2021-2022 Concert Series Announced
Dear Friends:
Ours is a communal mission: bringing the finest in liturgical music to our parish, the Catholic community, and the greater community of Savannah. Last season was certainly not the season of community we had planned! It was, instead, a season of upheaval, adaption, and perseverance. We made the commitment to keep music going in the Cathedral Basilica. We upgraded the audio quality of the Livestream and kept a small number of singers at Mass. We rolled out online ticketing, reservations, and giving: the electronic logistics that enabled us to stage socially distanced concerts. Both the concerts and the liturgical life of the Cathedral have developed an enormous online presence. For 2021-2022, our concert series marks a renewal of our commitment to community. This brochure details the exciting things planned for this season. Finally, I wish to thank all of you. Your generous support enabled the Friends of Cathedral Music to offer our entire 2020-2021 season free of charge as a gift to the Savannah community. We promised amazing things for our 2021-2022 season, and we will deliver! I hope you will continue to be part of them.
Wishing you well,
Paul Thornock
Director of Music
FRIENDS EVENT
Sunday, September 26 | 5:00 p.m.
Those who generously support the work of the Friends of Cathedral Music are invited to an exclusive concert and reception in their honor. The Cathedral Choral Scholars, our resident professional ensemble, will present a program spanning from the Renaissance to works composed in the last decade. All donors for the 2021-2022 season are encouraged to bring up to two guests who might be interested in the mission of the Friends of Cathedral Music.
MOZART REQUIEM
Sunday, November 7 | 5:00 p.m.
The full Cathedral Choir returns to perform Mozart’s final and most famous work, the Requiem. The Choir and soloists are joined by members of the Savannah Philharmonic for this iconic masterpiece that is shrouded in legend and controversy. Complimentary tickets for Friends of Cathedral Music.
CHRISTMAS AT THE CATHEDRAL
Sunday, December 19 | 5:00 p.m.
The Cathedral Choir and members of the Savannah Philharmonic will perform the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah. The audience will also have the opportunity to sing the great carols of the season with the Choir, orchestra, and organ. Complimentary tickets for Friends of Cathedral Music.
THREE CHOIRS FESTIVAL
Sunday, January 16 | 5:00 p.m.
Experience the grandeur of more than 120 voices with the Cathedral Brass and organ. The choirs of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church and Christ Church Anglican join forces with the Cathedral Choir for an evening of spectacular music making. Complimentary tickets for Friends of Cathedral Music.
VIENNA BOYS CHOIR
Sunday, February 6 | 5:00 p.m.
The Friends of Cathedral Music are proud to present the Vienna Boys Choir, one of the most visible choral ensembles in the world. The choir traces its roots back to 1498 when it was established at the Imperial Chapel in Vienna. They have made hundreds of recordings with great orchestras around the world. Members of the Friends of Cathedral Music are eligible for advance sales.
VOCES8
Sunday, February 13 | 5:00 p.m.
“VOCES8 are the Rolls-Royce of British a cappella ensembles.” They are at home performing music in all styles and from all periods with technical precision. The choir is composed of young singers who have effectively used digital tools, social media, and outreach to rocket to the top of their profession. Members of the Friends of Cathedral Music are eligible for advance sales.