One 2 Three
Patrick Sherring
Built in 1902, St. Mary the Virgin Great Warley is noted for the unique Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts interior, designed by sculptor and interior designer Sir William Reynolds-Stephens. The use of metals, marbles and mother of pearl, together with walnut furniture have led to locals referring to it as the “Pearl church”. The liquid aluminium used on the wall reflects the light, as does the mother of pearl which is on many parts of the decoration and religious symbols. Other examples of his work can be seen in St. Paul’s Cathedral, Lambeth Palace and Southwell minster. It is one of three churches designed in this style by architect Charles Harrison-Townsend. He also designed Bishopsgate Institute and the Horniman museum. Money for the land and the building of the church came from the Heseltine family, who clearly took an interest in the design.. Stephen Brabner mentioned the butterfly design by the door symbolising resurrection. Stephen loves showing the church to the many visitors. The church is open for visitors 2 – 4 pm on Thursdays from March – October inclusive. Also Bank Holiday Monday afternoons 12 noon – 4pm. The church webpage gives details about visiting.
Stephen also emphasised that it is also a living church with weekly services, every Sunday at 11.30. Attending a service enables experiencing the church as it was intended to be used.
For more information
https://stmarygreatwarley-weebly.com
Playlist
Missie Hale – What the world need now – 2017 Soundtrack of Boss Baby, Academy award nomination for best animated feature.
Whitney Houston – The greatest love of all – chosen by Colin of the Mulberry Writers who meet every Thursday 10 am – noon at Mulberry House, High Ongar. Katie, Natacha, Colin and Allison were studio guests last week. Full recording of the show is on the blog. 1986 No 1 in USA & 4 more countries. UK no 8. USA sales of over 2 million copies.
Everly Brothers – Always drive a Cadillac – from 1986 album – Born yesterday. Stephen saw the Everly Brothers at the Brentwood Centre on their final tour in 1997.
1936 Soundtrack – The shape of things to come (march) – Stephen feels the film is very bitty, but the soundtrack written by Bliss is worth the viewing. He is a member of the British Film Institute. He is also in the Arthur Bliss Society
Flanders & Swan – Hippopotamus song – 1956 review – At the drop of a hat. Stephen has always enjoyed this song and is now teaching it to his grandchildren.
Birthday’s competition
Manfred Mann – Do Wah Diddy Diddy – 1964 no 1 UK, USA, Canada & Sweden. Top 10 in 7 more countries. Lead singer Paul Jones is 83 years old.
The Proclaimers – I will walk 500 miles – 1988 no 1 in 3 countries. Continuing popularity of the track means it has sold over 1.2 million in the UK & 800,000 in USA. Twins Craig & Charlie Reid celebrated their 63rd birthdays on 5th of March,
Coldplay – God put a smile on my face – 2002 from the album – A rush of blood to the head. Winner of 3 Grammy awards. UK no 1 & in 9 more countries. Global sales of over 10 million. No 324 in 2020 Rolling Stone 500 Greatest albums of all time. Singer, musician and songwriter Chris Martin is 48 years old.
Thanks to regulars Chris, Bob, Sarah & Sian in Harlow, Chris in Guildford, Stephen in the studio and Patrick in Ingatestone for taking part today. The winner with 4 points was Sian. Much to his surprise, Stephen scored 3 points.
Beautiful South – Artificial flowers – from 1996 album – Blue is the colour. Patrick requested this version of the song best known for a 1960 recording by Bobby Darin.
Ellie Golding – Still falling for you – 2016 Soundtrack Bridget Jones baby – Ellie’s second most streamed track on Spotify.
Chart this week in 1999
No 1 Boyzone – When the going gets tough – Comic relief single. 10th best selling single of the year.
No 11 Corrs – Runaway – UK no 2 selling 600,000.
No 16 STEPS – Heartbeat/tragedy – UK no 2 & in New Zealand. Top 10 in 3 more countries. UK sales of 1.2 million.
Matt Munro – On days like these – 1969 Soundtrack Italian Job – word by Don Black, music Quincey Jones, production George Martin. Bob in Harlow loves this track.
Adele – Skyfall – 2012 Academy award & Grammy award best new song for a movie. No 1 in 13 countries. UK no 2, USA no 8.
Quincey Jones – Soul Bossanova.
The Grease Mega-mix – 1990 released to mark release of the video of 1978 film. UK no 3, No 1 in Australia and Spain.
Join me next week for an eclectic lunchtime music mix, including some tracks chosen by recent guests.
