There was a Diocesan Come and Sing Choral Evensong on Saturday, 11th October in St Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork. Around forty people took part, travelling from across the Diocese as well as some coming across the border from Limerick. The event was led by Cathedral Director of Music, Peter Stobart with Matthew Breen, Assistant Director of Music, at the organ. The Rev. Martin Steele took the service.

The psalm and readings were for the Feast of St Philip the Deacon, and the music included Harwood’s anthem O how glorious is the kingdom and the canticles were Brewer in D. Matthew Breen played Bach’s Fugue in D major BWV 532 after the service which received some well deserved applause.

Peter Stobart said:

Once again we had a very enthusiastic group of singers this year, and there was representation from most of the parish choirs across the diocese, including Bandon, Douglas, and Templebreedy. People enjoy the opportunity to sing with the cathedral organ in a larger building than they might normally be used to. I think part of the attraction is also that the singers make new friends on the day and a cup of tea between the rehearsal and service helps this along!