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Music Ministry

Sing to the Lord a new song of praise in the assembly of the faithful.” - Psalm 149


Strike up the instruments, a song to my God with timbrels, Chant to the Lord with cymbals, Sing to Him a new song, exalt and acclaim His name.” - Canticle of Judith 16

Mission Statement:

The primary role of Music Ministry is to support the community in prayer through music and to focus on getting the people to respond with one voice.

Vision Statement:
  • To lead in prayer through music
  • To represent, as well as, to inspire a community
  • To help the people live through a moment of confrontation, with the presence of God
  • To expose the people to Him in praise, in self-scrutiny and in hope.

    • What the ministry is about:

    Music Ministry helps people to respond to God’s word, to acclaim the gospel, to sing of our salvation in Christ and gather our many voices into one. Music Ministers consist of members of the choir, cantor, piano/organ instrumental accompanists.

    Suggested Attributes:
  • Must be people of faith, people of prayer, maintaining an attitude of openness and spirituality.
  • Must be able to work with a variety of liturgical song forms (acclamations, brief responses, litanies, responsorial songs, hymns and choir anthems).
  • Must have a desire to sing and be able to learn to read and memorize various types of music – liturgical, sacred, secular, etc., and enjoy singing.
  • Must have a good attitude and be able to work well with others and have good communication and cooperation with the choir and the Director of Music.
  • Must be able to attend weekly rehearsals, church services and other activities and observe punctuality.

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    If you would like more information or interested in participating in this ministry, complete the form below and click the submit button. You may also contact the following choir directors:

  • Rex at 648-1620
  • Josephine at 552-4523 (10:00 am Mass)
  • Amy at 480-2223 (12:00 noon Mass)

    • Comments

    1. Ruel says:
      April 15, 2011 at 11:45 am

      Hi! I’m a church pianist and choir director based in Belgium. I’m visiting my sister there in Vallejo for three weeks. I’m wondering if I could serve/assist in any way while I’m there.

      Thanks

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    2. Arnold D Sioco says:
      February 18, 2010 at 12:52 am

      Welcome Steve! It’s good to find you here at this link of St Catherine’s Music Ministry. I’m not sure if you remember me but I have jammed with you out on a gig at some point or another of your 42 yrs career in playing bass. We could definitely use your skills if you are still looking to share your time and talent with another choir or a charismatic group perhaps. Let me know so we can hook up.

      All the best,

      Arnold D Sioco
      email: arnoldsioco@gmail.com

      Instruments: Piano, Organ, Various Synthesizers and Alto Sax.
      Other Interest: Sound Reinforcement and Recording

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      • Cyril says:
        August 25, 2011 at 1:07 pm

        Hello everyone,

        would you at St.Catherine like to join Vallejo Choral Society? VCS performs a lot of sacred music that you’d love – the Winter 2011 program will include Gregorian chant, Palestrina, J.S.Bach, popular American carols and everything in between! We rehearse on Wednesdays from 7 to 9:30 at Springbrook Temple in Vallejo, 101 Temple Way. No audition required, we only aski that you can carry a tune. Music reading skills helpful but not required. Rehearsals start on August 31. Come and see!

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    3. Deacon Bobby P. says:
      February 9, 2010 at 3:02 pm

      Welcome to St. Catherine’s, Steve and Rosie! Thank God for your gifts and thank you for sharing them with us. Again, welcome to our family, to our faith community!

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    4. Steve Antes, Bass says:
      February 7, 2010 at 11:39 pm

      It was a pleasure and privilege to perform with Rex and the
      Music Ministry in tonight’s 5:30 Mass. God willing, I’m looking forward to working with St. Catherine’s.

      Rosie and I are grateful & humbled by the warm welcome from Rex and his talented and professional group of performers.

      Best regards.

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    5. Steve Antes says:
      February 1, 2010 at 9:13 pm

      I am a professional musician with 42 years experience in Fender bass. I have been involved with the Music Ministry at St. Joachim’s [Hayward], All Saints [Hayward],
      Tanglaw 2009 @ Cathedral of Christ the Light and Immaculate Heart Parish in Brentwood. I have experience in playing the Liturgy songs in UNO VOZ [Vol 1 and 2],
      & SPIRIT AND SONG [Vols 1 and 2]. My influences are compositions by Canedo, Hurd,
      Angrissano, Scutte, etc.

      I would welcome the opportunity to discuss the possibility of playing in the St Cathereine Music Ministry.

      Thank you,

      Steve Antes
      707-652-5138

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