Cathedral Choir
The Cathedral Choir, the resident liturgical choir at the Cathedral, draws its members from the most distinguished musicians in the DC region.
About the Cathedral Choir
The Cathedral Choir, the resident liturgical choir at the Cathedral, draws its members from the most distinguished musicians in the DC-area region. Employing nine regular singers, the ensemble performs alongside the student choristers for weekly worship services, events of national or ecumenical significance, and an annual concert series that champions a breadth of historical and contemporary repertoire.
Recent high-profile engagements include state funerals for President George H.W. Bush, Senator Bob Dole, former Secretaries of State Colin Powell and Madeleine Albright, and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s memorial service. Upcoming highlights of the season include performances of Handel’s Messiah, Duruflé Requiem, and Monteverdi Vespers alongside renowned period orchestras.
Over the course of a year, the Cathedral Choir’s regular singers participate in more than 250 services, including Sunday Eucharists, weekday Evensongs and holidays within the liturgical season. In addition, the Choir engages singers for external events, weddings, celebrations of life, prayer services, concerts and special projects that engage a choir.
Substitute Roster Opportunities
Cathedral Choir Substitute Roster: Sopranos, Altos, Tenors, and Basses
Substitutes opportunities include:
- Sunday Eucharist: The call runs from 10 am–12:30 pm, with the service beginning at 11:15 am.
- Sunday Evensong: The call runs from 2:45 pm–5 pm, with the service beginning at 4 pm.
- Weekday Evensong: Monday through Thursday throughout the academic year. The call runs from 4:20 pm–6 pm, with Evensong service beginning at 5 pm.
how to apply
To apply, please email the Cathedral Music Office with a performance resume and two vocal samples. If called for an audition, singers will be required to perform two contrasting songs, one of which must be from the Baroque period. Sight-reading is a critical skill and will be assessed as part of the audition. Please indicate in the body of your email whether you are applying for the Cathedral Choir, Contemporary Ensemble, or both.
Contemporary Ensemble Substitute Roster: Vocalist
Substitutes opportunities include:
- Sunday Eucharist: The call runs from 10 am–12:30 pm, with the service beginning at 11:15 am.
how to apply
To apply, please email the Cathedral Music Office with a performance resume and two vocal samples. If called for an audition, singers will be required to perform two contrasting songs. Please indicate in the body of your email whether you are applying for the Cathedral Choir, Contemporary Ensemble, or both.