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Frequently Asked Questions
for St. Paul's Choir & St. Paul's Music
Q: Who sings in St. Paul's Choir?
A. Any child (age eight and older), or adult is
welcome to join St. Paul's Choir. St. Paul's
Choir is a unique choral organization involving
musically trained boys and girls who sing with
adults. The choir sings weekly choral services
at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, monthly Choral
Evensongs, Concerts with Orchestra, and
tours the US and United Kingdom.
Q: Do I have to be an experienced musician to sing in the choir?
A. The only requirements for joining St. Paul's Choir are basic music reading skills and an
enthusiasm for worship and choral singing.
Q: Do I have to be a member of the Episcopal Church?
A. A singer does not need to be a member of the parish or the Episcopal Church. Through
rehearsals and choral services, singers learn about and become part of a rich religious
tradition that involves music, liturgy and scripture.
Q: What is the schedule of choir rehearsals?
A: Adults rehearse on Wednesday nights from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Beginning children
rehearse on Thursdays from 4:45-6:00 p.m. Older youth rehearse additionally on
Thursday evenings and Tuesday afternoons. The choirs also rehearse prior to Sunday
morning services and special choral services.
Q: What is St. Paul's Choir School?
A: St. Paul's Choir School is a philosophical principal; the title does not refer to a mortar
and bricks building. Any child who participates in the choir program is a member of St.
Paul's Choir School. The Choir School provides all participants with an excellent musical
and spiritual education. In this after school program, every child is taught music reading
skills and proper vocal technique. All parents are an integral part of this organization. The
choral program for boys, girls and adults is affiliated with the Royal School of Church
Music. Each child and adult who enters the program receives individual instruction in
music theory, vocal training and Christian Formation including the traditions of our
Anglican Faith.
Q: What is the Royal School of Church Music?
A: The RSCM is an international organization of over 9,000 choir programs from all over
the world. The mission of the RSCM is to enable the best use of music in worship, church
life, and community through choral singing. The training philosophy of RSCM involves
people of every age, from 8 to over 80. The philosophy involves nurturing skills, and
developing understanding as youth and adults are trained in singing great choral music
together. RSCM implements practical and applied programs of education and training.
RSCM uplifts the spiritual life of our communities through high quality choral music.
Q: What is a Choral Scholar?
A: A choral scholar is a young singer who is
committed to a higher level of leadership in the choir
program. In exchange, the Choral Scholar receives
financial underwriting for private instrumental
lessons. These scholarships (approximately $2,000)
are funded by St. Paul's Music, the outreach
organization for the music program.
Q: What is St. Paul's Music?
A: St. Paul's Music is the musical outreach
organization for St. Paul's Church. This self-
supporting organization sustains the choir program,
the choral scholars, and an annual concert series open to the Indianapolis community. All
financial assistance comes from generous patrons, grants, and our annual fund raising
event, the British Soirée. The organization is lead by a board of directors. There are many
opportunities available for volunteer service.
Q: How do I find out about volunteer opportunities for St. Paul's Music?
A: Email the Music Desk at musicdesk@stpaulsindy.org.
Q: How do I find out more about this program?
A: You can read all about the music program at www.stpaulsindy/music This site includes
a list of upcoming events, recordings of live performances, information on recordings by
the choirs, and information on the choir program.
If you have additional questions, you may also
contact our Music Ministry staff directly:
Frank Boles
Organist and Associate for Music
fboles@stpaulsindy.org or 253.1277, ext. 30
Robert Richter
Assistant Organist & Choir Master
rrichter@stpaulsindy.org or 253.1277, ext. 29
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