A minor canon is a member of staff on the establishment of a cathedral or a collegiate church.
In at least one foundation the post may be known as "priest-vicar".
[1] Minor canons are clergy and take part in the daily services but are not part of the formal chapter.
[2] They are sometimes, but not exclusively, more junior clergy, often chosen for their singing ability, who have already served a curacy, normally in a church.
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