The Anglican Chorale of Southeast Florida
The Anglican Chorale of Southeast Florida exists to sing the beautiful service of Choral Evensong and to renew and nurture this heritage throughout Southeast Florida. The Chorale is co-directed by Simon Jacobs and Matthew Steynor, and sings on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 464 NE 16 Street, Miami.
Why celebrate Evensong?
The service of Evensong, also known as Evening Prayer, dates back to the Reformation, arising as a combination of the old Catholic Offices of Compline and Vespers. It has been sung daily ever since in Cathedrals, Churches and Colleges throughout the Anglican Communion, of which the Episcopal Church is a part. Evensong provides a chance for all to encounter the word of God in a peaceful liturgical setting.
What happens at Evensong?
Evensong makes use of the ancient poetry of the Church set to beautiful music; some of it hundreds of years old, some of it new. The Anglican Chorale of Southeast Florida sings much of the service, including psalms (sung to Anglican Chant) and Canticles (The Song of Mary and The Song of Simeon). The organ is played by South Florida's finest organists on Trinity's historic instrument.
How long does Evensong last?
Evensongs last no longer than forty-five minutes. Once or twice a year there is a sermon, extending the service to around sixty minutes.
Why does the choir sing so much at Evensong?
In Choral Evensong the choir sings on behalf of the congregation. The Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis are sung entirely by the choir. Some of the prayers are also sung by the Officiant and Choir on behalf of the people, allowing the congregation time to meditate and enter into deeper prayer.
What does the congregation do at Evensong?
The congregation joins in the singing of the hymns, the Apostles' Creed and the spoken prayers at the end of the service. The congregation joins in silent meditation through prayers and canticles.
Is there a reception following Evensong?
Yes, there is: having spent time pondering and reflecting on the mysteries of our lives, it is also important that we have fellowship with those in our community. The reception gives us a chance to talk and share with those who have celebrated with us, and also to enjoy a glass of sherry or punch!
How do I join the Anglican Chorale?
Membership enquiries are always welcome. Please e-mail Matthew Steynor or Simon Jacobs at chorale@simon-jacobs.com. You can also download our information booklet here:
Anglican Chorale of Southeast Florida:
Information Booklet
Choral
Eucharist
Bishop Frade's 25th Anniversary of Ordination
Sunday January 25th, 4pm
Introit: Prepare ye the way of the Lord (from Godspell) Schwartz
Psalm 67
Anthem: How lovely are the messengers (from St. Paul) Mendelssohn
Motet: Tribus miraculis Marenzio
Voluntary: Festa No Sertão (from Ciclo Brasiliero) Villa-Lobos
Choral Evensong
Sunday February 8th, 6pm
Plainsong Responses
Psalm
Canticles: Moeran in D
Anthem: He watching over Israel (from Elijah) Mendelssohn
Voluntary: Fiat Lux Dubois
Choral Evensong
Sunday February 22nd, 6pm
Plainsong Responses
Psalm 115
Canticles: Moore Third Service
Anthem: O Lord that seest from yon starry height Wood
Voluntary: Scherzo in A flat Bairstow
Choral Evensong
Sunday March 8th, 6pm
Plainsong Responses
Psalm 84
Canticles: Dyson in C minor
Anthem: Wilt Thou Forgive Mason
Voluntary: Saraband in modo elegiaco Howells
Choral Evensong
Sunday March 29th, 6pm
Mason Responses
Psalm 145
Canticles: Bairstow in E flat
Anthem: And didst thou travel light Shephard
Postlude: Ecce lignum crucis Heiller
Choral Evensong
Sunday April 26th, 6pm
at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Coconut Grove
Mason Responses
Psalm 4
Canticles: Moore Third Service
Anthem: This joyful Eastertide Trad. arr. Wood
Postlude: Fanfare Mathias
Choral Evensong
Sunday May 10th, 6pm
Prelude: Allegretto (Five Short Pieces) Whitlock
Ayleward Responses
Psalm 8
Canticles: Murrill in E
Anthem: Haec Dies Arcadelt
Postlude: Carillon Murrill
Choral Evensong
Sunday May 24th, 6pm
Prelude: Prière du Christ montant vers son Pere Messiaen
Ayleward Responses
Psalm 46
Canticles: Wood in E flat, no.2
Anthem: Viri Galilaei Byrd
Postlude: Scherzo Gigout
Choral Evensong
Sunday June 14th, 6pm
Prelude: Rhapsody no. 1 in D flat Howells
Ayleward Responses
Psalm
Canticles: Tallis Short Service
Anthem: My soul, there is a country Parry
Postlude: Hymne d'action des graces "Te Deum" Langlais
Choral Evensong
Sunday June 28th, 6pm
Prelude: Schmücke dich BWV 654 Bach
Rose Responses
Psalm 145
Canticles: Tomkins Second Service
Anthem: Oculi omnium Wood
Postlude: A Fantasy Tomkins
Choral Evensong
Sunday July 12th, 6pm
Prelude: Even Song John la Montaine
Rose Responses
Psalm 115
Canticles: Bairstow in E flat
Anthem: Sicut cervus Palestrina
Postlude: The Dance of David before the Ark of the Covenant Eben
Choral Evensong
Sunday July 26th, 6pm
Prelude: Chorale Op. 37, no. 4 Jongen
Rose Responses
Psalm 84
Canticles: Wood in D
Anthem: Holy is the true light Harris
Postlude: Psalm Prelude Set 2, no. 3 Howells
Choral Evensong
Sunday August 9th, 6pm
Prelude: Soleil du soir Langlais
Rose Responses
Psalm 46
Canticles: Brewer in D
Anthem: Listen Sweet Dove Grayston Ives
Postlude: Hymne de soleil Vierne
Choral Evensong
Sunday August 26th, 6pm
Prelude: Neptune, the Mystic Holst arr. Steynor
Rose Responses
Psalm 112
Canticles: Noble in B minor
Anthem: O Lord, the maker of al thing Joubert
Postlude: Mercury, the Winged Messenger Holst, arr. Sykes
Solemn Evensong (Holy Cross)
Sunday September 13th, 6pm
Prelude: Chorale Prelude on 'St.Cross' Parry
Introit: Ecce lignum crucis Moniusko
Rose Responses
Psalm
Canticles: Moore Third Service
Anthem: O crux benedicta Guerrero
Postlude: Introduction and Passacaglia in D minor Reger
Choral Evensong
Sunday September 27th, 6pm
Prelude: Sonata I (2nd movement) BWV 525 (ii) Bach
Reading Responses
Psalm 19
Canticles: Stanford in C
Anthem: In pace Blitheman
Postlude: Sonata I (3rd movement) BWV 525 (iii) Bach
Choral Evensong
Sunday October 11th, 6pm
Prelude: Nunc Dimittis (Sixteen Preludes) Wood
Reading Responses
Psalm 112
Canticles: Harris in A minor
Anthem: Ye Holy Angels Bright Thiman
Postlude: Imperial March Elgar
Choral Evensong
Sunday October 25th, 6pm
Prelude: Gargoyles et Chimeres Vierne
Reading Responses
Psalm 103 vv. 1-11
Canticles: Wood in E flat, no. 2
Anthem: Te lucis ante terminum Balfour Gardiner
Postlude: Moto ostinato Eben
Choral Evensong
Friday October 3rd, 6pm
Attended by members of The North American Guild of Change Ringers
Byrd/Steynor Responses
Psalm 117
Canticles: Dyson in C minor
Anthem: De Profundis Pärt
Voluntary: Fugue sur les carillons des heures, Op 12 Duruflé [Simon Jacobs]
Choral Evensong
Sunday October 26th, 6pm
Plainsong Responses
Psalm 136
Magnificat: Dyson in C minor
Nunc Dimittis: Sumsion in G (Men's Voices)
Anthem: Let my complaint Morley
Choral Evensong with Kirkin' o' the Tartan
Sunday November 30th, 4pm
Rose Responses
Psalm 19
Canticles: Sumsion in G (Men's Voices)
Anthem: Thou visitest the earth Greene
Festival of Lessons and Carols
Sunday December 21st, 6pm
with the Florida Singing Sons Boychoir
Featuring music by Bach, Britten, Whitacre and Willcocks
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