ST JAMES’ MUSIC MINISTRY

Bless, O Lord, us Thy servants,
who minister in Thy temple.
Grant that what we sing with our lips,
we may believe in our hearts,
and what we believe in our hearts,
we may show forth in our lives.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also. (1 Corinthians 13:15)

THE CHOIRS

ST. JAMES’ BOY AND GIRL CHOIR

The St. James’ Boy & Girl Choir provides a very real and necessary training program in musicianship, spirituality, and community. Formed in September 2008, the program offers children a thorough course in singing, music theory, leadership, group skills in a safe environment that is both rigorous and fun.

The B&G sing church services at St. James’ twice monthly, practice on the 2nd through 5th Sunday evenings which include dinner, participate in small group training sessions as scheduled, and two major choral services during the school year. During the summer, choristers are asked to commit to a weeklong away camp, and a residency.

The B&G is open to all children who possess the desire to be apart of a choir as demonstrated through attendance and willingness. Following an informal interview with the Director of Music, the potential chorister is asked to participate in a trial period as a probationary chorister. To set-up an appointment, please contact the Director of Music via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

PARISH CHOIR

The Parish Choir’s primary purpose is to beautify God and edify the people through the singing of anthems, songs, and psalms at the weekly Eucharist. This volunteer choir is open to all who possess basic music/choral abilities and who can commit to the rehearsal schedule.

SCHOLA CANTORUM

The Schola Cantorum, a professional male vocal ensemble, provides music at special services and feasts throughout the year, including: Advent Lessons and Carols, the Feast of the Purification as well as other principal feast and special liturgical rites throughout the year. The Schola specializes in the singing of Gregorian Chant and polyphony of the late middle-ages through renaissance.