Over the years, our parish has been blessed with a select group of talented singers who minister at Masses and special celebrations as cantors/psalmists.

Basic musicianship (music reading and vocal technique) is desired. 

A special program for the youth of our parish is offered. Young Cantors are typically selected from our Children's Choir, School Groups, and Stained Glass.

CONTACT: Dr. Bogdan Minut, Director of Music Ministry, (812)379-9353 x1237 or [email protected]

The Men’s Ministry Choir serves at the 5:00 pm Saturday Mass every other weekend. Throughout their activity, the Men's Ministry Choir has ministered at Parish Reconciliation Services, during Holy Week (Good Friday Services), on Easter Sunday, and as part of the Concert Series. The Mass on Thanksgiving Day has been one of their favorite, because it brings their family members together in song.

Their musical style tends to be folk music with touches of traditional hymn singing. Lately, the men have sung many selections in harmony, blending their voices and instruments in song to praise the Lord. Open to any men in the parish who can sing or play an instrument.

PRACTICE:
Thursday (before their Saturday Mass) from 7-9 pm

CONTACT:
Mike Keogh

The St. Bartholomew Choir sings classical and traditional choral repertoire along with hints of contemporary numbers and arrangements. This ensemble's goal is to provide excellence in liturgical music. Its members continue to learn vocal and choral techniques from professional musicians and guest directors and singers as well as to collaborate with other choirs and participate in choir events.

In addition to ministering at weekend Masses on a weekly basis, on solemnities, and on Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday, the Choir has participated in many successful choral concerts as part of our parish's concert series.
 
Membership is open to anyone who is willing to commit to the regular schedule of the choir and who possesses basic music knowledge and vocal abilities.

Past highlights include a concert appearance at Carnegie Hall in New York City under the direction of Maestro John Rutter in June 2014 and a Musical Pilgrimage to Rome and the Vatican in November 2016.

In Rome, they sang in St. Peter's Basilica for Pope Francis together with the Sistine Chapel Choir at both the Papal Consistory for the elevation of seventeen new Cardinals and the Papal Mass on Christ the King, marking the closing of the Holy Year of Mercy.  The choir also sang at a special Mass at the church of St. Bartholomew on the Tiber Island in Rome, which holds the relics of St. Bartholomew the Apostle. Forty six pilgrims formed our parish group, of which twenty nine were singers in the choir. The choir's pilgrimage through the Holy Doors at St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican is recorded here.

The Brass Choir ministers on important church feast days, such as Christmas, Easter, and Christ the King. They will typically join the St. Bartholomew Choir or a quartet of cantors. 

This ensemble has also performed at special events, such as the Concert Series.
 
This ensemble is open to trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba players from our parish who possess intermediate and advanced musical skills.

PRACTICE: (seasonal)

The Shalom Choir ministers at the 1:00 pm Spanish Mass every other Sunday (alternating with Nueva Vida).

Full of enthusiasm and musical talent, Shalom has been very active not only in our church, but also locally and regionally, providing quality music for events hosted by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

They have also participated in the parish's Concert Series and have collaborated with guest musician, Pedro Rubalcava, from Oregon Catholic Press (OCP). The style of the group is Contemporary Christian music in Spanish.

This ensemble is open to anyone who can sing in Spanish or play an instrument.

Nueva Vida ministers at the 1:00 pm Spanish Mass every other Sunday (alternating with Shalom).

The members of this choir sing in a more traditional style of music, but are open to more modern influences as well.

Open to anyone who can sing in Spanish or play an instrument.

CONTACT:
Nydia Spencer or Dr. Bogdan Minut

The youth ensemble of our parish represents a creative way for any junior high and high school student to serve our church and God through music.

Stained Glass follows the principles that we all are unique colors of God and that to sing is to pray twice. This is a youth-led ministry. The style of the ensemble is Contemporary Christian music with a little rockin' kick.

Open to all St. Bartholomew youth in grades 7-12 who can serve as vocalists and musicians. Stained Glass will empower kids to work together, regulary take care of all the preparation, education, and performance aspects of a youth liturgical music program.  Parents' guidance and involvement are welcome. 

The group serves at Mass twice a month.

PRACTICE: 4:30 pm on most Sundays

CONTACTS:
Kim Tyler at: [email protected] or Dr. Bogdan Minut at: [email protected] or (812)-379-9353 ext 1237

This choir’s Mission is to teach parish children the language of music and artistic expression within the context of the Catholic Christian community of faith.
 
From August to May, the Children's Choir practices weekly and serves once or twice per month at Masses and special events, such as the Children’s Christmas Mass, First Communion Masses, and the Concert Series. Our young singers come to choir ready to share their vocal talents in the mission of spreading the word of God. Given the function of this ensemble, learning the sacred music repertoire is a priority.
 
Membership is open (non-auditioned) to boys and girls of our parish in grades third through eighth. Our young choristers learn about proper singing techniques, vocal care, reading music, and fresh repertoire appropriate to this age range.

Parents are instrumental for the success of our Children’s Choir program. We rely on parents of choir members to encourage their children’s participation in our choir’s activities, as well as to provide snacks and supervision. Parents sign-up for dates when they get actively involved with the choir.

PRACTICE: Thursdays, 3:00-4:20 pm

The music ensembles (school bands) from Saint Bartholomew School serve at most school Masses on Thursday mornings, some weekend Masses, and on special occasions.

Their practice is integrated in the school schedule and membership is restricted to our school students, grades 6 - 8.

Contact: Anne Owens, St. Bartholomew School music teacher