Welcome

The St. Rita Choral Academy is a unique venture that nurtures
and trains young people in the European Cathedral tradition.

With an expert faculty, we educate choristers in the richness of the Roman Catholic Church while serving the liturgy by singing compositions from the great treasury of sacred music.

At the same, students will develop the poise, confidence, and maturity necessary to excel in high school, college, and beyond.

What We Offer:

• Three graded choirs offering expert choral instruction and Voice for Life training

• Advanced study in Music Theory and History

• Private or group piano lessons

• Private or group voice lessons

Choirs

Cherub Choir, Grades K-1
The Cherub Choir is on hiatus as we search for a new director. If you are interested in being considered, please contact acalabrese@stritaparish.net
 
Seraphim Choir, Grades 2-4
A parish choir for students in grades 2-4.  The choir sings for one 5:00 pm Saturday Vigil Mass and one all-school Mass each semester; on Christmas Eve, and for an Advent program in December. Emphasis is given to developing the singing voice, basic music reading, and fun learning about music.

Wednesday afternoon, 3:45–4:45pm, Music Suite
Instructor: Mrs. Sara Bierschenk
 
Jubilate Deo Choir, Grades 5-8+, unchanged voice

A parish choir for students in grades 5-8+ (unchanged voices).  The choir sings one Mass each month, either at the 10:45 High Mass, or at a Friday morning all-school Mass. They also sing on Christmas Eve, Easter Sunday, and at various concerts and festivals. A singing tour through the Midwest is being planned for Spring 2019.  Music is chosen from the vast musical tradition of the Church, from Gregorian chant to works of the masters, and folk songs and spirituals. In addition to learning music for Mass, choir members will be given vocal training, sight singing, and an introduction to the history and practice of liturgy and Catholic theology. Interested students will be encouraged to pursue additional instrumental training. A commitment to regular attendance at rehearsals and Masses is required.

Currently on hiatus
Instructor: Dr. Alfred Calabrese

Advanced Classes
(must be enrolled in a choir to participate)

*Private or Group Vocal Lessons, Grades 4 and up
Times to be arranged with the instructor
Instructor: TBD
 
*Private or Group Piano Lessons, Grades 2 and up
Times to be arranged with the instructor
Instructor: Mrs. Carmela Couvillon
 
Music Theory and History, Grades 5 and up
Monday afternoon, 3:45 – 4:45, Music Suite
Instructor: Dr. Alfred Calabrese
 
* There is a fee for these lessons