Our Mission
“becoming a symbol of hope”
The mission of Catholic Schools Sing is to be co-creators with God and all children of God nourished by prayer in service of others. May we be known not merely by words but by mostly, good works. And if music be the work, may beauty, hope and joy be the fruit.
Saint Joseph with the Christ Child, 18th century Marcantonio Franceschini (1648-1729), Sotheby’s, New York City
Through the intercession of Saint Joseph, Catholic Schools Sing is committed to listening with a humble spirit and a servant’s heart; invoking his patronage and support:
for children
Remembering we are created in God’s image and likeness may we never cease to be childlike, inclusive and encouraging so that children may encounter Christ and “come to him” (Matthew 19:14)
for fathers
May we, like fathers, accept the responsibility of caring for God’s children, inviting them to explore new and fresh possibilities
for families
May we seek to inspire opportunities for love and healing within our homes and our world
for teachers
May we embrace with sincerity and understanding the Wisdom that comes from this selfless profession
for educators
May we lead by listening and cultivate mutual respect by relinquishing any need to convince or control
for pioneers
May we nurture the authenticity of our dreams welcoming new ideas free from judgment filled with tenderness and acceptance. May we take creative courage in the challenging of comfort zones and difficult realities
against doubt
May we sympathize with our fears knowing God works through an unyielding faith
against hesitation
May we live our faith with endurance and perseverance by heeding God’s will avoiding sterility and proactively confronting reality
for interior souls
May our work plant seeds of truth within the soul that will testify to Christ’s light
for laborers and working people
May we recognize and value hard work with generosity through shared responsibility, consistency and conscious effort
for the Catholic & Universal Church
May we build the Kingdom of God as a faithful friend of the Catholic Church (Ecclesiastes 6:14-16)
Our Story
Since 1986, we have a combined 48 years of teaching experience at college, high school and elementary schools along the west coast. Namely, at the following institutions:
University of San Diego – San Diego, CA
O’Dea High School – Seattle, WA
Cathedral Catholic High School – San Diego, CA
Saint Francis of Assisi School – Seattle, WA
Sacred Heart Parish School – Coronado, CA
Our education and lifelong studies include the following academic degrees
Music, Business, Character Education & Development (University of San Diego)
Organizational Behavior & Psychology (Multnomah University)
Trombone Performance (University of Oregon)
Composition, Jazz Music & Theory (Cornish College of the Arts)
Liturgically, we have a combined 70 years of Catholic liturgical music experience in the Archdiocese of Seattle, Diocese of San Diego, and United States Navy.
We have participated in liturgical, presentational, and demonstrational capacity at the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA 2022, New Orleans; NCEA 2016, San Diego)
We are active members of the Conference of Roman Catholic Cathedral Musicians (CRCCM)
The following is a complete list of Cathedrals, Parishes and Parish Schools where we have directed liturgical music:
Saint Joseph Cathedral – San Diego, CA (2022-2012)
Saint James Cathedral – Seattle, WA (2005-1986)
Sacred Heart Parish – Coronado, CA (2022-2005)
Cathedral Catholic High School – San Diego, CA (2016-2012)
Saint Francis of Assisi Parish– Seattle, WA (2004-1986)
Immaculata Parish – San Diego, CA (2016-2006)
North Island Naval Base – Coronado, CA (2015-2011)
University of San Diego’s Founders Chapel – San Diego, CA (2018-2008)
University of San Diego’s St. Francis Center – (2016-2012)
Academy of Our Lady of Peace – San Diego, CA (2016-2008)
Saint Augustine High School – San Diego, CA (2016-2008)
Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish – West Seattle, WA (2004-1986)
Saint Thérése of Carmel Parish – Del Mar, San Diego, CA (2016-2010)
Immaculate Conception Parish – San Diego, CA (2015-2013)
Saint Brigid Parish – Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA (2016-2012)