We publish an article about the story of the Modena Cathedral that we have already mentioned. Later we will publish the Modena Bishop's reply.
"The 'removal' of the director of the musical chapel of the cathedral Daniele Bononcini is a deplorable act". The Governing Council of Aisc-Gre, the International Association of Gregorian Chant Studies, based in Rome, does not mince words in commenting on the news that the master organist Bononcini was fired after 26 years. The choice of the diocese caused a lot of noise: the choristers, all volunteers, in fact, chose to 'fold their arms' to express their solidarity with Bononcini and said they were dismayed by the incident. The most tangible consequence was the absence of choir music during the celebrations.
When the case broke out, the diocese replied that it was forced to dismiss the Maestro, because the finances of the cathedral are burdened by a budget gap that exceeds 300 thousand euros. "He was fired for economic reasons - confirmed Bishop Erio Castellucci - There is a serious liability and we need to take action".
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