Just as swine run to a place where there is mire and bees dwell where there are fragrances and incense, likewise demons gather where there are carnal songs and the grace of the Holy Spirit settles where there are spiritual melodies, sanctifying both mouth and soul - St. John Chrysostom
When chanters chant with the tongue and also with the mind, they greatly benefit not only themselves but also those who want to hear them. To recite the psalms with melody is not done from a desire for pleasing sound, but it is a manifestation of harmony among the thoughts of the soul. And melodious reading is a sign of the well-ordered and tranquil condition of the mind - St. Athanasius
Ranks: Manual I
Principal 8'
Octave 4'
Mixture
Manual II
Gedeckt 8'
Rohrflute 4'
Nazard 2 2/3'
Principal 2'
Tierce 1 2/5'
Dulcian 8'
Pedal
Principal 16'
Octave 8'
Jan Aldrich has been cantrice of Christ Church Parish since 1984. She holds a BAE in Music from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington. She taught Music and Drama at Colton High School.
Below you find examples of the music performed at Christ Church (organist Mr. David Christensen)