The Sacred Music Area, situated in a unique position at the intersection of language, history, theology, and music, provides singular preparation for choral conductors and organists in service to the Church, the nation, and the world. In our program, a thorough immersion in liturgical, theoretical, and historical studies converges with superlative standards of musical performance. We provide an unparalleled platform for training highly motivated students so that they will thrive as future professionals.
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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 Center promotes the teaching of Gregorian chant in the techniques of Dom André Mocquereau, and the Ward Method of Music Instruction for Catholic Schools.
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