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It can be hard to know what to say, and harder to know what to do when there is so much pain around us. As freedom of speech becomes ever more precious, the importance of meaningful artistic expression grows. In the spirit of the professional mourners, or “wailers” that traditionally helped families and communities express their grief, we wanted to create a piece of music that we hope can express the grief and sorrow we feel for the people, and especially children, in Palestine, as well as countries like Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Coventry Carol

Following the release of The Christmas Project’s debut album “Comfort & Joy” last year, Dutch musicians Henk Kraaijeveld and Jan Willem Delft have joined with UK musician Clare Wheeler to create a new version of The Coventry Carol, an old English song from the 16th century.

The Coventry Carol recounts the Massacre of the Innocents from Matthew’s gospel. In his desperation to retain power and control, King Herod commands the slaughter of every young boy under the age of two. This song depicts the heartbreaking lament of the mothers who know they will lose their children to the violence of the King. Sadly, this song has far too much relevance today. In a haunting yet bittersweet reimagining of the song, we bring English and Arabic together in this beautiful lullaby. A lament for the lost children, featuring the intricate vocals of London-based Egyptian singer Amena Elabd.

Our version of The Coventry Carol featuring a choir of voices from around the world will be released in November 2025.

Thank you x

Clare, Henk, Jan Willem

Clare Wheeler: voice and arrangement

Henk Kraaijeveld: voice

Jan Willem van Delft: Piano

Amena Elabd : voice, Arabic translation