The foundation of St. Nicholas College for specialized training in
Church Music has already become a landmark in the history of the Church of England. When Dr. Nichoison first announced his plan, many were inclined to think that it was quite impossible to bring it about. His courage and vision have proved them wrong. The College has not only been founded but has made steady progress in the face of great difficulties. The choir there sets a high but not impos- sible standard for all church choirs. Summer Schools and lecture courses serve to widen the outlook and spread the influence of the movement. A sign of its continued vitality is the appearance of a new quarterly magazine, called English Church Music. The first number includes a tribute from Dr. E. C. Bairstow (another " live " Church musician), an account of the College activities, news from the dioceses and a useful series of notes on examples of Church Music with recom- mendations to large urban choirs, small urban choirs and village choirs. Each number will include an account of the work of an affiliated choir. The choir of Childe Okeford, Dorset, is the first to receive this attention. The Archbishop of Canterbury commends this magazine to " all who care for the offering of Music in the service of God."
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