Cathedral Arts
Concerts and Art Exhibits at St. Paul's Cathedral have a special niche in the arts world of Greater Burlington and beyond. As a church our space is principally liturgical in function, while as an arts venue in Burlington it is eagerly sought out for its superior acoustics and flexible seating as well as unique light, neutral color and height. Part of the declared intention in the design of the current building was to provide a welcoming space for the arts in many forms. 

An amazing series of exhibits by nationally recognized artists has been shown over the past years.  In addition, the Cathedral Arts Ministry includes performances by nationally-known musicians as well as a number of the remarkable groups in the greater Burlington area, at both ticketed and free events. Please see a calendar of upcoming performances below. A devoted cadre of volunteers usher, sell and take tickets, and move chairs. New volunteers are always welcome.

For more information, please contact Ann Guillot (Chair) and Caleb Pillsbury (Artistic Director) via the Cathedral Administrator at admin@stpaulscathedralvt.org.
Janet McKenzie
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Check out this link to a short documentary about the life and work of Vermont painter Janet McKenzie, who is challenging traditional Christian images by using women and people of color in depictions of Jesus, Mary, and other Biblical figures.  The Cathedral Church of St. Paul hosted an exhibit of her work in November of 2016, and is lucky enough to have a painting of Janet's, called "Mary and Jesus with the papel picado," (seen left) as part of our permanent collection.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCYTIBHzQBA.

2019-2020 Cathedral Arts Performance Calendar

Tuesdays 12-1

The Tuesday 12-1 program is a series of performances by a diverse group of musicians that take place at the Cathedral on Tuesdays. Performances are free of charge and begin at 12 noon unless otherwise noted.  Bring a bag lunch; coffee and tea are provided. 
November 12, 2019 ~ Champlain Consort
Chapin Kaynor, Director
This popular ensemble performs renaissance and Elizabethan music on period instruments.  
December 3, 2019 ~ Catamount Winter Concert
Catamount Singers, David Neiweem, director
The University of Vermont's select choir presents an annual concert of seasonal works. ​Starts at 12:15.
January 14, 2020 ~ Young Artists Showcase Recital
Enjoy this annual concert featuring some of Vermont's most gifted emerging musicians.
February 11, 2020 
John Dunlop, cello, and Laura Markowitz, violin
April 28, 2020
Mary Rowell, violin
Considered by critics to be one of the most important and exciting performers on the contemporary scene today, the innovative violinist Mary Rowell can not be classified.  A graduate of the Juilliard School, she currently teaches at Middlebury College and is the concertmaster of the Radio City Music Hall Orchestra and the Broadway hit show Newsies.
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May 19, 2020
Mt. Mansfield Union High School Chorus, Caleb Pillsbury, director
This fine chorus of young singers shares highlights of their spring program.
June 2020
Syrinx, Glenn Sproul, director
Syrinx celebrates 20 years of bringing music primarily to senior citizens with a program highlighting compositions by director Glenn Sproul.  

Weekend Concerts

All tickets are available at the door just prior to the performance.  Parking at the Cathedral is free on Sundays only.  There is free parking for two hours all other days at the city parking garage across Cherry Street.
Sunday, October 20, 2019, 3:00 PM ~ Sleepers Awake
Richard Riley, Conductor; Hyunah Yu, Soprano; Steven Paul Spears, Tenor; Nathaniel Sullivan, Baritone, Laurie Smukler, Violin; Randall Wolfgang, Oboe, Karen Kevra, Flute.

Capital City Concerts presents J.S. Bach's Sleepers Awake (Wachet Auf) Cantata, one of the most beloved of Bach's cantatas, the Violin Concerto in A minor, and arias featuring world-renowned vocal soloists, choir and orchestra.  

​Admission:  Adults, $25; Students 18 and under, and reduced income, $15.
Sunday, December 8, 2019, 3:00 PM ~ Vermont Choral Union
Vermont Choral Union, featuring interim director Steve Klimowski, draws inspiration from ten centuries of a capella choral music and presents a program of seasonal works.

Admission:  Adults, $20; Students 18 and under and senior citizens, $15; Children 14 & under, free; Families of four or more, $40.
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Friday, April 17, 2020, 7:30 PM ~ Cullen Bryant, piano
Cullen Bryant is among the most active chamber and collaborative pianists in New York City, maintaining a schedule of over 70 recitals a year.  A native of Arkansas, he began playing at age two, gave his first public recital at age six, and at age 11 toured campuses in Arkansas and Texas along with several televised recitals.  He has performed with a long list of world-class artists, and at renowned venues and festivals.
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Admission: $25; Students 15-22 and Seniors (62+): $15; Children 14 and under: $5.
Saturday, April 18, 2020, 9:30 AM-noon ~ Masterclass
Cullen Bryant, piano
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Free and open to the public.  Sponsored by Cathedral Arts and Greenfield Piano Associates.  
Friday, May 1, 2020, 7:30 PM ~ Aurora Chamber Singers
David Neiweem, Director
This vocal ensemble is the successor to the ever-popular Oriana Singers.  In their second season, the chorus continues to raise the level of choral excellence in northern Vermont.

​Admission: $25  
Friday, May 22, 2020, 7:30 PM ~ Piano Variety - Solos and Duets
Greenfield Piano Associates
Members of GPA perform a "variety show" of classical piano solos and duets by composers of all styles, Baroque to modern.

Admission by donation to Greenfield Piano Associates Scholarship Fund.
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