The Adult Choir of St. Patrick's (Larkspur, CA) extends
an invitation to everyone in the parish - as well as the
surrounding community - to join your voice with ours as
part of the parish Musical Ministry.
This section contains a series of Frequently Asked
Question regarding participation in the choir. Further
information can be obtained by contacting the parish
office or by e-mailing the director at
SPAC_Director@comcast.net
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1. What is the time committment?
Approximately four hours per week. Traditionally, the
Christmas and Easter holidays increase that somewhat.
Usually two additional rehearsals are scheduled to
prepare for each of those holidays.
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2. When does the choir sing?
The choir sings the 10:00 AM Mass on Sundays with one
regular exception. On the fourth Sunday of each
month, that Mass features the St. Patrick's Childrens
Choir. They're great!
At Christmas, the choir has traditionally sung the mass
at 9:00 PM on Christmas Eve and the 10:00 AM Mass on
Christmas.
At Easter,the choir has traditionally sung the Easter
Vigil, a 7:00 PM mass celebrated on Saturday of Holy Week
and the 10:00 AM Mass on Easter Sunday.
In addition, the choir has also sung for mass on Holy
Thursday evening.
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3. When does the choir rehearse?
7:30 PM Thursday and 9:00 AM Sunday (prior to the 10:00
AM Mass)
Sunday morning rehearsals are only held on Sundays on
which the choir sings. Also, it can be expected that a
couple of EXTRA rehearsals will be scheduled to prepare
for either of the major feast days. The dates and times
for extra rehearsals are worked out as needed by the
choir director.
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4. Is a musical background needed?
Nope...
While some experience with
choral singing or playing a musical instrument will
probably help, it is not a requirement. All that is really
needed is the ability to carry a tune and a willingness
to listen, learn, and grow under the mentorship of the
director or the more experienced choir members.
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5. Where does the choir rehearse?
Rehearsals are normally held in one of two places.
Thursday evening rehearsals are typically held in the
Church - subject to availability. Sunday morning rehearsals
are typically held in the Meeting Room - adjacent to the
gymnasium on the south side. It can be entered from the
parking lot or the gymnasium.
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6. What music will be sung?
The choir sings a mix of music drawn from the church
hymnals, the classical genre, popular sacred favorites,
and private collections. Choir members work from a
3-ring binder that holds both performance music and music
rehearsal. The best way to know what music has been
programmed is to consult the "Music" section of this web site.
See also our handy guide to caring for
the music elsewhere on this site.
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7. What should I do?
People interested in joining should contact the Director
either by email (see above on this page) or via the
Parish Office.
New members should relax, be on time for rehearsals, and
enjoy being part of a fun and spiritual group!
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