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November 22 · Memorial · Red

St Cecilia

(d. c. 230) Roman noblewoman martyred under Marcus Aurelius. Tradition says she sang to God in her heart through her wedding-day music. Patron of music and musicians.

When is the feast of St Cecilia?

The feast is celebrated on November 22 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.

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When is the feast of St Cecilia?

The feast of St Cecilia is celebrated on November 22 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Cecilia?

(d. c. 230) Roman noblewoman martyred under Marcus Aurelius. Tradition says she sang to God in her heart through her wedding-day music. Patron of music and…

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