Leo Nestor, RIP

matthewj

Most people involved in church music in the United States will be aware of Leo Nestor and his work at the National Shrine among many other places, as well as his compositions, etc. He was one of the founding members of the Conference of Roman Catholic Cathedral Musicians.

Kindly keep him in your prayers.

Incardination

Added to the In Memoriam List for this All Souls Day. (https://forum.musicasacra.com/forum/discussion/16459/in-memoriam-list-for-all-souls-liturgical-musicians#Item_56)

Requescat in Pace.

CHGiffen

Requiescat in Pace.

matthewj

If any MSF members have memories of Leo Nestor, we would especially like to hear from you.

kevinf

I was surprised to learn this. Dr. Nestor was a gracious host to me several times when I visited the Shrine. I was able to play the instruments and enjoy good conversation with him. It is a deep loss for the American Catholic Church. Requiescat in pace.....

chonak

Thanks for posting about this. Would someone like to write an appreciation of Dr Nestor as a guest post for Chant Cafe? @matthewj ?

matthewj

I think that would be better left for someone who has known him or used one of his compositions or can speak personally about this.

Richard R.

Praying for the repose of his soul. He was a seminal influence on my musicianship... and (as anyone who sang for him could attest) my vocabulary. A complex, consummate church musician who got the most out of his musicians (or else!).

bangerman · Nestor Funeral, 28 Oct 2019.pdf

The program for Dr. Nestor's funeral mass this morning.

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