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Liturgical Music

‘We hope to continue to bring people to God, the source of all beauty’

‘We hope to continue to bring people to God, the source of all beauty’

Vox Antiqua, the acclaimed Hong Kong-based choir, returns to Macau on May 1 to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph with a special choral programme at two of the city’s most beautiful churches. Led by Andrew Leung, Vox Antiqua will perform William Byrd’s Mass for Four Voices, Gregorian chants, traditional hymns, and works by composers from around the world.

Advent Hope in Patuá: Coro Dóci Papiaçám Sings Again for the Glory of God

Advent Hope in Patuá: Coro Dóci Papiaçám Sings Again for the Glory of God

Bishop D. Stephen Lee Bun-sang requested and Coro Dóci Papiaçám di Macau obliged. The interim choral ensemble sang Christmas carols in Macanese Patois outside the Cathedral of the Nativity of Our Lady on Saturday afternoon. Later, the group accompanied the evening mass at Saint Dominic’s Church. The purpose? To convey a message of hope, in times of crisis and rapid change.

Choral Vespers: Experience the Christmas story through the beauty of sacred music this Saturday

Choral Vespers: Experience the Christmas story through the beauty of sacred music this Saturday

Advent chants, choral compositions by great symphonists, and even popular music. On Saturday, December 10th, the Cathedral of the Nativity of Our Lady will host a special Advent Choral Vespers service, featuring the Diocesan Choir and the Cathedral Schola of Macau. The initiative aims to prepare local Catholics for one of the most fundamental mysteries of the Catholic faith: the Nativity of Jesus.

Cathedral to celebrate Choral Vespers worship service today

Cathedral to celebrate Choral Vespers worship service today

The Diocesan Choir of Macau and the Cathedral Schola choir will take part in a Choral Vespers worship service this Saturday. Free of charge, the meeting is an opportunity to experience sacred music, scripture readings and prayer. The service takes place at the Church of the Nativity of Our Lady, starting from 7 pm.