Early Life
Where was she buried?
Basilica of St. Cecilia in Rome, Italy
What did St. Cecilia give to the poor?
Her possessions
How many siblings does St. Cecilia have?
Zero
What do people do to celebrate St. Cecilia’s feast day?
Musicians held party’s to celebrate her
Did she want to get married?
No, her parents forced her to
What is one thing St. Cecilia did to show her dedication to Christ at a young age?
She often fasted
When did St.Cecilia die?
November 22 230 AD
How many kids did she have?
None
What composers did St. Cecilia inspire?
Purcell and Britten
What was St. Cecilia’s full name?
St. Cecilia of Rome
What year was she born?
180 AD
How old was she when she died?
She was only 50 years old
What was her husband’s name?
Valerian
What instrument is usally pictured with St. Cecilia?
The organ
What was important about her death?
She sang a song to God when she was dying
What age did she get married?
13
What was named after her in 1584?
The academy of music
What family members became Catholic because of St. Cecilia’s influence?
Her husband and his brother
What is she a patron of?
She is a patron of musicians
What is she known for in music?
She taught lots of people music lessons
Where did St. Cecilia grow up?
Rome, Italy
How did she die?
She was beheaded
What was St. Cecilia’s money situation like during childhood?
Her family was very wealthy
What did she hear in her heart at her wedding?
Heavenly music
What instrument did she play?
The organ and she sang