The Cathedral is proud of its four choirs. They sing on Sundays from the beginning of September to mid-June, as well as on special occasions. In addition to leading the congregation in song, they perform 2 motets at each mass. The repertoire is classical, with organ accompaniment. There are weekly rehearsals.
We are happy to welcome new singers. Please contact the conductor of the choir you are interested in.
English Choir
The English Choir sings on Sundays at the noon mass. It also joins with the French Choir to sing on occasions such as Christmas Midnight Mass, the Chrism Mass, the Good Friday liturgy, the Easter Vigil and the Diocesan Feast in June. An audition is required in order to join the choir.
Conductor: Michel Guimont
Rehearsals: Mondays from 7 to 9:30 PM. Occasional extra rehearsals.
French Choir
The French Choir sings on Sundays at the 10:30 AM mass. It also joins with the English Choir to sing on occasions such as Christmas Midnight Mass, the Chrism Mass, the Good Friday liturgy, the Easter Vigil and the Diocesan Feast in June. An audition is required in order to join the choir.
Conductor: Michel Guimont
Rehearsals: Tuesdays from 7 to 9:30 PM. Occasional extra rehearsals.
Women's Choir
The Women's Choir sings every second Sunday at the 9:00 AM mass, alternating with the Children's Choir. It also sings at the Holy Thursday Mass.
Conductor: Joan Fearnley
Rehearsals: Thursdays from 7 to 9 PM.
Children's Choir
The Children's Choir sings every second Sunday at the 9:00 AM mass, alternating with the Women's Choir. It also sings at the Homelands Mass. The choir accepts young people of primary school and high school age.
Conductor: Joan Fearnley
Rehearsals: Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 PM.
Cantors lead the congregation's singing. They are chosen from the choir members.
There is a cantor at every weekend mass all year long, as well as at any celebrations where one of the choirs is singing.