Richard Dawkins

I suppose I'm a cultural Anglican, and I see evensong in a country church through much the same eyes as I see a village cricket match on the village green. I have a certain love for it.

English Scientist

Evensong is a unique service with singing, mainly practiced in Anglican churches, like the Church of England.

Anglican Tradition

Evensong is specifically an evening service, marking the end of the day with prayer and song.

Evening Worship

Evensong often emphasizes choral music; choirs play a central role in the service.

Choral Emphasis

In literary contexts, 'evensong' can evoke feelings of tranquility and the beauty of nature at dusk.

Poetic Imagery

Evensong metaphorically signifies the day's end, both in nature's cycle and in human activity.

End of Day

The second definition often refers to birds' evening chirping, which resembles a natural chorus.