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Schola Cantorum

School of Singing for Children Ages 8-13
"I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; I will declare all your wondrous deeds. I will delight and rejoice in you; I will sing hymns to your name, Most High."
- Psalm 9:2

Who We Are

Schola cantorum (school of singing) is a mixed-voice ensemble that consists of children ages 8-13, professional singers from the Cincinnati area, and our high school Choral Scholars. 

What We Do

The Schola cantorum sings weekly at St. Gertrude Church's 12 p.m. Sunday Mass and for major feasts. This special choir, unique in the Cincinnati area, is founded on the Church's ancient tradition of choral training: children sing the soprano line while professional singers and our high school Choral Scholars sing the alto, tenor, and bass parts.

When We Meet

During the school year, our child sopranos (also known as trebles) meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. in the Choir Room at the Parish Center and again on Sunday at 11 a.m. (prior to singing for 12 p.m. Mass). During these rehearsals, they learn the great music of the Church (including chant, polyphony, Mozart, and newly composed pieces) and develop skills in reading music, ear training, music theory, and sight-singing. Each child also receives private voice lessons to address his or her vocal development. The program ultimately aims to enable children to develop a lifelong love of sacred music, choral singing, and serving the liturgy of the Church.

Join Us

If your child is interested in joining the Schola cantorum, please contact Christopher Holman, director of music, at the email or phone number below.

Cost: If your child is awarded a place in the Schola cantorum, there is a registration fee of $200/semester. However, there are need-based scholarships available. If you wish to apply for a scholarship, please include a brief explanation of your need on the audition sign up form, or contact Christopher Holman at cholman@stgertrude.org. 

Contact Us

Parents of prospective choristers are welcome to contact Christopher Holman at cholman@stgertrude.org or (513) 561-5954, ext. 2213, at any time throughout the year with questions or for more information.
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6543 Miami Ave Cincinnati, OH 45243
Phone: (513) 561-5954 | ​Fax: (513) 561-5184
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  • About
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    • Church Architecture
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    • News
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    • 100th Anniversary
  • For Adults
    • Wanting to Become Catholic
    • Looking for a Prayer Group
    • Desiring Formation
    • Seeking to Serve
    • Needing Support
  • For Children & Youth
    • St. Gertrude School
    • Age 3 – Grade 3 (CGS) >
      • Sacramental Formation (Grade 2)
    • Grades 4 – 6 (Family Faith) >
      • Family Faith Resources >
        • Family Faith Resources 2020-2021
    • Grades 7 – 8 (L'alto: Jr High) >
      • L'alto: Confirmation (Gr. 7-8)
    • Grades 9 – 12 (L'alto: High School)
    • Liturgical Ministries for Youth >
      • Choir: Schola Cantorum
      • Choral Scholar Program
      • St. Anne and the Child Mary Guild
  • Sacraments & Worship
    • Mass & Confessions >
      • Sunday Worship Programs
      • Mass Intentions
    • Infant Baptism
    • Confirmation
    • Matrimony
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Funerals & Bereavement
    • Eucharistic Adoration
    • The Music Program >
      • St. Gertrude Church Choirs
      • Music FAQs