Every summer Musica Spei (Music of Hope) presents a series of

Renaissance Summer Sings

An opportunity for members of the community to join with each other and sing a wide variety of Gregorian chant, medieval and sacred choral music of the 15th, 16th and early 17th centuries from England, Spain, Italy, Germany, Franco-Flemish and other countries in a friendly, informal gathering amidst the splendor of Rochester's Saint Anne Church.

Requirements:

• Love of Gregorian chant, medieval and Renaissance sacred choral music by Palestrina, Byrd, Josquin, Tallis, Victoria and others.
• Experience in sight singing (we sing without accompaniment and only rarely practice parts individually)
• Interest in singing 4, 5, 6 and 8 part polyphony
• Desire to meet other singers who share your passion for this music

The 2008 sings will be Wednesday nights, July 9 through August 13, at 7:30 PM
SAINT ANNE CHURCH
1600 MOUNT HOPE AVENUE, ROCHESTER

No need to register -- just show up! We usually sing for about two hours, in the sanctuary if available, otherwise in one of the basement rooms. Signs will direct you.