The Cathedral Choir
The Choir of the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist is an ensemble of about 40 professional and volunteer singers from throughout the Savannah area. The choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 8:15 p.m. and provides music for the 10:00a.m. Solemn Mass each Sunday from September through June. The Choir also maintains a rigorous schedule of episcopal celebrations, diocesan liturgies, and concerts.
The Cathedral Choir’s repertoire is drawn from the great tradition of Catholic music. The choir sings Gregorian chant, Renaissance polyphony, plus the great works of 19th, 20th, and 21st-century composers.
Auditions are held by appointment, usually in the late summer. Please contact music@savannahcathedral.org.
The Cathedral Boys and Girls Choirs
We aim to bring the boys and girls of our city the joy of choral singing at the highest level, rooted in the rich repertoire of the church, and supported by professional musical training. Singing in one of Savannah’s most beautiful sacred spaces, choristers grow in musicianship while learning to read music fluently and sing with healthy, confident, technique.
Choral Scholars
The Choral Scholars is an ensemble of eight carefully selected professional singers. Their versatility and skill allow them to cover a wide range of musical genres, bringing depth and diversity to the cathedral’s musical offerings.
Members of The Choral Scholars serve as cantors, leading the congregation in prayer and as soloists for the Friends of Cathedral Music concert series.
The Choral Scholars often sing as a stand-alone ensemble, but their primary responsibility is to serve as section leaders for the larger Cathedral Choir. This collaboration between the Choral Scholars and the volunteer choir members enhances the overall quality of the cathedral’s musical program.