Christ Church programmes an outreach education programme to complement its musical programme allowing primary schools, secondary schools, youth groups and music colleges access to education programmes with local and touring professional musicians.

The education programme at Christ Church Cathedral is supported by Waterford Youth Committee, Waterford City Council and the Arts Council.

If your school would like to be involved in Christ Church Cathedral's outreach programme please contact Lynn Cahill on 051 858 958.

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Workshop at the Cathedral

Christ Church also partners with Waterford Healing Arts Trust, Waterford Regional Hospital, to bring music to those who cannot access concerts at the cathedral.

St Fin Barre's Choir at Waterford Regional Hospital

MAY 2006

In May 2006 the 40 strong choral group, Quintessential Vocal Ensemble, hosted a workshop at the cathedral for 150  schoolchildren from Waterford's primary school choirs.  This was made possible by the Ireland Newfoundland Partnership.

NOVEMBER 2005

Kiernan Quartet
The Helsinki based Kiernan Quartet played a school's concert for Waterford city schools bringing classical music and instruments to children in a classroom setting.

ORGAN FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 2005

Primary School Workshops
Children from Waterford primary schools visited the cathedral for a tour and workshop on the organ. 
'It was a fantastic  experience.  The children were amazed and interested in the history of the church.  Of course the organ was a big hit with the young and not so young...a very worthwhile workshop!' Helper, Gaelscoil na nDeise.


Music Composition Workshops
Under the guidance of organist Cecelia Keogh young composers from De la Salle and St. Paul's colleges wrote pieces of music for organ that were premiered at the Organ Festival on Saturday 5th November.
'I really enjoyed it all and learned lots about the organ... I realised I can compose!' Student, De la Salle College.
 

Organ Masterclasses
Belgian organist Johan Hermans conducted masterclasses with organ students from around the country as part of this year's organ festival.
'It's great to get other opinions, play other organs and listen to renowned organists playing.' Antionetter Baker, Organist St. Peter's Bandon, masterclass attendee.

MAY 2005

Tall Ships 'Singing Day'
200 children from around the city came to the Cathedral for a choral workshop on a nautical theme, facilitated by the Association of Irish Choirs and conducted by John O'Brien.  Some teachers' feedback comments:

'Great to be part of a big group, doing different things and learning new techniques.  Conductor was excellent'.

'Great experience singing with other groups.  Conductor excellent.  The choral aspect was wonderful - two parts a new experience for many, an absolutely wonderful day'.

'It was a great opportunity to work with a composer and conductor'.

 APRIL 2005

Lyric FM Radio Workshops
Lyric FM provided radio production workshops to transition year students in ten schools across the city and county, allowing pupils the opportunity to create classical music programmes.