CATHEDRAL CONCERT SERIES

The Cathedral Concert Series, a program of the Diocese of Knoxville Music Commission, is dedicated to providing the community with free/low-cost opportunities to experience local, regional, national, and international sacred and classical music ensembles in the effort to support the Arts and foster appreciation for Sacred Music in East Tennessee. For more information, please contact Glenn Kahler (865) 558-4113
The Diocese of Knoxville Music Commission represents all quarters of the Diocese and serves the Diocese of Knoxville’s laity and clergy. It provides support services and resource management of worship music at both the parish and Diocesan levels. The Commission also acts as a liaison between the office of the Bishop and the local parish musicians.
The Commission meets regularly and manages an active roster of activities with the following mission: To promote the Gospel message of Jesus to the glory of God the Father through the mastery of musicianship in service to the Church, to protect the Church’s great repository of sacred music, to preserve the musical traditions of the Church, and those grown organically from them in full accordance with the Liturgy Documents, to support the New Evangelization by fostering respect and appreciation for sacred music in East Tennessee with the mind toward the ecumenical, and to support and enrich the activities pertaining to worship, education, and service of all Diocese of Knoxville Music Ministers.

Upcoming Events

Cathedral Concert: Marble City Opera  

The Cathedral Concert Series is proud to present Marble City Opera in a chamber concert titled Faith, Hope & Love: Music from Puccini, Verdi, and more. The program is dedicated to the operatic music of Giacomo Puccini, Giuseppe Verdi, and many more. Featuring artists Kathryn Frady (soprano), Brandon Coffer (piano), Lydia Schoen (oboe), and Kelsey Bently (french horn).

 

Admission is Free: Seating is Limited. (doors open 1 hour before the concert). Please Respect our Sacred Space: No Food/Drink/Gum.       

Cathedral Concert: Amadeus Concert Ensemble – Dvořák Te Deum & Stabat Mater

The Cathedral Concert Series is proud to present Amadeus Concert Ensemble in a program devoted to two sacred works by Antonín Dvořák — his thrilling Te Deum and selections from his glorious Stabat Mater.

Featuring: Amadeus Concert Ensemble (Choir & Orchestra)

Soloists: Maria Natale (soprano)Diana Salesky (alto)John Overholt (tenor)Stephen Morscheck (bass)

Conductor: Howard Skinner

Concertmaster: Edward Pulgar