The Benedictine monks of the Monastery of the Holy Cross invite you to attend the Solemn Choral Vespers for the Feast of Mary, Mother of God, on Sunday, December 29, 2019. In addition to the monks singing Gregorian chant, the program will also include a variety of Renaissance musical arrangements performed by Schola Laudis under the direction of Kevin Allen. The program will include works composed by Gesualdo, Joaquin, Palestrina, and Victoria.
This event will will begin at 5:15 p.m. at the Monastery, 3111 S. Aberdeen Street in Chicago. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome to enjoy an evening of glorious sacred music performed against the background of a beautiful liturgical setting. If you would like more information, you can telephone the Monastery at (773) 927-7424 for details.