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Jerónimos Choir: Space and Sound

A guide to Jerónimos’ choir—how space and sound serve liturgy.

1/8/2026
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Ceiling and arrangement of the choir

The choir is time set to sound—architecture conducting liturgy.


🧭 Orientation

  • View axes to altar and nave.
  • Seating for chant and prayer.
  • Elevated vantage aligns eyes, ears, and ritual focus.

Choir ceiling—resting place for sound


What to Listen For

  • Sustained vowels “bloom” in this volume.
  • Consonants soften; rhythm carried by phrase, not beat.
  • Quiet is an active part of the score.

Architecture conducts liturgy—sound finds its shape.

[^chant]: Chant scaffolds time, marking the hours.

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Choir
Liturgical
Seating
Acoustics
Orientation

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