Choral Services at the Cathedral of St. Philip

Listen to choral services, recorded live at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip in Atlanta, each Sunday at 4 p.m., September–May. Most services are Choral Evensong (sung Evening Prayer), which dates from the sixteenth century, yet has its roots in the far more ancient Daily Offices of Vespers and Compline. One of the jewels of our Anglican/Episcopal worship tradition, Evensong has given birth to one of the largest and richest bodies of sacred music outside of the Mass itself. It is, at its heart, a contemplative worship service, and much of the service is sung by the choir alone, employing sounds that span the known history of Christian music. At the formal close of Evensong, an intimate “liturgy of the table” is celebrated for those who wish to receive Communion. Occasionally a classically sung Choral Eucharist, or a diocesan confirmation, or a service of Lessons and Carols takes the place of Evensong.

Choral Evensong for Feast of Aelred of Rievaulx (January 12, 2025)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of Aelred of Rievaulx, Monastic and Theologian. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon David Boyd. Choral repertoire includes:Margaret Burk (b. 1990), Preces & ResponsesIvo Antognini (b. 1963), Trinity ServiceHerbert Howells (1892-1983), I would be trueStephen Paulus (1949-2014), Pilgrims’ Hymn

01-13
59:03

Choral Eucharist on the Eve of the Feast of the Epiphany (January 5, 2025)

This service of Choral Eucharist, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Eve of the Feast of the Epiphany. The celebrant and preacher is the Rev. Canon Ashley Carr. Choral repertoire includes:George Malcolm (1917-1997), Missa ad Praesepe (Mass at the Crib)Herbert Howells (1892-1983), Here is the little doorOliver Tarney (b. 1984), The wisemen and the star

01-06
01:14:20

A Christmas Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols (December 22, 2024)

Prelude at 0:00; service begins at 22:40Modeled on the beloved carol service broadcast each Christmas Eve from King’s College, Cambridge, A Christmas Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is our most popular choral service of the year. Ancient prophecies foretelling the coming of a Messiah and the Gospel accounts of the birth of Jesus are illumined by extra-biblical texts, anthems and Christmas carols that have inspired composers, choirs, and worshippers throughout the world and across time.The...

12-23
01:41:04

Choral Evensong for the Third Sunday of Advent (December 15, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Third Sunday of Advent. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener. Choral repertoire includes:William Smith (1603-1645), Preces & ResponsesWilliam Byrd (1540-1623), Second ServiceAnonymous, Rejoice in the Lord alwayOrlando Gibbons (1583-1625), O thou, the central orb

12-16
59:42

Advent Procession with Lessons and Carols (December 1, 2024)

Prelude begins at 0:00. Service begins at 20:40.This Advent Procession with Lessons and Carols is organized around the O Antiphons – beautiful plainchant texts which invoke the Messiah to return, sung since the 8th century at Vespers on the seven evenings leading up to Christmas. The choir gradually moves into the chancel, stopping at various stations around the Cathedral nave. Each of the biblical prophecies is expanded upon by the singing of carols, anthems, and hymns which anticipate the c...

12-02
01:52:45

Choral Evensong for the Reign of Christ (November 24, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Reign of Christ. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon David Boyd. Choral repertoire includes:Craig Phillips (b. 1961), Preces & Responses (St. David’s, Roswell)Arvo Pärt (b. 1935), MagnificatLeo Sowerby (1895-1968), Nunc dimittis in DLarry King (1932-1990), And He shall reign as KingT. Frederick H. Candlyn (1892-1946), King of glory, King of peace

11-25
01:01:20

Choral Evensong for the Feast of Hilda of Whitby (November 17, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of Hilda of Whitby. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon David Boyd. Choral repertoire includes:Joanna Forbes L’Estrange (b. 1971), Preces & ResponsesJoanna Forbes L’Estrange (b. 1971), King’s College ServiceElizabeth & Thomas Coxhead, My eyes for beauty pineLucy Walker (b. 1998), Oculi omnium

11-18
56:17

Choral Evensong for the Feast of Leo of Rome (November 10, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of Leo of Rome. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon David Boyd. Choral repertoire includes:Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988), Preces & ResponsesKenneth Leighton (1929-1988), Second ServiceOwain Park (b. 1993), Holy is the true lightArvo Pärt (b. 1935), Littlemore Tractus

11-11
01:06:31

Choral Evensong for the Eve of the Feast of St. Simon & St. Jude (October 27, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Eve of the Feast of St. Simon & St. Jude. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Salmoon Bashir. Choral repertoire includes:Thomas Tomkins (1572-1656), Preces & ResponsesHenry Purcell (1659-1695) in G minorHenry Purcell (1659-1695), I was gladHenry Purcell (1659-1695), Hear my prayer, O Lord

10-28
57:43

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist (October 20, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener. Choral repertoire includes:Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988), Preces & ResponsesT. Tertius Noble (1867-1953) in A minorWilliam Harris (1883-1973), Strengthen ye the weak handsSpiritual, arr. Carl Haywood (b. 1949), There is a balm in Gilead

10-21
01:05:10

Choral Eucharist for the Feast of St. Philip (October 13, 2024)

This service of Choral Eucharist, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of St. Philip. The celebrant and preacher is the Very Rev. Sam Candler. Choral repertoire includes:Louis Vierne (1870-1937), Messe SolennelleDavid Briggs (b. 1962), Ubi caritas et amor

10-14
01:17:38

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Francis (October 6, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of St. Francis. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon George Maxwell. Choral repertoire includes:Paul Halley (b. 1952), Preces & ResponsesJaako Mäntyjärvi (b. 1963), Trinity ServiceGrayston Ives (b. 1948), The Canticle of Brother SunJudith Weir (b. 1954), I love all beauteous things

10-07
01:07:45

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels (September 29, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Choir, observes the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith. Choral repertoire includes:Richard Shephard (1949-2021), Preces & ResponsesCharles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924) in GCharles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924), And I saw another angelBob Chilcott (b. 1955), Angel voices ever singing

09-30
01:11:50

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist (September 22, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener. Choral repertoire includes: Thomas Tomkins (1572-1656), Preces & ResponsesJohn Hilton the Younger (c. 1599-1657) in GamutJohn Hilton the Younger (c. 1599-1657), Teach me, O LordEleanor Daley (b. 1955), Open thou mine eyes

09-23
57:10

Choral Evensong for the Feast of Hildegard of Bingen (September 15, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of Hildegard of Bingen. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon George Maxwell. Choral repertoire includes: Paul Halley ( b. 1952), Preces & ResponsesJessica French, Magnificat & Nunc dimittisCraig Phillips (b. 1961), Hymn to the TrinityFrank Ferko (b. 1950), Laus Trinitati

09-16
01:00:19

Choral Evensong (September 8, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 18, Year B. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Salmoon Bashir. Choral repertoire includes: Richard Shephard (1949-2021), Preces & ResponsesHerbert Howells (1892-1983), St. Paul’s CathedralRichard Shephard (1949-2021), O for a thousand tongues to singEdward C. Bairstow (1874-1946), Save us, O Lord, waking

09-09
01:06:26

Choral Eucharist on the Day of Pentecost (May 19, 2024)

This service of Choral Eucharist, sung by the Cathedral Choir, observes the Day of Pentecost. The celebrant and preacher is the Rev. Canon Lauren Holder. Choral repertoire includes: David Briggs (b. 1961), Truro EucharistRoland Martin (b. 1955), WhitsundaySpiritual, arr. Moses Hogan (1957-2003), Every time I feel the Spirit

05-20
01:16:31

Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Ascension (May 12, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of the Ascension. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon George Maxwell. Choral repertoire includes: William Smith (c. 1603-1645), Preces & ResponsesThomas Morley (1557/58-1602), First ServicePeter Philips (c. 1560-1628), Ascendit DeusCharles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924), Coelis ascendit hodie

05-13
58:02

Choral Evensong for the Eve of the Feast of St. Catherine of Siena (April 28, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Eve of the Feast of St. Catherine of Siena. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith. Choral repertoire includes: Käthe Wright Kaufman (b. 1933), Preces & ResponsesWilliam Walton (1902-1983), Chichester ServiceJohannes Brahms (1833-1897), Geistliches LiedDavid Briggs (b. 1962), O Lord, support us

04-29
01:10:25

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Anselm (April 21, 2024)

This service of Choral Evensong, sung by the Cathedral Schola, observes the Feast of St. Anselm. The officiant and preacher is the Rev. Canon Lauren Holder. Choral repertoire includes: Robert Lehman (b. 1960), Preces & Responses in A flatCharles Villiers Stanford 1852-1924) in CGabriel Jackson (b. 1962), A Prayer of King Henry VIBob Chilcott (b. 1955), Now the green blade riseth

04-22
58:06

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