Music

Music at Saint Thomas Aquinas

'The musical tradition of the universal Church is a treasure of inestimable value, greater even than that of any other art. The main reason for this pre-eminence is that, as sacred song united to the words, it forms a necessary or integral part of the solemn liturgy.

'The treasure of sacred music is to be preserved and fostered with great care. Choirs must be diligently promoted ... but pastors of souls must be at pains to ensure that, whenever the sacred action is to be celebrated with song, the whole body of the faithful may be able to contribute that active participation which is rightly theirs....

'The Church acknowledges Gregorian Chant as specially suited to the Roman liturgy: therefore, other things being equal, this should be given pride of place in liturgical services.'

- Vatican Council II, Constitution on the Liturgy Sacrosanctum Concilium 112, 114, 116

Saint Thomas Aquinas offers an array of musical experiences for everyone. We currently offer the following groups to participate in on Sundays: the Gregorian Chant Schola at 7:30AM Mass; the Folk Ensemble at 11:30AM Mass on Sundays; the Life Teen Band at 5:15PM Mass and lastly, the newest addition is the Saint Thomas Aquinas Choir at the 9AM Mass.