Cantores In Ecclesia

The 24th Annual William Byrd Festival spanned over 2 weeks in early August and included 3 concerts, 2 recitals, 6 liturgical services amd 3 lectures. This year's festival featured works of 20th century composers along with works of 16th/17th centruy composers from he time of William Byrd to explore the evolution of English choral music. This year's festival invited 4 prominent scholars from England and the US as directors, lecturers and musicans. The guest scholars donated their time while the festival event funded travel and accommodations. Attendance at the festival is estimated at 3000. Reported revenue includes ticket sales, advertising and contributions at the free event and from festival patrons.

A Choir Tour of Eastern Europe is scheduled for 2025. The director, one travel agent, 29 singers (adult), and 10 supporters will travel. The director and agent's costs will be covered through generous donations to the Special Project Fund. The fund will also cover some of the singers costs. Supporters will pay their own expenses. Most of the funds were collected and paid in installments in 2024, with a final installment to be paid in 2025.