If you find yourself in or around Washington D.C. this summer, one “must see” sacred destination is the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
Interior of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.
At some point, I will pen a full series on this incredible national treasure, but today I want to point you to a terrific music series happening at this Basilica this summer. From a recent press release:
The Basilica of the National Shrine will once again present the Summer Organ Recital Series. This annual series is held everySunday, July through August, at 6:00 p.m. Join us in the Crypt Church for these wonderful performances, the dates and performers are listed below. There is no charge for admission, a free will offering will be accepted. The Basilicais located walking distance from the Brookland-CUA station on Metro’s Red Line and offers ample free parking. For more information please contact the Basilica at (202) 526-8300, muslit@bnsic.org, or online at www.nationalshrine.com/music.
The series includes the following recitals:
- July 7 – Michael Lodico, St. John’s Church, Lafayette Square
- July 14 – Peter Latona, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
- July 21 – Timothy Duhr, Holy Trinity Parish, Georgetown
- July 28 – Benjamin Straley, Washington National Cathedral
- August 4 – Russell Weismann, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
- August 11 – Josh Stattford, Saint Paul Parish, K Street & Saint John the Beloved, McLean
- August 18 – Adam Detzner, Stanford University
- August 25 – Benjamin LaPrairie, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
For more information visit www.nationalshrine.com/music.
Your turn: In what church, basilica or cathedral would you love to hear a sacred music recital? Have you had the opportunity to hear such concerts in the past?
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