147333-2 Performers: Rochester Cathedral Boys Choir Music three: Name: Come Holy Ghost Our Souls Inspire Music: Mechlin Melody Words: Latin, 9th C tr John Cosin (1594-1672) Tune: Veni, creator Spiritus Arranger: James Whitbourn From: Oxford University Press 1997 SOP Hymn No. 162 ISBN 0-19-147333-2 Performers: Rochester Cathedral Boys Choir Sax Dave Fitzgerald Music four: Name: Come, See This Glorious Light (Blessing and Honour) Written and Performed: Stuart Townend From: Kingsway Album 'Personal Worship' by Stuart Townend More info: www.stuarttownend.co.uk Music five: Name: I Heard The Voice Of Jesus Say Music: English Traditional Melody Words: H Bonar (1808-89) Tune: Kingsfold Arranger: James Whitbourn From: Oxford University Press 1997 SOP Hymn No. 149 ISBN 0-19-147333-2 Performers: Rochester Cathedral Girls Choir Flute Dave Fitzgerald Music six: Name: To God Be The Glory, Great Things He Hath Done! Music: W H Doane (1832-1915) Words: Fanny Crosby (Frances Van Alstyne) - (1820-1915) Tune: To God be the Glory Arranger: Paul Leddington Wright From: Oxford University Press 1997 SOP Hymn No. 256 ISBN 0-19-147333-2 Performers: Congregation of Rochester Cathedral Organist Dan Soper Conductor Gordon Stewart Incidental Music Music in Pam's Tease Title Bouree from Water Music Artist Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Composer Handel CD Title/track Classical Moods - Baroque Era Track 6 Publisher de Wolfe Ltd Label de Wolfe Cat no. DWPRO 13 Music in set up Title Lively Baroque Artist Mark Warburton Composer Mark Warburton CD Title/track Not commercially available Music in Bob Ratcliffe piece Title Allegro Molto from Water Music Artist Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Composer Handel CD Title/track Classical Moods - Baroque Era track 9 Publisher de Wolfe Ltd Label de Wolfe Cat no. DWPRO 13 Music in Bob Ratcliffe piece and in worship feature Title Prelude Su l'introit de l'ephiphanie Artist Roger Sayer/Choirs of Rochester Cathedral Composer Durufle CD Title/track Missa Carolae and Songs of the Nativity track 7 Publisher Herald AV Publications Label Herald Cat no. HAVPCD330 Music in Helen Bradshaw piece Artist Enigma Composer Curly M.C. / trad Gregorian CD Title MCMXC A.D. Publisher Virgin Label Virgin Cat no. 261209 Title Enigmatic Monks Artist Mark Warburton Composer Mark Warburton CD title/track Not commercially available Music in Worship feature Title Miserere Mei Artist Not listed Composer Allegri CD Title/track Choral Hits track 7 Publisher Extreme Music Library PLC Label Extreme Cat no. XCL060 Music in Worship feature continued Title Prophesize Artist Allwood/Cooper Composer Allwood/Cooper CD Title/track Choral Beats track 13 Publisher Extreme Music Library PLC Label Extreme Cat no. XCL056 Music in Theresa Harrison piece Title Coming Home Artist Stephen McKeon Composer Stephen McKeon Publisher 2004 Rouge Music Ltd CD title/track War on Terror track 20 Label Rouge No. RMCD2049 Title Jigsaw Falling into Place Artist Radiohead Composer Radiohead Publisher Warner Chappell CD title/track Jigsaw Falling into Place track 6 Label XL No. XLCD324 Title Thinking of You Artist/Composer Mark Warburton CD Title/track Not commercially available Music in Prayers Title Rochester prayers Artist/composer Mark Warburton CD Title/track Not commercially available

Locations:

The location for our Outside Broadcast was Rochester Cathedral. The Chapter Office Garth House Rochester ME1 1SX Tel: 01634 843366 Email: enquiries@rochestercathedral.org Website: www.rochestercathedral.org

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