The Ministry of Sacred Music provides music for all weekend and Holy Day Masses at St. John the Baptist—more than 200 Masses per year! The members of this ministry sing as cantors, as members of the adult choir that sings at the 12:15 pm Sunday Mass, as members of the schola that sings at the 10:15 am Sunday Mass, and members of the Children's Choir. If you have a passion for singing and for Mass, you are welcome to join us!

St. John Choir

The St. John Choir provides excellent sacred music for the parish’s 12:15 pm Mass on Sundays and for several Holy Days liturgies. The choir sings Gregorian chant, English plainsong, and a variety of fine choral literature from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary composers such as Philip Stopford, Mack Wilberg, and Kevin Allen. Singers in this ensemble include paid section leaders, choral scholars from TAMUCC, and volunteer singers from the parish. Music reading ability is a plus, but not required. A commitment to regular attendance at rehearsals and Masses is required. 
Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 8:30–9:30 pm
 

St. John Schola

The St. John Schola sings at the 10:15 am Mass on Sundays and for several major Feasts of the Church year.  This ensemble draws from the Church’s great treasury of Gregorian chant, polyphony, and hymns in Latin. Members of this ensemble are a mix of professional singers and volunteers. Music reading and experience with Gregorian chant are a plus, but not required. A commitment to regular attendance at rehearsals and Masses is required. 
Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7:30–8:30 pm

St. John Children's Choir
The St. John Children's Choir is open to children ages 7 and up. This group sings for Family Life Holy Hour & Vespers, The Cathedral Concert Series, and other special events throughout the year. They learn how to read music, group vocal pedagogy, and are exposed to all types of Sacred Music from chant, to polyphony, hymns, and anthems. If you have older children interested in singing, but who may not be able to commit to the time required for the other ensembles at St. John's, this is a great option for them.
Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 4:30–5:30 pm