Music
Our choirs and organists are continuing and developing a beautiful centuries-old tradition and nurturing new generations of musicians.
You can hear the Cathedral choirs singing each Sunday during term time at 10.30am Choral Eucharist and 3.30pm Choral Evensong.
Cathedral Choristers
The Cathedral Choristers are open to boys and girls from the age of 7 – 16 years old. The Choristers rehearse in the bespoke ML Wood Song School on Thursdays after school and sing one service each Sunday, usually Evensong. Children come from across the whole island. Through singing the choristers have the opportunity to gain RSCM ribbons and work through a graded system operated in conjunction with the Island’s Music Service. Children also have the opportunity to prepare for ABRSM / Trinity Grade examinations in Singing. The Choristers also have a lively social element outside of singing services.
Whether you have children in primary or secondary school, we are always keen to hear from people looking to explore the world of the Cathedral Chorister. Your child doesn’t need to have any previous singing experience, we only ask that they showcase an enthusiastic approach to singing and learning.
Religious beliefs are also not a requirement, although children will be taught about Christian traditions and naturally encouraged to think about their own faith and spirituality.
Choral Scholarships
Choral Scholarships are open to children aged 16 – 18 years who are studying for their A Levels, and are awarded by the St German’s Cathedral Foundation for Music and the Arts.
The Cathedral choirs regularly sing at other cathedrals. Recent excursions included Armagh, Blackburn, Carlisle, and Liverpool Cathedrals, as well as Ypres in Belgium.
Schola
Schola is a mixed choir of 12 auditioned and experienced singers. Members of Schola also double up as Lay Clerks when singing with the Cathedral Choristers.
Schola rehearse on alternate Friday evenings, and sing four services per month as well as on festival occasions.