Sacred Music
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Sacred Music at the Cathedral of Saint Paul calls people of all ages to be “servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.” (1 Cor 4:1) The Cathedral Choirs exist and flourish through the mandate of the Roman Catholic liturgical documents to lead and illuminate prayer through profound excellence in musical expression, through the understanding and proclamation of sacred texts, and through a loving desire to respect and enhance the rich liturgical heritage of our faith. The range of musical expression heard throughout the year at the Cathedral at both her liturgies and concerts is varied and engaging: chant, children, polyphony, choirs, organ, brass, bells, orchestras, and more, singing and playing in varied styles that serve the liturgy and the community, and that uplift and ennoble the spirit.
We invite you and your family to consider ways in which to become involved in this enriching ministry of service.
- Lawrence W. Lawyer, Director of Sacred Music
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Principle Organists
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Director of Sacred Music
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Choir Director and Organist
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Cathedral Choir
The Cathedral Choir is the principal liturgical choir both for parish and many Archdiocesan celebrations at the Cathedral. An ensemble of 35 volunteer musicians, the Choir sings for liturgies as well as concerts. Between September and May, they sing most Sundays at the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass, Singing music ranging from Gregorian chant and Renaissance polyphony to that of contemporary composers, the Cathedral Choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Saint Cecilia Children's Choir
Open to young singers in grades 3-8, the Saint Cecilia Children’s Choir is an ensemble dedicated to the formation in music ministry of its members. The curriculum includes work in vocal technique, music theory, ear training, and preparing the finest choral works, often in collaboration with the Cathedral Choir. The Saint Cecilia Choir ministers at Solemn Masses and Archdiocesan Liturgies during the months of September through May, rehearsing from 4:00-5:00 p.m. on Wednesday afternoons. Auditions are held throughout the year, and are available to prospective singers by contacting Dr. Christopher Ganza at [email protected].
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