Glorious Music in a Glorious Place!
Friends of Cathedral Music is committed to fostering and promoting the vibrant tradition of sacred music in the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist and the Savannah community. Our mission is to foster a love of music and to enrich the liturgical and cultural life of the parish and community through events featuring the finest local artists and distinguished ensembles and performers from around the world.
Friends of Cathedral Music actively seeks the support and participation of those who share our passion for sacred music to sustain this magnificent tradition, make it accessible to all, and ensure that it continues to thrive as a source of inspiration, education, and joy for generations to come.
Job Opportunities
The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist seeks professional, highly skilled Soprano 1 Section & Bass 1 Leaders to join our music program. Music is a cornerstone of the Cathedral’s liturgical life; the Section Leader provides vocal leadership for the semi-professional Cathedral Choir and performs as a member of the fully professional Choral Scholars under the direction of Dr. Paul Thornock.
◾️Key Responsibilities
Vocal Leadership: Serve as the primary Soprano 1/Bass 1 section leader, ensuring pitch accuracy, tonal blend, and stylistic integrity within the ensemble.
Services: Provide music for the 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM Sunday Masses throughout the season with additional calls, including Solemnities, Holy Week, Christmas, and other special diocesan events required.
Rehearsals: Attend weekly rehearsals held every Wednesday evening.
Concert Series: Participate in the Friends of Cathedral Music concert series.
◾️Qualifications
Excellent Musicianship: A professional-level vocal technique suitable for a cathedral setting, ranging from early music to contemporary compositions.
Sight-Reading: Exceptional sight-reading skills are mandatory given the breadth of the repertoire.
Independence: The ability to prepare and sing difficult passages independently within a small professional schola or large choir.
Commitment: Availability for the duration of the entire season.
◾️Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Pay: This position offers the highest compensation in Savannah for choral section leader roles.
Professional Growth: Opportunity to work with a high-caliber staff of musicians and perform in one of the most acoustically and aesthetically stunning venues in the Southeast.
Additional Income: Concert performances through the Friends of Cathedral Music are separately compensated as well as calls for cantoring.
◾️How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and/or audio recordings of recent performances to:
Dr. Paul Thornock Director of Music music@savannahcathedral.org