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St. Paul’s Choral Scholars…

 is an esteemed, auditioned ensemble of advanced high school-age singers who lead worship services with the finest in sacred choral music. Committed to excellence, their focus is on the study, rehearsal, and performance of music drawn from a rich variety of historical and cultural traditions. Performing in the historic setting of St. Paul's, the group is deeply embedded in a community that values exceptional choral music within the context of sacred worship.

The Choral Scholars have gained recognition not only for their remarkable vocal talent but also for their dedication to exploring diverse musical styles and cultures. They have had the opportunity to travel and perform across the country, including in cities such as Galveston, Dallas, and New York City. More recently, they expanded their international presence with performances in Austria and Germany, further enriching their repertoire and broadening their cultural impact.

In addition to their musical performances, the St. Paul’s Choral Scholars have contributed to the wider choral music community by presenting sessions at the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) conferences, sharing their knowledge and passion for sacred choral music with others. Through their dedication, the Choral Scholars continue to inspire and lead, representing the pinnacle of choral excellence within the sacred music tradition.

For more details, contact Matthew Perez, Director, at mperez@stpaulshouston.org

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2023-24 Season

Recorded in the Sanctuary of St. Paul's United Methodist Church

Light of a Clear Blue Morning
by Craig Hella Johnson (Ashlee Hernandez, soloist)
Jesus autem hodie
by Peter Hallock (David Oluwo, Destiny Cosman, Daniel Boyd, soloists)
I Will Lift Mine Eyes
by Jake Runstead
I Waited for the Lord
by Felix Mendelssohn (Ben Kerswell, organist Gigi Bautista & Ariadne Lopez, soloists)
Calling My Children Home
arranged by Joseph H. Jennings
Magnificat, Tone II
by Paul Halley (Ben Kerswell, organist)
Verbum caro factum est
by Hans Leo Hassler (Christopher Betts, conducting)
I Wonder As I Wander
by John Jacob Niles (Sarah Chang, harp)
Precious Lord
Thomas A. Dorsey, arranged Arnold Sevier
Walk Together Children
Traditional Spiritual, arranged by Moses Hogan
Saints Bound for Glory
arranged by Alice Parker and Robert Shaw
What Wondrous Love
arranged by Paul Christiansen

 
 

2022-23 Season

Recorded in the Sanctuary of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, unless noted

"When I Survey the Wondrous Cross"
May 6, 2018 - by Philip Stopford
"Alleluia"
May 6, 2018 - by John C. Zaumeyer
"John the Revelator"
November 13, 2017 - Choral Scholars at the University of Houston Moores School of Music
"Panis Angelicus"
May 6, 2018 - by Thomas Pavlechko
"O Salutaris Hostia"
May 6, 2018 - by Eriks Esenvalds (Abbie Bouy, Hannah Jones, and Sarah Navy, soloists)
"Singet dem Herrn"
November 13, 2017 - Choral Scholars at the University of Houston Moores School of Music
"Cool of the Day"
October 15, 2017 - arr. John Ratledge (Sean Holshouser, soloist)

2016-17 Season

"Give Me Jesus"
May 21, 2017 - arr. Larry L. Fleming (Michaela Maldonado, soprano)
"Unclouded Day"
May 21, 2017 - by J.S. Allwood/arr. Shawn Kirchner
"Were You There?"
May 21, 2017 - arr. Raymond H. Haan (Lauren Crandon, soprano and Nia Prince, cello)
"God Be in My Head"
May 21, 2017 - by Elinor Remick Waren (Keaton Brown, bass)
"Esto Les Digo"
May 21, 2017 - by Kinley Lange (Mariana Rodriguez, soprano)
"Poor Man Lazrus"
May 21, 2017 - arr. Jester Hariston
"Even When God Is Silent"
May 21, 2017 - by Kim André Arnesen
"The Battle of Jericho"
May 21, 2017 - arr. Moses Hogan (1957-2003)
"From a Distance"
May 21, 2017 - by Julie Gold
"Maria Walks Amid the Thorns"
December 11, 2016 - arr. William Hunt
"Light" by Mark Arnett
December 11, 2016 - by Mark Arnett (Jubilation Ringers, Christ Church, Sugar Land, Molly Ness, dir)

2015-16 Season

"Jesus, I Adore Thee"
May 1, 2016 - St. Paul's Choral Scholars
"Crucifixus" by Antonio Lotti
March 13, 2016 - St. Paul's Choral Scholars with Nicholas Perkyns, cello
"When Jesus Wept"
February 28, 2016 - St. Paul's Choral Scholars with Kimberly Blaha, soprano saxophone
"Dazzling As the Sun"
February 7, 2016 - St. Paul's Choral Scholars and Treble Choir
"The Trumpet Sounds Within-a My Soul"
January 17, 2016 - St. Paul's Choral Scholars with Jason Adams, trumpet