Music

Music is an integral part of the life of St Augustine’s.

Our Patron Saint brought Gregorian chant to England when he landed on the Kentish shores nearby, singing it on his way to Canterbury in AD 597: so began a musical tradition that would resonate through the annals of English history and the Western musical tradition.

From liturgical singing and concerts featuring some of the most accomplished choral performers to community outreach and group singing, we are proud to have a strong musical tradition.

With crucial support from the Friends of St Augustine, Henry Willis and Sons led a complete restoration of the organ in 2018, skilfully integrating a custom console, designed in the Gothic Revival style, into its new location in the Lady Chapel.

The provision of traditional Sacred Music at the Shrine of St Augustine is kindly sponsored by The Latin Mass Society (Charity number: 248388). 

Director of Music

Matthew Schellhorn is a British pianist who regularly appears at major venues and festivals; he has recorded numerous acclaimed albums, including two recently released Howells Piano Music volumes for Naxos.  Active also in the field of Sacred Music, he served as a Council Member of the FIUV from 2013 to 2015, playing a significant role in their General Assemblies and providing music for Populus Summorum Pontificum pilgrimages.  Having held the position of Director of Music for London at the Latin Mass Society (2015-2021), he recently moved to Kent with his wife and two young sons.  He is a member of the Faculty of Music at the University of Cambridge, and is presently conducting research in contemporary piano music at the Royal Academy of Music.

www.matthewschellhorn.com

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