The renovation of Kingston's Holy Trinity Cathedral has been a huge undertaking. While the interior murals are nearly completely restored (and look absolutely gorgeous), there is still a lot of work to be done. In no particular order, still remaining on the list of "things to fix" are the organ (work is underway), the floors, the landscaping (some work also underway), the stained glass windows (all designed and waiting for funds for the order to be placed), and the PA system.
It's hard to say which is the "most" important of these, but once you attend mass in the Cathedral, it's hard not to think that the priority right now should be the PA system. That is, while the PA system might not add to a visitor's experience of the Cathedral, for parishioners and those who attend mass, a customized PA system is a must.
Because of the unusually high and domed ceilings, the acoustics are very tricky, and there is a lot of echo. While there is a PA system in place, the sound bounces all around, and it is difficult to hear the choir, the homily, and the mass itself.
It's hard to say which is the "most" important of these, but once you attend mass in the Cathedral, it's hard not to think that the priority right now should be the PA system. That is, while the PA system might not add to a visitor's experience of the Cathedral, for parishioners and those who attend mass, a customized PA system is a must.
Because of the unusually high and domed ceilings, the acoustics are very tricky, and there is a lot of echo. While there is a PA system in place, the sound bounces all around, and it is difficult to hear the choir, the homily, and the mass itself.
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