The Trinity Music Program
The Music Program at Trinity Cathedral is diverse, creative and grounded in the unique Anglican heritage of music in the Episcopal Church. Trinity music reflects the variety and scope of our Cathedral liturgies, from the regular Sunday morning Eucharist to the quiet Vespers services and to festival occasions. The Trinity Music Program is widely recognized for its depth of repertoire and high standard of performance. The central mission of the Music Program is to support the regular liturgy of the Cathedral. In addition we have supported many liturgical events outside our primary Eucharist celebrations. These have become a traditional part of the worship life at Trinity and also reach out to other parishes and the community.
These events currently include:
* the Advent Procession of Lessons and Carols
* a Carol Service prior to the midnight Christmas Eucharist
* a Trinity Choir Lenten liturgy
* Holy Week liturgies, and
* Vespers services featuring the Cathedral Chamber Choir. Guest organists from across the country are often incorporated into Cathedral Vespers.
The Music Program offers events for the broader Portland community such as organ recitals and the New Year’s Eve Festive Concert which draw on a wide range of performers and benefit community organizations.
Many of these programs, incorporated into the annual Trinity Music Series, have become an integral part of the Portland cultural scene. More than 12,000 people annually attend musical events at Trinity Cathedral. Response to the music program has brought many new members to Trinity.
Trinity’s pipe organ is a centerpiece of music at the Cathedral. Recognized worldwide as one of America’s finest examples of mechanical-action organs, it is featured in liturgies and recitals, attracting renowned performers from all over the globe.
Several choirs serve our liturgies. The Trinity Choir and Cathedral Chamber Singers are adult choirs. Coventry Singers are from grades six through twelve and Choristers are in grades one through five.
The Pacific Youth Choir, an independent, multi-level organization of six choirs, with singers from the broader community, is in residence at Trinity.
Trinity Cathedral is also home to the Trinity Consort, an ensemble featuring great choral works accompanied by a period-instrument orchestra.
For more events and further details, please visit our calendar page and click the link below to download brochure.
Trinity Music Series 2009-2010
In addition, please see reviews and recordings of Trinity music.
The Right Reverend Sanford Hampton, Assisting Bishop of Oregon
The Very Reverend William B. Lupfer, Dean of Trinity Cathedral
Canon Dr. John Strege, Director of Cathedral Music
Dr. Tamara Still, Music Associate
Eric Milnes, Conductor and Artistic Director, Trinity Consort
News
Canon Dr. John Strege, Director of Music to Retire
After 37 years of service, Canon Dr. John Strege is retiring. We will celebrate his service at a special Eucharist on May 2, 2010. Read John's retirement announcement letter. Read the Dean's announcement letter. Oregonian Music Critic David Stabler's article on John.