He took part in an opera singing audition on the radio and was heard by John Kiley , long - time organist at both Fenway and the Boston Garden .
Rancourt first began singing the anthem in Boston at Fenway Park .
Rancourt took part in an opera singing audition on the radio and was heard by John Kiley , long - time organist at both Fenway Park and the Boston Garden .
Rancourt first began singing the anthem in Boston at Fenway Park .