Music

The members of the Music Ministry of St. Matthew Church encourage the assembly in song and enhance the prayer life of the community through the beauty and joy of music.
 
Cantor Ministry
The Cantor Ministry consists of a small group of talented singers who individually lead the sung worship for Mass when no choir is present. A cantor leads and sustains the singing of the assembly during the liturgy and can also act as a soloist during the singing of the psalm, and the intoning of parts of the Eucharistic acclamations and other parts of the Mass (like the litany during the Breaking of the Bread, or the Kyrie). 
   
A cantor at St. Matthew Church must be a talented vocalist, well prepared for their appointed Mass, have a good sense of flow in the liturgy, possess a clear speaking voice, and exhibit proper poise and presence in this leadership role.
 
Choir Ministry
The Choirs of St. Matthew Church endeavor to beautify, enhance, and promote greater worship of the assembled community by fostering “active participation of the laity” by singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. They are firmly committed to upholding the rich traditions of Church choral music throughout history, with a repertoire that runs the gamut from Gregorian Chant to modern compositions.
 
Music Styles
St. Matthew's liturgies are enriched by a variety of music styles, from traditional to contemporary. Music ministers are welcome to sing at any Mass. Anyone interested in joining can contact our director of Sacred Music, Leslie Estep, at 814-684-4899.