Music at Saint Mary Church

The Sacred music program consists of two adult chant scholas, an all-volunteer polyphonic choir, an advanced high school mixed schola,
and a multi-level Chorister program for children. Contact Music Director, Lisa Knutson, for questions or if interested in joining a choir.
stmarysfsspmusic@gmail.com

2026-2027 Chorister Registration now open!

Choristers

Open to all Children of the parish
4 Classes according to ability
Boys and Girls Scholas

WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE 2026-2027

2:30-3:30pm: Ward Class (7-8yo)
3:30-4:15pm: Choristers Classes
4:15-5:15pm: Choristers Scholas

Sursum Corda

High School Advanced Schola SSATB - begins September 30th.
Email director Mrs. Lisa Knutson for audition.

Wednesdays
5:00pm-6:30pm (biweekly)

Parent Volunteer and Choir Member Clearances.

These checks will be required once every five years for volunteers who may have some contact with students:

1 & 2 are required for all applicable volunteers:

1. Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (fees waived)

1. ChildLine (Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance through the Department of Human Services) (fees waived)

In addition to 1 & 2, one of the following is required for applicable volunteers:

3a. If a resident for the past 10 years, a signed disclaimer affirming no charges in other states that would prohibit selection as a volunteer;
OR
3b. If not a resident for the past 10 years AND the volunteer has received certification at any time since residency established, the volunteer must provide a copy of the certification received since residency established;
OR
3c. If neither 3a or 3b apply, FBI Criminal Background Check required (fingerprint check) for federal criminal history records (fee charged). Our service code is 1KG6ZJ.

Choristers begins Sept 23

Director of Music - Mrs. Lisa Knutson
Email