Doors open 6:45pm. Candlelit procession. London Nordic Choir sings in Swedish.
An atmospheric, candlelit procession and carol service for all the family based on the traditional Swedish Lucia celebrationIn Sweden, Lucia is one of the most significant traditions in the calendar - a powerful symbol and celebration of light and an integral part of the Advent seasonThe celebration of Sankta Lucia is based on the bravery and martyrdom of a young Sicilian girl - St Lucy - who died in the early fourth centuryHer name and story reached Sweden along with Christianity, and she remained popular even after the Reformation as the bringer of light during the long darkness of winter
This year's service will feature the London Nordic Choir, who will form the procession which enters the cathedral's Nave singing the traditional Lucia songThe singers are dressed in white gowns and carry candles, with Lucia herself as the focal point, wearing a crown of candles and a red ribbon around her waist, symbolising her martyrdom
The service is run in partnership with the Chapter of York Minster and the York Anglo-Scandinavian Society
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Artist: London Nordic Choir
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VenueYork Minster
AddressDeangate, Minster Yd, Yorkshire,
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