Sacred Music and Music Ministries in the Diocese of Phoenix
Welcome music directors, ministers, and musicians of the Diocese of Phoenix! On this page you will find a variety of resources to support you in your parish and school ministry, and information about new programs and initiatives from the Office of Worship and SS Simon and Jude Cathedral.

The Office of Worship joyfully announces the formation of a Diocesan Choir and Orchestra. The Diocesan Choir will be invited to sing at major Diocesan liturgies and events throughout the Diocese.
Diocesan Choir
Who: All those with recent choral experience in a parish or community choir are invited to join. The general expectation is that the members of the Diocesan choir will be ministering in their local parishes as well. There will be no formal audition process this year. Singing and sight reading abilities will be assessed as we go along and move into more complex music.
When: Rehearsals will be on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 7-9 pm. A rehearsal and liturgy schedule is available here. The first rehearsal will be on Monday, October 24th at 7pm.
Where: To start, the choir will be rehearsing at the Diocese of Phoenix Pastoral Center (400 E Monroe, Phoenix). This will likely change though the rehearsal location will remain in the central valley/central Phoenix area.
Register: If you intend to join us, please contact Alyssa Yingling in the Office of Worship at ayingling@dphx.org . Please include your name, parish, a brief overview of any recent choir involvement, and the part you are most comfortable singing.
Diocesan Orchestra
Who: The Diocesan / Cathedral Orchestra is composed of two parts: (1) a group of university students exploring the heritage music of the Sonoran missions and who are also committed to playing at the Cathedral once a month as well as Diocesan liturgies and (2) community instrumentalists who are available to assist at major Diocesan liturgies.
When: Community instrumentalists will be invited to join for a rehearsal immediately prior to major liturgies as well as the liturgy itself. A formal rehearsal schedule has not yet been outlined.
Where: TBD
Register: If you intend to join us, please contact Alyssa Yingling in the Office of Worship at ayingling@dphx.org . Please include your name, parish, instrument, and a brief overview of any recent orchestral/musical experience. Either Alyssa or Steven will get back to you regarding your participation in the orchestra.