Ealing Abbey Lay Plainchant Choir
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The Ealing Abbey Lay Plainchant Choir (EALPC) is a group of men and women who meet weekly under the direction of Fr Peter Burns OSB to practise singing Gregorian chant as part of the liturgical life of Ealing Abbey.
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We always seek the patronage and protection of The Blessed Virgin Mary.
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We sing Mass chants in Latin (Ordinary Form), aiming to support the prayer of the Abbey by singing the liturgy with care, reverence, and musical integrity.
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The Choir is lay, non-professional, and open to new members. No previous experience of plainchant is required.​
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The Annunciation, from the Beaufort Book of Hours, courtesy of the British Library
What we do​
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We rehearse weekly at Ealing Abbey
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We sing at monthly Masses during the year
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We study Gregorian chant in a practical, supportive way
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We welcome singers who wish to learn, listen, and participate
Who the Choir is for
​You may be interested in the Choir if you:
• Enjoy singing or would like to learn
• Are interested in Gregorian chant and sacred music
• Value liturgy, prayer, and tradition
• Are willing to commit to regular rehearsals
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You do not need to read music fluently, and you do not need prior experience of chant.