Archdiocese of San Francisco Cathedral Children’s Choir & Choir School

Students: Come Sing with Us!

We invite you to watch this heartfelt video celebrating our Cathedral Choir School, where the voices of young parishioners lift our hearts to God. For centuries, youth choirs and choir schools have been cherished traditions in the Church. They remind us that children — with their clear, pure voices — hold a special role in our worship and represent the future of our faith community.

The video shares how our Cathedral Choir School forms children in excellent musical training rooted in Catholic tradition, and how singing at Mass deepens their faith and focus. You’ll hear from students, clergy, and music leaders about the joy, discipline, and community this program inspires.

We hope this video inspires you — and maybe even moves you to become part of this wonderful, growing and vibrant ministry.

Cathedral Children’s Choir & Choir School

Forming young hearts through beauty, music, and worship.

Lift Your Voice. Lift Your Heart.

Young voices possess a unique power—one that lifts hearts toward God and fills the liturgy with beauty and reverence. For centuries, the Church has encouraged youth choirs as a way of nurturing faith, discipline, and excellence in sacred music. Here at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, we are blessed to continue this tradition through our thriving Cathedral Children’s Choir and Choir School.

Each time our children sing at Mass, the entire congregation experiences a deeper sense of prayer and unity. Their music reminds us that these young singers are not only enriching our worship today—they are the future of the Church.

A Tradition of Beauty in Worship

At the Cathedral, the children’s choir enriches the liturgy by helping the congregation lift their hearts and minds to God. Rooted in the Church’s musical heritage, the choir explores beauty in sound — because in discovering beauty, we discover God.

A Program of Musical Excellence

Founded in 2009 and based at Stella Maris Academy, the Cathedral Choir School offers students a rigorous music curriculum shaped by Catholic tradition.

Children learn music of all eras and styles, with special attention to Gregorian chant and sacred polyphony, as encouraged by the Church’s liturgical documents.

Directed by an experienced and passionate conductor, the program introduces young singers to high-quality music from the start — ensuring they develop the skills, discipline, and appreciation that will stay with them for life.

Voices of Our Young Choristers

Students consistently share how the choir strengthens both their faith and focus at Mass. Singing enables them to pray more deeply, remain present, and discover joy in worship.

A Blessing for Our Parish Community

The choir’s presence is a source of joy for parishioners, clergy, and families. Their voices fill our parish with beauty and hope — a reminder that these young singers are truly the future of our Church.

Accessible for All Families

Participation in the Cathedral Choir is free, and generous scholarships are available to help families with tuition at Stella Maris Academy, ensuring that no child is turned away due to financial need.

Join the Cathedral Choir

If you are looking for a supportive, faith-filled, and enriching musical experience for your child, we invite you to learn more and join us. Your child will grow in confidence, musical skill, and spiritual understanding — all while becoming part of a joyful community of young singers.

Come sing with us. Come worship with us. Come be part of something beautiful.

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