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Music in the Cathedral

The church has an unbreakable bond with music. The cathedral of St. Agatha is not only home to a magnificent organ, now located above the entrance, but the tomb of the musician Vincenzo Bellini (1801-1835). Though he died very young, he was recognised as one of the greatest composers of his time. ...
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A gentle song

The nuns'singing was remarkable. During religious services the church was filled with sweet voices and gentle songs alternating with delicate prayers. If you return to the 18th century in your mind you can still hear the engrossed nuns singing Gloria del Signore (Glory of the Lord)....
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