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Walter Tambor

Mundus

Contemporary and World Music

Openings for all voice parts

Mundus is the Contemporary & World Music Ensemble at The Basilica of Saint Mary. The ensemble leads the 11:30am Mass twice a month from September through May, sharing sacred music of the Americas, Africa, and Asia with the mission of bringing music of the World Church to the Local Church.

A simple 15-minute voice check is required for placement in the ensemble.
Please contact Walter Tambor, 612.317.3507.

 

Mundus Ministry Requirements:

  • A maximum of 4 absences (Sunday or Tuesday) in any given season
  • Fall Season - September thru January, Winter Season - February thru June
  • Mundus sings for 11:30am Sunday Eucharist with a 10:15am call time
  • Rehearsals on Tuesday evenings, 7:00–9:00pm 
  • Rehearsals begin after Labor Day and continue through late May.
  • Mundus sings the 5:30pm Christmas Eve Mass.
  • Holy Week includes the 7:00pm Holy Thursday liturgy.
  • Mundus sings the Easter Sunday 4:30pm Mass.

Upcoming Events

Icon Mary Theotokos
Nov 22
2019
Rachmaninoff All-Night Vigil
Friday
at
8:00 PM
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Icon Festival, the Cathedral Choir will join with our sisters and brothers of the Orthodox Church to sing Rachmaninoff’s iconic All-Night Vigil.Concerts...
The Minnesota Sinfonia performs at the Basilica
Nov 23
2019
Minnesota Sinfonia Concert
Saturday
at
2:00 PM
A mix of holiday favorites. Family friendly concert, free an open to all. 
Mary Icon with child
Nov 23
2019
Rachmaninoff All-Night Vigil
Saturday
at
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Icon Festival, the Cathedral Choir will join with our sisters and brothers of the Orthodox Church to sing Rachmaninoff’s iconic All-Night Vigil.Concerts...
Dec 7
2019
College of Saint Benedict & Saint John's University Concert
Saturday
at
8:00 PM
Celebrating the SeasonThe annual concert tradition continues for another inspiring year of sacred music for the season!The ensembles, individually and in various combinations, will...
Dec 13
2019
National Lutheran Choir
Friday
at
4:30 PM
National Lutheran Choir Christmas Festival: GloriaThis cherished annual event creates a holy experience for audiences and memories that last a lifetime. Families, groups of friends, and those seeking...
Dec 13
2019
National Lutheran Choir
Friday
at
8:00 PM
National Lutheran Choir Christmas Festival: GloriaThis cherished annual event creates a holy experience for audiences and memories that last a lifetime. Families, groups of friends, and those seeking...
Dec 14
2019
National Lutheran Choir
Saturday
at
1:30 PM
National Lutheran Choir Christmas Festival: GloriaThis cherished annual event creates a holy experience for audiences and memories that last a lifetime. Families, groups of friends, and those seeking...
Dec 14
2019
National Lutheran Choir
Saturday
at
8:00 PM
National Lutheran Choir Christmas Festival: GloriaThis cherished annual event creates a holy experience for audiences and memories that last a lifetime. Families, groups of friends, and those seeking...
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
Dec 19
2019
Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Thursday
at
7:30 PM
Messiah Christmas ConcertThe Saint Paul Chamber OrchestraCelebrate the season with one of...
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
Dec 20
2019
Messiah Concert Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Friday
at
8:00 PM
Messiah Christmas Concert8:00pm Concert Co-presented by The Basilica of Saint Mary and The Saint Paul Chamber OrchestraCelebrate the season with one of classical music’s most cherished works...