Sundays at 5 is our series of Choral Evensongs, special concerts and special liturgies, held about once per month, usually at 5 p.m. on Sundays in September through May.
2026-2027 Sundays at 5 schedule
Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. Francis
Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 5 pm
Sung by Trinity’s Senior Choristers, this contemplative service of Evening Prayer will include music by Jessica French, Herbert Sumsion, John Rutter, and Malcolm Archer. It will be a beautiful opportunity to pause, reflect, and worship through music.
Spooky Organ Concert
Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 4 pm
Calling all princesses, Super-Heroes and goblins…come dressed in your favorite costume and join Organist Virginia Bolena for this annual favorite. This program is especially suited for children. Parents are welcome too.
All Saints’ Concert featuring John Rutter’s Requiem for choir and orchestra.
Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 5 pm
Trinity’s Parish Choir will be joined by local professional musicians to sing Rutter’s masterpiece in memory of all who have gone before us. Reception will follow in McCracken Hall.
Advent Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 5 pm
Come experience the timeless beauty of the Lessons and Carols service, a tradition that Episcopal and Anglican churches have shared for almost 150 years to welcome the Season of Advent. This poignant candlelit liturgy opens with the ancient Matin Responsory. From there, the service unfolds as scripture and carols alternate to tell the sacred story of the prophecy and birth of Jesus. This year, the Trinity Choirs will perform pieces by renowned composers including James MacMillan, Janette Fishell, William Byrd, and Cecilia MacDowall. After the service, everyone is invited to a reception in McCracken Hall.
Christmas at Trinity Concert
Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 5 pm
Featuring Trinity’s Senior Choristers in a performance of Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols, this concert will also include other choral music and carols for all. After the concert in the church, all are invited to McCracken Hall for a festive reception of cookies, cocoa, and an informal carol sing-along around the piano.
The Banjo Meets the Organ
Sunday, February 7, 2027 at 5 pm
John Bullard, classical banjo player and Virginia Bolena, organist, collaborate to present a unique program of classical music for banjo and organ.
Choral Evensong sung by Senior Choristers
Sunday, March 7, 2027 at 5 pm
Carl Broman Organ Concert featuring organist Nicholas Quardokus
Sunday, April 11, 2027 at 5 pm
Nicholas Quardokus, organist, plays the Taylor and Boody pipe organ for the annual Carl Broman Organ Concert. Reception to follow in McCracken Hall.
Choral Evensong sung by Senior Choristers and the Parish Choir
Sunday, May 25, 2027 at 5 pm
Please contact Virginia Bolena, Organist & Director of Music at 540-886-9132 or through the Trinity Church contact form to be added to our email lists to receive notification about these special services and events.
Want to become a Friend of Music to help fund these concerts? Please mail donations to Trinity Church, PO Box 208, Staunton, VA, 24402, or donate online here.
Thank you for your generosity.