Saint Mary’s Pro-Cathedral is proud of its living tradition of quality liturgical music, both classical and contemporary. Saint Mary’s Choral Society, a mixed adult Choir, was replaced in 1903 by the Palestrina Choir which continues as the main choir in residence of the Pro-Cathedral. In the wake of the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) an increased emphasis on congregational singing saw the introduction of Cantors in the liturgical life of the Pro-Cathedral. Initially this role was undertaken by priests of the parish but for some time now has been fulfilled mainly by lay Cantors. A contemporary liturgical music group Pro Nuova was formed in October 2004. Saint Mary’s Pro-Cathedral Girls’ Choir is the latest addition to the Pro-Cathedral’s music groupings having been inaugurated in May 2009.
MUSIC PERSONNEL
THE PALESTRINA CHOIR and ST. MARY’S PRO-CATHEDRAL GIRLS’ CHOIR
Ms. Blanaid Murphy Director
Ms. Yvonne Chilton Manager
Mr Shane Barriscale Choral Assistant
Mr Pierce Cullen Choral Assistant
ORGAN
Mr. Aleksandr Nisse Organist