Oregon Sacred Music Colloquium
January 28 – 29, 2027
The second annual Oregon Sacred Music Colloquium will focus on liturgical music as prayer and the pride of place that Gregorian Chant occupies in the sacred liturgy. Opportunities include Gregorian Chant workshops, choral music rehearsals, and presentations on liturgy, including a presentation by Archbishop Alexander Sample on his pastoral letter, “Sing to the Lord a New Song”. Archbishop Sample will also preside at a fully sung Pontifical High Mass. New this year is a special track for clergy, focusing on chanting the Roman Missal. Don’t miss this opportunity to build confidence in singing and leading Gregorian Chant while elevating the liturgical music in your parish.
Director: Dr. Myrna Keough
Coodinator: Br. Matthew Sislow, OSB
Presenters & Instructors: Archbishop Alexander Sample, Fr. Pius X Harding, OSB, Br. Thomas Buttrick, OSB, Sarah Zielinski, James Moursund, Deacon Coulter McIntyre, Dr. Myrna Keough
- Space is limited, register early.
- The cost for attending the conference, including meals, is $180.
- Lodging is not included. For information and availability at the Guesthouse, please contact retreat@mtangel.edu.
- Questions? Contact Dr. Myrna Keough at myrna.keough@mtangel.com.
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Daily Schedule
Thursday, January 28
- 8:00 – Mass (Abbey Church) (optional)
- 9:00 – Registration (Library Auditorium)
- 10:00 – Welcome, orientation, introductions
- 10:15 – First presentation by Fr. Pius X Harding, OSB
- 11:00 – Choir rehearsal #1 (Abbey Church)
- 12:00 – Noon Prayer (Abbey Church)
- 12:15 – Lunch (Damian Center)
- 1:15 – Introduction, Gregorian Chant (Library Auditorium)
- 2:00 – 3:30 – Breakout Sessions
- 4:00 – Choir rehearsal #2 (Abbey Church)
- 5:15 – Dinner (Damian Center)
- 6:15 – Vespers (Abbey Church)
- 7:15 – Introduction to the Archbishop’s letter: a pastoral guide to change (Library Auditorium)
Friday, January 29
- 8:00 – Mass (Abbey Church)
- 9:00 – Coffee (Library Auditorium)
- 9:30 – Second presentation by Br. Thomas Buttrick, OSB
- 10:15 – Choir rehearsal #3 (Abbey Church)
- 11:00 – Breakout Sessions
- 12:00 – Noon Prayer (Abbey Church)
- 12:15 – Lunch (Damian Center)
- 1:15 – Third presentation by Archbishop Sample (Abbey Church)
- 2:30 – Final rehearsal for Mass (Abbey Church)
- 3:30 – Sung Mass (Abbey Church)
- End of Colloquium
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Lodging Suggestions
Please note that lodging is not included with your registration. For those looking for overnight accommodations, here are some options within driving distance:
Saint Benedict Guesthouse & Retreat Center– please email retreat@mtangel.edu for availability.
Sponsored by the Mount Angel Institute.
To learn about other sacred music opportunities with the Mount Angel Institute, contact Br. Matthew Sislow at mai.coordinator@mtangel.edu or view our events calendar.