Friends of Cathedral Music is excited to present a variety of wonderful musical performances for the 2025-2026 season! Please browse the concert listings below and check back soon for information on how you can join us this season as a member of Friends of Cathedral Music!
ANNUAL DONOR EVENT:
Pro Cathedrali
Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 5:00 p.m.
Join us as the Cathedral Choral Scholars launch the Friends of Cathedral Music concert season with a performance dedicated to our patrons. This special evening is a gesture of gratitude, where the program includes selections personally chosen by our talented singers, demonstrating the breadth of the choir’s repertoire. Revel in beloved classics and be among the first to experience pieces making their debut at the Cathedral this year. We invite you to join us for a prosecco and dessert reception following the performance, as a token of our appreciation for your invaluable support.
POLYPHONY
Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. | Visiting Artist
We are honored to welcome the renowned ensemble Polyphony to Savannah, hailed by Encore Magazine as “possibly the best small professional chorus in the world.” Celebrated for their exceptional sound and versatility, Polyphony captivates audiences with performances that span the spectrum from early music to contemporary masterpieces. Experience the pinnacle of British choral excellence under the direction of Stephen Layton.
BASILICA BAROQUE
Sunday, November 9, 2025 | 5:00 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the splendor of Baroque music as the Cathedral Choral Scholars collaborate with members of the Savannah Philharmonic. This evening promises to be a feast for the senses, featuring J.S. Bach’s glorious Magnificat. This jubilant setting of the words of the Blessed Virgin is conceived on a grand scale, requiring five soloists, a five-part choir and a diverse array of orchestral musicians.
CHRISTMAS AT THE CATHEDRAL
Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 5:00 p.m.
Join us for a beloved holiday tradition as the Cathedral Choir and Chamber Orchestra present their annual “Christmas at the Cathedral” concert. This enchanting evening beautifully intertwines scripture readings with choral music to narrate the story of the Christ child, from the early prophecies to the wondrous visit of the Magi. Embrace the spirit of the season as you sing cherished carols alongside the choir, orchestra, and organ. The evening culminates with a carol by candlelight, creating a memorable and heartwarming experience for all.
CHOIR FESTIVAL with
Richard Webster
Sunday, January 25, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Witness an extraordinary evening of sacred music as the Cathedral Choir unites with the Chancel Choir from Wesley Monumental UMC and the Cathedral Brass under the direction of Richard Webster. A revered composer and church musician, Webster has led some of the most respected church music programs in the country and currently serves at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music. His compositions, recognized for their craftsmanship and modern influences, are celebrated worldwide and promise to inspire and uplift.
GESUALDO SIX
Sunday, February 8, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. Visiting Artist
The season concludes with The Gesualdo Six, an award-winning British vocal ensemble consisting of some of the UK’s finest consort singers under the direction of Owain Park. Gramophone Magazine praises their performances as “ingeniously programmed and impeccably delivered,” embodying the excitement of a harmonious ensemble performing as one. Experience the synergy and innovation that define their illustrious reputation.