June 19, 2012
Toronto, Canada: The 22nd Annual Church Musicians’ Conference is
Announced in the Canadian Diocese
With
the blessings of His Eminence Hilarion, Metropolitan of Eastern
America & New York, and of His Eminence Gabriel, Archbishop of
Montreal & Canada, the Synodal Liturgical Music Commission of the
Synod of Bishops and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Toronto, Ontario,
have announced the 22nd Annual Church Musicians’ Conference, to be
held in Toronto, Canada, from October 3-7, 2012. The theme of the
Conference is "Twenty years later: Directions in Russian Church
Music."
The goal of this conference is to bring together choir members and
conductors to explore the wealth and beauty of Russian Orthodox
church music. Participants will gain practical and theoretical
knowledge and experience through lectures, workshops, and rehearsals
which culminate in festive pontifical services. Further,
participants will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, get to
know like-minded people, and expand their liturgical repertoire.
The All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy will be held at Holy Trinity
Cathedral, located at 23 Henry Street, Toronto, Ontario.
