Richmond Petersburg, VA, October 31, 2026 —

All Saints Episcopal Church in Richmond is scheduled to present a special Choral Evensong service in observance of All Saints’ Day. The event will take place on Sunday, November 1st, commencing at 5:00 PM.

The service will feature the performance of Herbert Howells’ Requiem. Choral Evensong is a traditional service in the Anglican tradition, typically sung by a choir. It is a service of evening prayer and music, often incorporating psalms, readings, prayers, and anthems.

The inclusion of Herbert Howells’ Requiem indicates a focus on significant choral repertoire for the occasion. Herbert Howells was an English composer known for his contributions to Anglican church music. His Requiem, composed in 1936, is a notable work that often reflects a contemplative and spiritual quality, suitable for services commemorating saints and the departed.

All Saints’ Day, observed on November 1st, is a solemnity celebrated in Christian traditions, honoring all saints, known and unknown. The Choral Evensong service is designed to provide a musical and spiritual reflection on this observance.

Further details regarding the specific program or any required preparations for attendees were not provided in the summary of the event.


Story summarized from the original created by Mike Goldberg on www.vpm.org, see more information here.

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