Carey Ecumenical Choir prepares for holiday concert

CAREY — The Carey Ecumenical Choir is forming again next month in preparation for its 50th annual Christmas concert.

Under the direction of Anthony Gallina andPatricia Murphy, the Carey Ecumenical Choir will present a concert of sacred Advent and Christmas music at the Basilica & National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey.

The group, formed in 1971, has brought together singers and concertgoers each year since, with a three year hiatus from 2020-2022.

This year’s Golden Anniversary concert is on Dec. 8 at 4 p.m. Singers from all over northwest Ohio are encouraged to join the volunteer ensemble. The first rehearsal is on Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Carey. Singers are asked to attend a majority of rehearsals which alternate between Tuesdays and Thursdays leading up to the concert.

Contact Anthony Gallina ([email protected]) for more information.