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For 50 years, St. Thomas More Cathedral has maintained a unique ministry of bringing the work of established concert artists to the community at large through an annual series of free concerts in the exquisite acoustical environment of the Cathedral. Join us in continuing the marvelous tradition!
Cathedral Concerts is a self-supporting service dedicated to bringing the work of professional musicians to the Cathedral Community, and the DC area community-at-large. We sponsor concerts ranging from organ recitals to choral concerts and instrumental programs. Dates are published in a season brochure. Parish and public attendance and your patronage are warmly invited.
Free and ample parking is provided onsite, including accessible spaces for the physically challenged. A reception is held after each concert, where guests and performers are meet and interact.
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Please note that Sunday's concert is at 4 pm. We are currently trying to resolve the glitch that makes the start time appear an hour later.
Announcing our 2021-22 Season!
Through Darkness to Light - Nov. 14 at 4:00 pm
The past two years have presented us with challenges, uncertainty, and grief. As we continue to recover from the darkest days of the pandemic and longingly await a return to carefree gatherings with family and friends, we invite you to reflect on the pandemic's impact with a special concert featuring the Cathedral choir, instrumental ensemble, and guest organist Dr. Mary Beth Bennett. The powerful and inspirational music featured in this program will lead us on a journey of reflection, healing, and hope, as we look forward to the light that is to come.
Services of Lessons and Carols - Dec. 5 at 4:00 pm
Cathedral Concerts offers the annual Service of Lessons and Carols, featuring Cathedral clergy, lay readers, the Cathedral choir, youth choir, and handbell choir. A cherished Cathedral tradition, this service is filled with candles, carols, and readings. Celebrate the joy and peace of this wonderful season in the beauty of St. Thomas More Cathedral, especially in this time of pandemic.
The Romeri Duo - Feb. 18 at 7:30 pm
We are thrilled to welcome back this amazing father-son pair to St. Thomas More. John Romeri (organ) and John Romeri II (flute) have performed to enthusiastic audiences around the country. Their repertoire ranges from baroque sonatas to beautiful orchestral works transcribed for the organ and flute. Enjoy the many colors of our pipe organ and the exquisite beauty of the flute all in the sonic splendor of our magnificent Cathedral.
David Ball, Organist - Apr. 29 at 7:30 pm
David Ball serves as Cathedral Organist and Head of Music Ministry at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange, California (formerly the Crystal Cathedral). David was recently named one of The Diapason’s 20 under 30.
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Thanks to everyone who tuned in! Please join us next week for our annual Service of Lessons and Carols.
Our St. Cecilia Concert, which was originally schedule for this weekend, has been postponed until November 29 at 4 pm. We hope you can still attend in-person or virtually! Please help us spread the word by sharing this post to your timeline.
As you may have guessed, we are postponing our June 12 concert due to the pandemic. We hope all of you stay safe and healthy and look forward to welcoming you back when we can all gather again.
Our very own Dr. Rick Gibala, was recently featured in a podcast to discuss how different music directors dealt with a very different Holy Week.
Even though the Cathedral Choir have not sung together in person since early March, they are not letting the distance prevent them from making joyful music to celebrate Easter.