Whether we are singing or listening, music has the power to bring us into an experience beyond the words—to a personal encounter with Christ himself, the Word made flesh.s a way for God to lead us to the realm of higher things”
(United States Conference of Catholic Bishops [USCCB], Sing to the Lord: Music in Divine Worship, Pastoral Liturgy Series 4 [Washington, DC: USCCB, 2007], no. 2).
Join Us for “Camp Cantor” This Summer!
- Friendly mentorship from adult cantors
- Rehearsals focused on familiar summer Mass parts
- Fun and faith-filled music-making opportunities
- Throughout the summer months at select weekend Masses
- An optional 60 minute Cantor Basics Training will be offered on Wednesday July 2 at 9:30 AM
To deepen musical skills, grow in faith and enrich our parish worship.
Cantors
- A pleasant, clear voice, the ability to stand in front of the assembly, and good presence are necessary.
- Rehearsals, workshops and recordings are provided for practice.
If you would like to join our cantors at SKS please reach out to:
Dr. Ted Latham
Director of Liturgical Music
musicdirector@sksparish.org
Choirs
Adult Choir
The SKS adult choir is a warm and welcoming community. If you love music and the liturgy, we invite you to use your God-given gifts and join us in songs of joyful praise. The ability to read music is helpful but not required.
- Sing at Mass 2-3 times monthly Sept-May (8:15 rehearsal and 9:30 Mass)
- Rehearsal 2 Tuesdays per month 7pm-8:30 pm
- Sing at Saint Martin DePorres in October, Confirmation, Christmas Concert, Easter Triduum Services
- Recordings are provided for practice
If you are interested in joining the Adult Choir please reach out to:
Laura Kerr
Organist and Adult Choir Director
choirdirector@sksparish.org
Young Adult Choir
Sing once a month at the Saturday 5PM vigil mass
If you are interested in joining the Young Adult Choir please reach out to:
Steph Twohig
Children, Teen and Young Adult Choir Director
youthministry@sksparish.org
Teen Choir
Sing once a month at the Saturday 5PM vigil mass
If you are interested in joining the Teen Choir please reach out to:
Steph Twohig
Children, Teen and Young Adult Choir Director
youthministry@sksparish.org
Children’s Choir
- Grades 1-6
- Sings two times per month at the Sunday, 9:30AM Mass
- Rehearsals for SKS School are during lunch and for PREP students from 10:45-11:15AM on Sunday mornings
If you are interested in joining the Children’s Choir please reach out to:
Steph Twohig
Children, Teen and Young Adult Choir Director
youthministry@sksparish.org
Listening Corner
Current Music
Recordings of the Organ
Mendelssohn, Sonata No. 6 in D minor, I
on SKS Ruffati Organ
J. S. Bach, Trio Sonata No. 6, BWV 530 on SKS Ruffati Organ
Cecelia Scholars
Click here to donate to our Cecilia Scholar program at SKS
Here are our Cecilia Scholars for 2023-24! Click the photos below to read the musician’s bios and find out more information about them.
Instruments at SKS
Fratelli Ruffati Organ
Bösendorfer Grand Piano
