"The musical tradition of the universal Church is a treasure of inestimable
value, greater even than that of any other art. The main reason for this
preeminence is that, as sacred song is closely bound to the text, it forms a
necessary or integral part of the solemn liturgy." (Constitution on the
Sacred Liturgy, VI. 112)
In their statement Sing to the Lord: Music in Catholic Worship, the
American Bishops said:
"God has bestowed upon his people the gift of song. God dwells within
each human person, in the place where music takes its source. Indeed,
God, the giver of song, is present whenever his people sing his praises.
As St. Augustine says, “Singing is for the one who loves.”
Music is therefore a sign of God’s love for us and of our love for him. In
this sense, it is very personal. But unless music sounds, it is not music,
and whenever it sounds, it is accessible to others. By its very nature song
has both an individual and a communal dimension. Thus, it is no wonder
that singing together in church expresses so well the sacramental
presence of God to his people."
At Holy Family Church, the Music Ministry is an integral part of our
liturgical worship. Whether it’s through involvement in one of our choirs,
leading singing as a cantor, or participating as a member of the
congregation, everyone is encouraged to be active in our music ministry.
value, greater even than that of any other art. The main reason for this
preeminence is that, as sacred song is closely bound to the text, it forms a
necessary or integral part of the solemn liturgy." (Constitution on the
Sacred Liturgy, VI. 112)
In their statement Sing to the Lord: Music in Catholic Worship, the
American Bishops said:
"God has bestowed upon his people the gift of song. God dwells within
each human person, in the place where music takes its source. Indeed,
God, the giver of song, is present whenever his people sing his praises.
As St. Augustine says, “Singing is for the one who loves.”
Music is therefore a sign of God’s love for us and of our love for him. In
this sense, it is very personal. But unless music sounds, it is not music,
and whenever it sounds, it is accessible to others. By its very nature song
has both an individual and a communal dimension. Thus, it is no wonder
that singing together in church expresses so well the sacramental
presence of God to his people."
At Holy Family Church, the Music Ministry is an integral part of our
liturgical worship. Whether it’s through involvement in one of our choirs,
leading singing as a cantor, or participating as a member of the
congregation, everyone is encouraged to be active in our music ministry.
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Children's Choir
Click here for the Children's Choir calendar
Our parish also has a Children’s Choir which is open to all children in the
parish who are registered either in Holy Family School or Faith Formation
programs, grades 3 through 8. The Children’s Choir sings once a month
during the school year, usually at the 5:00 Saturday afternoon or 11:00
Sunday morning Mass; for the parish Festival of Lessons & Carols; for the
Christmas Eve Vigil Mass; First Communion, and other events in the life of the
parish.
The children have the option of attending an afternoon rehearsal on Mondays
(3:00 – 3:45,) or an evening rehearsal on Thursdays (7:00 – 7:45.) They only
need to attend one rehearsal or the other, not both. The week before they sing
at Mass, both sections of the Choir are combined at the 7pm rehearsal on
Thursday evening so that they can practice with each other and the
accompanist. The choir is directed by Robert Todd.
Click here to download the registration form to your computer as a WORD
document. You can then open the file, enter the information, and email the
completed file to the Music Office at music@holyfamilystpete.com
If you do not have WORD on your computer, you can download the form in .
pdf format here. Complete the form by hand and return the hard copy to the
Music Office.
Cantors
Holy Family is fortunate to have dedicated singers who are willing to spend
time in individual preparation as leaders of singing for our public worship.
Because of the leadership involved in this ministry, an audition and the ability
to read music are required. Cantors are provided with music and materials in
advance and are afforded the opportunity to rehearse with the Music Director.
If you would be interested in assisting the parish by serving as a Cantor,
(especially for the 7:30 A.M. Mass on Sundays!), please contact Robert Todd.
(l-r) Susa Hanks, Steve Novak, Susan Carr, Bill Cote, Michelle Klima, Lauren
Wittine, Pat Hilley, and Angela Kelly, along with Fr. John Tapp, Pastor of Holy
Family Church.
Click here for the Children's Choir calendar
Our parish also has a Children’s Choir which is open to all children in the
parish who are registered either in Holy Family School or Faith Formation
programs, grades 3 through 8. The Children’s Choir sings once a month
during the school year, usually at the 5:00 Saturday afternoon or 11:00
Sunday morning Mass; for the parish Festival of Lessons & Carols; for the
Christmas Eve Vigil Mass; First Communion, and other events in the life of the
parish.
The children have the option of attending an afternoon rehearsal on Mondays
(3:00 – 3:45,) or an evening rehearsal on Thursdays (7:00 – 7:45.) They only
need to attend one rehearsal or the other, not both. The week before they sing
at Mass, both sections of the Choir are combined at the 7pm rehearsal on
Thursday evening so that they can practice with each other and the
accompanist. The choir is directed by Robert Todd.
Click here to download the registration form to your computer as a WORD
document. You can then open the file, enter the information, and email the
completed file to the Music Office at music@holyfamilystpete.com
If you do not have WORD on your computer, you can download the form in .
pdf format here. Complete the form by hand and return the hard copy to the
Music Office.
Cantors
Holy Family is fortunate to have dedicated singers who are willing to spend
time in individual preparation as leaders of singing for our public worship.
Because of the leadership involved in this ministry, an audition and the ability
to read music are required. Cantors are provided with music and materials in
advance and are afforded the opportunity to rehearse with the Music Director.
If you would be interested in assisting the parish by serving as a Cantor,
(especially for the 7:30 A.M. Mass on Sundays!), please contact Robert Todd.
(l-r) Susa Hanks, Steve Novak, Susan Carr, Bill Cote, Michelle Klima, Lauren
Wittine, Pat Hilley, and Angela Kelly, along with Fr. John Tapp, Pastor of Holy
Family Church.
| Read Bill Cote's (2005) Confessions of a First-Year Choir Member! |
Our Adult Choir sings at the 11 A.M. Mass from mid-September through the Feast of
Pentecost. They also sing for Christmas, Holy Week, and other major festival
occasions in the life of the parish. The Choir maintains an extensive repertoire of
modern and traditional choral music to complement our liturgies. Rehearsals are on
Wednesday evenings at from 7:30 to 9:00 P.M. The ability to read music, though
helpful, is not required. For more information, please contact Robert Todd.
Pentecost. They also sing for Christmas, Holy Week, and other major festival
occasions in the life of the parish. The Choir maintains an extensive repertoire of
modern and traditional choral music to complement our liturgies. Rehearsals are on
Wednesday evenings at from 7:30 to 9:00 P.M. The ability to read music, though
helpful, is not required. For more information, please contact Robert Todd.
Folk Group
Our Folk Group sings year-round at the 9:00 A.M. Mass and is directed by Ms.
Pam Ferguson. Their Web site can be seen at Ms. Ferguson's TeacherWeb
Home Page
Our Folk Group sings year-round at the 9:00 A.M. Mass and is directed by Ms.
Pam Ferguson. Their Web site can be seen at Ms. Ferguson's TeacherWeb
Home Page
Adult Choir
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| CALENDARS Adult Choir Children's Choir Cantors |
Photos courtesy of Joshua Mahaz.
As part of our renovation in
2010, Holy Family installed a new
Rodgers Organ as part of its
vibrant music ministry. This
custom-built 4-manual
instrument, the company's Opus
2448, has a specification
designed by Organist Robert
Todd and has been voiced by
Dan Miller, Product Manager
from Rodgers Organ Company,
Hillsboro, OR. The instrument
was installed and is maintained
by Central Music of Clearwater.
The specifications can be found
here. The organ was given in
honor of Anthony & Mary
Napolitano.
2010, Holy Family installed a new
Rodgers Organ as part of its
vibrant music ministry. This
custom-built 4-manual
instrument, the company's Opus
2448, has a specification
designed by Organist Robert
Todd and has been voiced by
Dan Miller, Product Manager
from Rodgers Organ Company,
Hillsboro, OR. The instrument
was installed and is maintained
by Central Music of Clearwater.
The specifications can be found
here. The organ was given in
honor of Anthony & Mary
Napolitano.