Sorry - I didn't proofread. Join the choir at 11:00 on Christmas eve - NOT 11:30. Cecelia sings between 11 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.! - Melani Lamond
In a message dated 12/21/07 4:48:09 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Isabel Boston, choir director at St. Francis DeSales at 47th & Springfield, asked me to forward an invitation from the choir, to all of their University City neighbors, to come out and hear them sing on Christmas Eve or Christmas day. The schedule is a little different this year; she has included it, below. List readers of various lists may remember that I've mentioned before, what a treat it is to hear St. Francis' own Diva, Cecelia Chaisson, sing "O Holy Night." Without accompaniment, her incredible voice rises till the huge sanctuary is filled with her beautiful rendition of this classic. For me, it wouldn't be Christmas without hearing her. Whether you celebrate the holiday or not, whether religion is a part of your life or not, I guarantee that you will be moved by Cecelia's voice, and by the rest of the wonderful selections the choir sings before and after her performance! We are so lucky to have this talented group of singers and musicians right here in University City, where we can hear them for free! Join them on Christmas eve at 11:30 for the music. We're all welcome to stay for the service which follows, but it isn't required - except that if you leave early, you'll miss the Hallelujah Chorus! - Melani Lamond Christmas Eve: 11:00 PM – Brass quintet and the St. Francis de Sales chorale offer festive music selections, including the incredible Cecelia Chaisson singing ‘O Holy Night’ 11:30 – Lessons and carols service – readings followed by traditional carols with choir and brass 12:00 – midnight mass with Bishop McFadden presiding Brass and choir selections throughout; don’t miss the choir’s inspiring rendition of the Hallelujah Chorus at the end of mass Christmas Day – 10:45 AM mass with Cardinal Rigali presiding More choral music, Cecelia Chaisson singing ‘Gesu Bambino’, and again, the Hallelujah Chorus. ************************************** See AOL's top rated recipes (http://food.aol.com/top-rated-recipes?NCID=aoltop00030000000004)
