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Concert Choirs

Old St. Patrick’s has a rich history of presenting concerts throughout the year showcasing and celebrating the many talents of Old St. Patrick’s and the essence of who we are as a people of faith. These concerts have become a great source of pride for the community of Old St. Patrick’s and the City of Chicago. Join one of our concert choirs below!

“I love to hear a choir. I love the humanity—to see the faces of real people devoting themselves to a piece of music. I like the teamwork. It makes me feel optimistic about the human race when I see them cooperating like that.”  -Sir Paul McCartney

“Music––the other non-addictive, mood altering non substance.  Ask your Doctor if music is right for you.” -Anonymous
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“I sang in a college choir and loved it.  I miss it and want to get back to singing.” – Future choir member

DECK THE HALL


AN ECLECTIC AND LARGE SCALE CHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS.

This concert has become the gateway to the Christmas holiday season. Join us for a fun and rewarding rehearsal process culminating in three nights of Christmas music and joyful praise — Deck The Hall!

Contact Mark Scozzafave, Director of Music, at marks@oldstpats.org for more information. 

Siamsa Na Ngael


St. Patrick’s Day and Old St. Pat’s naturally go together! For nearly 20 years, Old St. Pat’s has celebrated the feast of our patron saint with an event so special that we fill Symphony Center on Michigan Avenue year after year....
  

Too Hot to Handel


THE JAZZ-GOSPEL MESSIAH AT THE AUDITORIUM THEATER

How many times have all of us been inspired and had our spirits lifted up while hearing Handel’s “Messiah”? No doubt, this timeless composition is among the most beloved musical works in history.

In 1992, Marin Alsop, the conductor of the Baltimore Symphony, commissioned two New York jazz musicians, Gary Anderson and Bob Christiansen, to create a jazz, gospel, blues, funk, spiritual, and classical re-creation of Handel’s genius oratorio. The result was, while still maintaining Handel’s original intent, a swinging rendition of Too Hot To Handel—the Jazz-Gospel Messiah.

Soloists Rodrick Dixon, tenor; Karen Marie Richardson, alto; and Alfreda Burke, soprano combine with a jazz ensemble, full orchestra and a 125-voice “Too Hot” choir. The choir is under the direction of Bill Fraher and is composed of volunteer singers from the Chicago metropolitan area. Interested choir singers are most welcome to audition. The ability to effortlessly carry a tune and a willingness to commit to the rehearsal schedule is all that it takes to be a part of what has become a historical and spirited yearly experience.

We are proud to reach out to the community-at-large inviting singers from all over Chicago to participate in a stunning performance of this classic work, sung yet again and made anew for all generations to enjoy in a fresh and contemporary version.

It is not necessary to prepare anything for the audition. Just come and bring your voice and your enthusiasm. As the choir learns 14 choruses in just 12 rehearsals, participation in all the rehearsals is necessary.

For more information, contact Bill Fraher at 312.831.9353.

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Sunday Masses: 7 am, 9 am, 11 am, 5 pm, and 8 pm
(livestream available for 9 am and 5 pm)
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Weekday Masses: 
Tuesdays at 12:10 pm
Wednesdays at 7 am, 12:10 pm, & 5:30 pm
Thursdays at 12:10 pm 
(livestream available for Wednesday at 12:10 pm)

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CHURCH ADDRESS
700 WEST ADAMS STREET
CHICAGO, IL 60661


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FR. JACK WALL MISSION CENTER
711 WEST MONROE STREET
CHICAGO, IL 60661
312.648.1021
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  • Home
  • About
    • myOSP
    • Membership
    • Mass Schedule
    • Sunday Bulletins
    • Calendar >
      • What's happening in the OSP community?
    • History >
      • Tour & Gallery
    • Vision & Mission >
      • Renew My Church
    • Contact Us >
      • Staff & Board of Advisors
    • Parking
  • Liturgy & Music
    • Liturgical Ministry
    • Livestream
    • Mass Intentions
    • Book of Patrick
    • Music Ministry >
      • Sunday Music Now Playing
      • Wedding Music
  • Sacraments
    • Baptism
    • First Holy Communion
    • Reconciliation
    • Confirmation
    • Becoming Catholic (RCIA)
    • Holy Orders
    • Marriage/Weddings
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Sacramental Records
  • Community Life
    • Special Events
    • Social
    • Spiritual
    • Families
    • Pastoral Care
  • Giving
    • Sunday Giving Commitment
    • Capital Giving
    • Funds, Memorials and Legacy Gifts
  • Social Action
    • Mission Overview
    • North Lawndale Kinship Initiative >
      • North Lawndale Works
      • Phoenix Hall
    • Racial Equity & Justice Initiative >
      • Immigrant & Refugee Ministry
    • Outreach