Kentucky Wesleyan invites the community to begin the Christmas season at the Festival of Lessons and Carols, “The Tree of Life,” Dec. 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Stephen Cathedral at 610 Locust St. The Kentucky Wesleyan Singers and Shepard Brass Quintet will present Owensboro’s adaptation of the famous Nine Lessons and Carols, offered since 1918 at King’s College in Cambridge, England, and broadcast around the world by the BBC.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Patrick Ritsch is the conductor, and James Wells, director of music at the cathedral, is the staff collaborative pianist. Associate Professor of Music Dr. Lisa Clark is a soloist.
“The service of Nine Lessons and Carols is one of my favorite services of the Anglican tradition,” said Ritsch. “I am honored to continue this tradition at Kentucky Wesleyan. It began with my dear friend, Professor Dennis Jewett, and the late Professor Paul Oakley. This service is a wonderful way to welcome the Christmas season.”
Tickets ($10, $5 for senior adults and students with ID) are available at kwc.edu, by calling 270-852-3117 and at the door.
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