Music
We praise God, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, to proclaim with them God’s glory, in their unending hymn.
"Music is vital to our community. When we sing during worship, it is our way of offering prayers and praise to God. I invite you to worship with us and to lift your voice to God in praise and thanksgiving."
-Dr. Mattilda Kay Middleton
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Good Shepherd Choir needs more volunteer singers. Is God calling you to lift your voice in song? If you're interested, come to our Group Singing Lesson on the next Music Sunday, November 16, after the 10:00 a.m. service. Or email Mattilda at mattilda@gslex.org.
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Choral Evensong will return August 6th. We gather in the worship space from 7:00-7:30pm.
Here is a list of special Feast Days as well as dates we will not meet:
August 6: Feast of the Transfiguration
September 17: Feast of Hildegard of Bingen
September 24: Feast of Anna Ellison Butler Alexander
October 1: NO Evensong
October 15: Feast of Teresa of Avila
November 5: All Souls Evensong
November 26: NO Evensong
December 24: NO Evensong
December 31: NO Evensong
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Solemn Choral Evensong featuring prayers and music in memory of our loved ones who have departed this earthly pilgrimage. The Choir will sing Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Pie Jesu” from his Requiem, “Sing me to Heaven” by Daniel Gawthrop, Psalm 130, and the Eastern Orthodox chant, Kontakion, sung at Queen Elizabeth II’s burial service at St. George’s, Windsor. The Song of Simeon (Luke 2:29-32), which the Choir sings every week, takes on special meaning at this service as a prayer for the departed.
Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace,
according to thy word;
For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
which thou hast prepared before the face of all people,
To be a light to lighten the Gentiles,
and to be the glory of thy people Israel.
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The Good Shepherd Choir is joining forces with the Choir of the Cathedral of Christ the King for a festival of hymns on Sunday, November 23, at 2:30 p.m. That Sunday, the Sunday before Advent, is known as Christ the King Sunday. The audience will be invited to sing along with familiar hymns like Crown him with many crowns, The King of love my shepherd is, and All creatures of our God and King. An 8-member brass ensemble and our own Alicia Helm McCorvey round out the offerings at this festive and fun gathering.
Date: November 23
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Cathedral of Christ the King
Address: 299 Colony Blvd, Lexington, KY 40502
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Check out the Fall 2025 Music School Offerings!
CLICK HERE for more information!
Here is a brief run down:
Every Sunday @ 4pm: Youth Choir in the Bishop’s House
On the Second Sunday of Each Month:
Group Singing Lessons (all ages)
Sing for Fun Boys and Girls!
Children’s Chapel Music
Choristers (sing at communion)
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September 14, October 12, November 16, December 14
On these Sundays we will have music offerings for children, youth, and adults!
Group Singing Lessons
Choristers
Children’s Chapel Music
Sing for Fun! for Boys and Girls
Light lunch in the Undercroft for families waiting
CLICK HERE for more information!
The Choirs
The Good Shepherd offers several Choirs differing in commitment levels. Throughout the year, our choirs sing every Sunday morning at the 10am Holy Eucharist, at Diocesan Music Events, Lessons and Carols, and other special music events throughout the year.
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This choir’s only weekly obligation is Sunday mornings beginning at 9am.
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This choir sings for funeral services.
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This group meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 6:30-8:30pm, and sings on Sunday mornings at 10am.
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Children and Youth ages 7+ are invited to join us every Sunday after the 10am service in the Choir Room until Noon. Choristers will be led by Mattilda, Justin, and Lily.
Good Shepherd
Music School
We believe that sacred music is a valuable resource for spiritual growth and that it should be accessible to everyone.
Good Shepherd Music School integrates music education into existing church activities like Children’s Chapel and EYC (Episcopal Youth Community), and continuing education for adults. Choral and instrumental ensembles are open to youth and adults, from beginner to advanced.
Music Staff
Dr. Mattilda Kay Middleton│Organist and Choir Director
Alicia Helm McCorvey│Artist-in-Residence
Dr. Scott Roberts│Organ Scholar
Dr. Chris Leverenz│Music Teacher
Kay’mon Murrah│Music Teacher
Justin Felix│Music Teacher
"Worship the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing."
Psalm 100:1