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Children and Music Parents point to the character and
sense of accomplishment that the choirs at St Paul’s build in their
children. Children are treated to equal musical training as adults at St
Paul’s, and they find equal expectations. Both boys and girls accept a high
commitment to serving the worship of the parish. Challenged by singing with
adult men, children develop a sense of accountability and become dependable
members of a team. For many children this is their first experience of
community and responsibility outside the family.
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The Choir of Men and Boys
The Choir of Men and Boys is recognized in Akron, throughout the U.S. and
the World for its high standards in maintaining a living Anglican Choral
tradition. It sings Choral Eucharist or Choral Matins at 11.00 on
Sundays as well as numerous Choral Evensongs throughout the year.
Several tours are planned each season - a tour of England with the combined
choirs of St Paul’s took place in 2004.
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Rehearsals Boys - Tuesdays 5.45 - 7.00; Thursdays 5.45pm - 7.00 Make up rehearsals - Wednesdays 4.30 - 5.30; Saturdays 11.00 - 12.00 Full choir – alternate Thursdays, 6.30 - 7.00 Men - Thursdays, 6.30 - 8.00
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The St Cecilia Girls' Choir The St Cecilia Girls’ Choir sings alternately at
9.30 and 11.00 on Sundays, joining with other groups for special
services and occasions. The choir has recently given world première
performances of works by the gifted British composer Tim Scott
(including his ‘First Service’ performed at Choral Evensong for girls’
voices) and together with the boys has appeared live on stage at
Cleveland’s Severance Hall with the Cleveland Pops Orchestra. Men sing with the girls on a regular basis, allowing the girls a more
demanding repertoire. The St Cecilia Girls’ Choir celebrated its 50th
anniversary in 2002 and toured England with the Choir of Men and Boys in
2004. The St Cecilia Girls' Choir released a compact disc of Christmas music in 2006. More details are available by clicking here.
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Rehearsals Girls - Tuesdays 5.45 - 7.00; Thursdays 5.45pm - 7.00 Make up rehearsals - Wednesdays 4.30 - 5.30; Saturdays 11.00 - 12.00 Full choir – alternate Thursdays, 6.30 - 7.00
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