ANNE O’BYRNE, SOPRANO
ANTHONY SMITH, FLUTE
Patrick Carlin, Piano
Sunday, October 19, 2014, 2:00 P.M.
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Richmond, Virginia
Today’s Concert is presented as a Thank You to ALL Cathedral Parishioners for your generosity in the
Increased Offertory Program, the past Annual Bishop’s Appeals, and the current Living Our Mission
Appeal. In addition, this concert is made possible through a generous grant from the E. Rhodes and
Leona B. Carpenter Foundation; a generous music ministry endowment created by + Frank T. Eck; a
generous music ministry endowment created by J. Alfred & Margaret Broaddus, Jr.; and the generosity
of the community of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. We will continue to offer our concerts for all!
Thank you for coming!
PROGRAM
Meine Seele hört im Sehen
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
My soul hears in seeing when, to glorify the Creator, everything rejoices, everything laughs. Just listen to the splendor
of the blooming spring. It is the language of nature that clearly through our eyes speaks to us everywhere.
Panis Angelicus
César Franck (1822-1890)
The angel's bread becomes the bread of men; the heavenly bread ends all symbols. Oh, miraculous thing! The body of the
Lord will nourish the poor, poor, and humble servant, the poor, poor, and humble servant.
Flute Sonata No. 7 in F Major, Op. 1, No. 11
Larghetto
Allegro
Siciliana
Allegro
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
Lo! Here the Gentle Lark
Sir Henry R. Bishop (1786-1855)
Lo! Here the gentle lark, weary of rest, from his moist cabinet mounts up on high, Ah! And wakes the morning from
whose silver breast the sun ariseth in true majesty. (William Shakespeare)
O Divine Redeemer
Charles Gounod (1818-1893)
Ave Maria
J. S. Bach/Charles Gounod (1818-1893)
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Meditation, from Thaïs
Jules Massenet (1842-1912)
Ah! Vous dirai-je Maman – Variations,
from Le Toréador
Adolphe Adam (1803-1856)
Ah! Mother, let me tell you the cause of my torment. Ever since I saw Clitandre looking tenderly at me, my heart keeps
saying can one live without a lover? This is a charming song. I will sing it often. Yes, this is a charming song. Its
captivating theme gives rise to the most tender feelings! I love the way it moves, gently rocking. It is both expressive and
elegant. One’s heart beats just to hear it. Ah, mother, let me tell you, … (Thomas Marie François Sauvage)
MUSIC MINISTRY AT THE CATHEDRAL
Welcome to the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart! Through the art of music, the Ministry of Music seeks to enable
each member of the concert audience or worshiping assembly to be drawn into a deeper experience of the
presence of God, in the Church's celebration of the Sacred Liturgy and in an extensive Concert Series. Through
music God continues to reveal God’s self. Music touches and moves hearts and souls, individually and
communally. Music is integral to the life of the Cathedral and is one thread among many in the fabric of the
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. In keeping with the tradition of cathedrals throughout the ages, the Cathedral
of the Sacred Heart actively promotes and engages in the arts and social outreach for the Catholic Diocese of
Richmond and the Greater Richmond Area. The Music Ministry and its programs seek to respect the diversity
already present in the local community by programming inclusive, eclectic repertoire and by engaging
performing artists from a wide spectrum of musical styles. May our spirits be uplifted to God whose gift of
music we celebrate! Welcome again!
ANNE O’BYRNE was born and studied in Dublin, Ireland, before gaining scholarships to study at the Royal
Northern College of Music in Manchester, England. Anne’s performances have taken her all over the world,
where she has worked with many leading opera companies, singing over twenty major roles – Handel in
Melbourne Australia (Oriana in Amadigi), Mozart in Milan and the US (Pamina in The Magic Flute), Verdi in
France (Gilda in Rigoletto), Puccini in England (Mimi in La Bohème), and Bizet in Ireland (Leila in The
Pearlfishers) – to name but a few. As a member of the RTE Chamber Choir, she recorded weekly for Irish radio,
and has also broadcast for Irish television, the BBC, NPR, and Fox Business Channel as a guest soloist at a
National Veteran’s Day concert from the Basilica of the National Shrine DC. Anne enjoys singing contemporary
music, and has created roles in new operas for the Wexford and Covent Garden International Festivals. Since
her move to Richmond in 2002, with her husband David Fisk, the executive director of the Richmond
Symphony, and their two children, Fionnuala and Oliver, Anne has performed for VA Opera, the Symphony,
many East Coast choral societies, as guest soloist at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, and for distinguished
international speakers at the Richmond Forum – including Robert Redford. She teaches voice, both at
University of Richmond where she was recently Artist in Residence, and the Academy of Music, while
continuing to travel for concerts and recitals - including Carnegie Hall with the American Youth Harp
Ensemble. Future performances include Cathedral Liturgies and Concerts during 2014-2015, including
December 1, 15, & 24, 2014, March 9, 2015, Handel's Messiah with Petersburg Symphony, December 7, and a
concert tour of England and Ireland in summer 2015.
ANTHONY SMITH, FLUTE, is formally educated in flute, piano, percussion, and vocal performance. Mr.
Smith has won several regional and national competitions, and has had the privilege of studying with and
participating in masterclasses led by some of the top artists in the world. He can frequently be heard in recital at
the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (where he also serves as Bass Soloist and Section Leader) with Dr. Patrick
Carlin, piano/organ. He can also be heard in performance (on both piano and flute) with the Quux Collective, a
Richmond based new music ensemble directed by Dr. Sheri Oyan. Most recently, he has been a featured artist
with Classical Revolution RVA, a group whose mission is to spread classical music outside of the concert hall
and into the community. Mr. Smith has worked as pianist, vocal coach, musical director, and orchestrator for
several professional theater companies across the country. Anthony is thrilled to be continuing his work with
the Virginia Repertory Theatre, where his (selected) credits include The Color Purple, Nunsense, Always Patsy
Cline, The Producers, The Music Man, Fiddler on the Roof, and several others! Outside of VaRep, his most r/recent
regional credits include Pippin, Sweet Charity [Lee Playhouse], Trojan Women: A Love Story, Spring Awakening
[University of Richmond], La Cage Aux Folles {Richmond Triangle Players], Swamp Gas and Shallow Feelings
[Barter Theater], and Three Penny Opera [in November at William & Mary]. Anthony is currently the Assistant
Director of Bands and Director of Percussion at James River High School in Midlothian, VA. Anthony maintains
an active private studio comprised of flute, percussion, piano, and voice students. He has also worked for
several educational camps, is currently the Musical Director for Virginia Repertory Theatre’s “Stage Explorers”
Summer Camps and Young Performers' Institute and the Advanced Musical Theatre Camp at Swift Creek Mill
Theatre. Anthony will be heard in upcoming Cathedral concerts on December 1, 6, 15, & 24, and Sunday,
January 18, 2015, at 2:00 PM, with Vocalist Dr. Lisa Edwards Burrs.
PATRICK CARLIN is Minister of Music at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, in Richmond, Virginia, a position
in which he has served for thirty years. Pat is a graduate of The Juilliard School (piano and voice), University of
Dubuque (piano and voice), New York University (M.A. in college teaching/conducting; Ph.D. in college
teaching/keyboard performance), University of Notre Dame (M.A. in theology/liturgical studies), and Virginia
Commonwealth University (M.P.A. in public administration). In addition, he has studied music at Columbia
University and theology at the Aquinas Institute of Theology. Pat’s vocal teachers have included Eleanor
Steber, Bernard Taylor, and William Toole; his keyboard teachers have included Roger Boardman, Robert
Harris, Rosina Lhevinne, Ruth Mahmoud, and Robert Pace; and his conducting teachers have included Rebecca
Scott, John Gilbert, and Jon de Revere. Prior to moving to Richmond, Pat served churches in New York and
Minnesota and taught music on the college and elementary school levels. His articles and reviews appear in
several liturgical music journals. He serves on the Music Faculty of VCU where he teaches music history and
literature to undergraduate and graduate music majors. Pat is the proud father of Stephanie and Sean.
2014-2015 CONCERTS AT THE CATHEDRAL
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
7:00 p.m.
FREE Concert
Choirs of Douglas S. Freeman High School
Amy G. Hruska, Director
BENEFIT CHRISTMAS CONCERT FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES
On Monday, December 1, 2014, at 7:00 P.M., at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, The Richmond Symphony, Patrick
Carlin, conducting, with The Choir of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Vocal Soloists Anne O’Byrne, Father Michael
Renninger, & Michele Orr, and Flutist Anthony Smith, will present a benefit Christmas Concert for Catholic Charities,
featuring popular works by Handel, Adam, and others, as well as traditional carols. For ticket information, please call
Catholic Charities at 285-5900.
ANNUAL FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN COMMEMORATION OF WORLD AIDS DAY
On Saturday, December 6, 2014, at 7:00 P.M., the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart will present its FREE Annual Christmas
Concert, featuring The Cathedral Choir, Amy Grant Hruska & Patrick Carlin, directing; Vocal Soloists Father Michael
Renninger & Michele Orr; Trumpeter Dr. Michael Davison; and Flutist Anthony Smith.
Monday, December 15, 2014
11:00 a.m.
FREE Concert of Christmas Music for Solo Voice
12 Noon
FREE Luncheon
Vocal Soloists from the Cathedral Music Ministry,
Including Lisa Edwards Burrs & Anne O’Byrne; Patrick Carlin, Piano
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
9:00 p.m.
FREE Pre-Liturgy Concert & 10:00 p.m. Mass
The Cathedral Choir & Vocal Soloists
Sunday, January 18, 2015
2:00 p.m.
FREE Concert
Dr. Lisa Edwards Burrs & Anthony Smith, Vocalists;
Patrick Carlin, Piano
Sunday, February 15, 2015
2:00 p.m.
FREE “Concert of Music for Weddings”
Dr. Michael Davison, Trumpet; Patrick Carlin, Organ & Piano
Michele Orr & Anthony Smith, Vocalists; Anthony Smith, Flute
Monday, March 9, 2015
11:00 a.m.
FREE “Concert of Arias from Operas”
12 Noon
FREE Luncheon
Vocal Soloists from the Cathedral Music Ministry,
Including Lisa Edwards Burrs & Anne O’Byrne; Patrick Carlin, Piano
** Additional Concerts will be added and announced throughout 2014-2015.
For more information on our 2014-2015 Concerts at the Cathedral, please visit the website of the Cathedral of the Sacred
Heart at www.richmondcathedral.org. Close to the date of each concert a complete Concert Program may be viewed on
our web site. All events are free (unless otherwise noted) and open to the public. “The Concert Series” and “The Series
of Guest Artists, Guest Choirs, & Cathedral Choirs at Cathedral Worship” are made possible through a generous grant
from the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation; a generous music ministry endowment created by + Frank T.
Eck; a generous music ministry endowment created by J. Alfred & Margaret Broaddus, Jr.; and the generosity of the
community of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. On-street parking is sometimes available as well as the VCU Parking
Deck next to the Altria Theater.