News of vaccinations at Salisbury Cathedral has been picked up across the pond.
Stunning photos of the jab rollout in the iconic venue were shared far and wide when vaccinations started, attracting the attention of national news agencies, broadcasters and newspapers. But it appears the beautiful setting and its renewed spirit of hope have also caught the eye of international news outlets. The New York Times, one of the most famous newspapers in the world, used a picture of the site, accompanied by the headline Music With Medicine on its front page.
The New York Times front page (Tuesday, January 26 2021)
Organists offer soundtrack to jabs at medieval UK cathedral michigansthumb.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from michigansthumb.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Patients receiving the vaccine and those waiting for the 15-minute observation period at the end are once again being treated to organ music from the Father Willis organ. Today sees more #COVID19#vaccinations given inside our historic building and our organists will be keeping spirits high by playing music. Thank you to everyone who is working to keep our city and country safe. https://t.co/eklV4enbAI Parking at The Close for those attending their vaccine appointment remains free. Another hugely satisfying day underway @SalisburyCath as amazing people continue to make us safe. And with organ accompaniment too pic.twitter.com/t6DxUdwtAt John Challenger (@johnorganist) January 20, 2021
Salisbury Cathedral will open its doors to people aged over 80 receiving the Covid-19 vaccine on Saturday.
The historic site, which was built 800 years ago, will become a venue for the Sarum South Primary Care Network Covid-19 local vaccination service.
Local GPs have invited patients in the over-80s priority group to attend the cathedral for their first Covid-19 jab.
A programme of music on the cathedral’s famous Father Willis organ will be provided throughout the day by David Halls, director of music, and John Challenger, assistant director of music.
Dr Dan Henderson, co-clinical director for the Sarum South Primary Care Network, said: “It’s great to be further expanding the Covid-19 vaccination programme in Wiltshire.