SACRED Music
"In song, faith is experienced as vibrant joy, love, and confident expectation
of the saving intervention of God." - St. John Paul II, Letter to Artists, 1999
The celebration of Mass was proclaimed by the council of Vatican II as, "...the source and summit of our Christian life." It is with great joy that we adorn this celebration with music, an art form which reflects the beauty of truth, God himself. Music not only adorns the Liturgy, but serves as an integral part of the Mass itself, and is therefore handled with special care and preparation. While all lay people are called to participate in singing at Mass, those with musical abilities have a unique call to serve as cantors, choristers, and instrumentalists. If you would like to lend your musical talents to the parish, please look through the opportunities below, and contact Madelaine Beckford, Director of Music and Liturgy at madelaine@clare.church.
Saint Clare Chorale
The Saint Clare Chorale is open to parishioners age 18 and up, and although previous experience with music is helpful, it is not required. Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights from 7-8pm and the group sings for the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass during the school year. Chorale members can take advantage of free summer voice lessons, so come join us and grow your skills! First rehearsal for the 2022-2023 Church year is on September 14th.
Resurrection Choir
In medieval times, musicians didn't look to Saint Cecilia, but rather to the biblical figure Job as their patron, because they believed so strongly in the power of music to soothe troubled souls. The Resurrection Choir upholds this ideal, meeting non-regularly to sing for funerals of the parish. There is no regular rehearsal, and singers must have availability to come in during the work day, with short notice. Come bring hope to those who mourn.
Family Festival Choir
Sing with your whole family! Meeting for just a couple rehearsals before Christmas and Easter, the Festival Choir is a wonderful opportunity to try something new, together as a family. Open to all ages and musical
abilities, we'll sing for one Mass each at Christmas and Easter - look for more details as the holidays approach.
The Saint Clare Chorale is open to parishioners age 18 and up, and although previous experience with music is helpful, it is not required. Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights from 7-8pm and the group sings for the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass during the school year. Chorale members can take advantage of free summer voice lessons, so come join us and grow your skills! First rehearsal for the 2022-2023 Church year is on September 14th.
Resurrection Choir
In medieval times, musicians didn't look to Saint Cecilia, but rather to the biblical figure Job as their patron, because they believed so strongly in the power of music to soothe troubled souls. The Resurrection Choir upholds this ideal, meeting non-regularly to sing for funerals of the parish. There is no regular rehearsal, and singers must have availability to come in during the work day, with short notice. Come bring hope to those who mourn.
Family Festival Choir
Sing with your whole family! Meeting for just a couple rehearsals before Christmas and Easter, the Festival Choir is a wonderful opportunity to try something new, together as a family. Open to all ages and musical
abilities, we'll sing for one Mass each at Christmas and Easter - look for more details as the holidays approach.
Jubilate & Youth Cantors
Latin for "rejoice", Jubilate is a youth choir for 2nd grade and older. No musical experience is required and we sing for the 11am Mass once to twice a month. First rehearsal for the 2022-2023 year is on September 18th. Youth Cantors may be trained and highlighted from within Jubilate to lead music at Mass.
Pizza & Praise
Every 1st Tuesday of the month, beginning at 6:30 p.m., join us for Pizza and Praise: A Eucharistic Holy Hour featuring contemporary style praise and worship music. Open to all ages, we'll gather to adore Christ in both song and silence. Any teens who sing or play guitar, bass, drums, and other instruments are encouraged to reach out to participate musically. Our first Pizza & Praise for the 2022-2023 year will be on October 4th!
Cantors & Instrumentalists
Lead the congregation as a soloist at Mass. Singers who would like to cantor must audition first with the music director. Participation is open to parishioners age 14 and up (must be confirmed), and the ability to read and learn music independently is required. If you play the organ, or a solo instrument such as the violin, flute or trumpet, please consider playing for liturgy. If you are a pianist (any age!) interested in learning how to play the organ, please contact the music director for educational opportunities!
Latin for "rejoice", Jubilate is a youth choir for 2nd grade and older. No musical experience is required and we sing for the 11am Mass once to twice a month. First rehearsal for the 2022-2023 year is on September 18th. Youth Cantors may be trained and highlighted from within Jubilate to lead music at Mass.
Pizza & Praise
Every 1st Tuesday of the month, beginning at 6:30 p.m., join us for Pizza and Praise: A Eucharistic Holy Hour featuring contemporary style praise and worship music. Open to all ages, we'll gather to adore Christ in both song and silence. Any teens who sing or play guitar, bass, drums, and other instruments are encouraged to reach out to participate musically. Our first Pizza & Praise for the 2022-2023 year will be on October 4th!
Cantors & Instrumentalists
Lead the congregation as a soloist at Mass. Singers who would like to cantor must audition first with the music director. Participation is open to parishioners age 14 and up (must be confirmed), and the ability to read and learn music independently is required. If you play the organ, or a solo instrument such as the violin, flute or trumpet, please consider playing for liturgy. If you are a pianist (any age!) interested in learning how to play the organ, please contact the music director for educational opportunities!
Current Saint Clare musicians - Access the rehearsal portal below!
