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Watch & Listen to the 41st Lessons & Carols

Posted on January 03, 2021 in: News

Watch & Listen to the 41st Lessons & Carols

The Festival of Lessons and Carols was held on Sunday, January 3, 2021 on the Feast of the Epiphany.

One of the most festive ways to enjoy the beauty of the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, there were readings of sections of the Christmas story, choir music, and singing of carols appropriate to the season.

Recorded January 3, 2021

Cantor,
Carroll Mailhot

Soprano,
Persephone Marien

Alto,
Patricia Johnson

Tenor,
Richard Schumacher

Bass,
James Conover

Musical Director & Organist,
Michael Steven Lianos

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