The Benjamin T. Rome Performing Arts provides a singular preparation for choral conductors and organists in service to the Church, the nation, and the world. Our enthusiasm for the study of choral and organ music springs from its unique position at the intersection of language, history, theology, and music. A thorough immersion in liturgical, theoretical, and historical studies converge with superlative standards of musical performance to provide an unparalleled platform for training highly motivated student musicians to thrive in significant positions.
We invite you to explore our program offerings in the linked pages below. Inquiries for the Sacred Music program should be addressed to Dr. Peter Kadeli, kadeli@cua.edu.
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Programs of Study
The Area of Sacred Music offers Graduate Music degrees in Sacred Music, Choral Conducting, and Organ Performance.
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The Repertory Chorus
The Catholic Repertory Chorus is a fully professional choir which serves as the resident training ensemble for graduate students in choral conducting.
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Chamber Choir
The CUA Chamber Choir is a small ensemble of very competitively auditioned choristers. Repertoire is drawn from across all centuries, but there is a particular focus on early and contemporary music.
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University Chorus
The University Chorus is CUA's largest ensemble. With 80-100 voices, this choir performs works from across the repertory, and is featured prominently in the Annual Christmas Concert for Charity. Recent performances feature works by Kodály, Fauré, Dove, and Brahms.
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International Center for Ward Method Studies
The International Center for Ward Method Studies exists to promote the teaching and preservation of Gregorian Chant according to the principles and techniques of Dom André Mocquereau and to advance the teaching of the Ward Method of Music Instruction for Catholic Schools in the United States and internationally.
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