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Catholic Sacred Music for Weddings and Funerals in Singapore
A song of praise at the beginning, a hymn of thanksgiving by the end.
Cantico provides sacred music for Catholic weddings and Funeral Masses in Singapore, from a solo cantor to a full choir. We are church musicians who sing regularly in parish liturgy.
- Church musicians who sing in parish liturgy
- Published contributions
- A reply within three days
Planning a wedding
A cantor, an accompanist, a small ensemble or a full choir for your wedding Mass or Liturgy of the Word. We’ll help you work out what your parish needs and what suits your day, and we’ll look after the details with your parish.
Arranging a funeral
A cantor, or a cantor with an accompanist, for a Funeral Mass or wake service. Message us and we’ll tell you quickly whether we can be there. There is never an extra charge for short notice.
Not sure what you need
Tell us about the occasion and we’ll recommend an arrangement, including the smallest one that will serve it well. You don’t need to know anything about music to get this right.
Hear us
Every booking is prepared for its liturgy. Here is our wedding choir singing the Holy, Holy in an arrangement written for Auggie and Pearl’s wedding, and a cantor leading the Responsorial Psalm at Sunday Mass.
Holy, Holy, Holy
Responsorial Psalm
What we provide
We sing in five arrangements, from one musician leading the congregation to a full choir of eight or more. Every one of them will lead your guests well and serve the liturgy properly. The difference is in the sound, the size of the celebration and how much notice you have.
| Arrangement | Size | Contribution | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantor with accompaniment (one person singing and playing) | 1 | $150 to $250 | 1 month |
| Cantor and accompanist | 2 to 3 | $135 to $220 per pax | 1 month |
| Accompanist and SATB ensemble Most chosen | 5 to 7 | $120 to $200 per pax | 2 months |
| Accompanist and choir | 8+ | $110 to $180 per pax | 3 months |
| Choir with additional musicians | 10+ | By arrangement | 3 months |
For funerals, we provide a cantor, or a cantor with an accompanist, with a separate and simpler set of contributions. See Catholic funeral music.
Every contribution covers rehearsal, music, transport and coordination with your parish, and there is nothing extra at the end. Contributions and what they cover.
Read more about our choirs, cantors and accompanists.
What you can count on
Planning music for a wedding or a funeral can feel daunting, especially if you’ve never done it before. Here is what we take care of, so you don’t have to.
- Guidance on the music. We’ll suggest music for each moment of the liturgy, explain why it fits, and learn any hymn that matters to you.
- Liaison with your parish. We work with your parish music coordinator on the music list, rehearsal times and any requirements, so everyone is on the same page.
- Proper preparation. Every booking gets its own rehearsal. Nothing is sung on the day that hasn’t been prepared for your celebration.
- Arriving early. We’re in the church ahead of time for a sound check and a word with the priest about cues, so the music is settled before you arrive.
- Clear answers. You’ll hear back within three days, you’ll know the contribution before you commit, and if we can’t do your date, we’ll say so quickly.
How booking works
- Send an enquiry Tell us the occasion, the date and time, and the parish. We usually reply within three days.
- We check availability We confirm whether we have the singers and musicians for your date, and tell you plainly either way.
- We plan the liturgy together Which parts are sung, the hymns you’d like, your parish’s requirements, and when we’ll rehearse.
- We confirm the arrangement The group, the music list and the contribution are agreed in writing, we email you an invoice, and we begin preparing.
About the musicians
Cantico is a group of Catholic church musicians in Singapore providing sacred music for weddings and Funeral Masses, from a solo cantor to a full choir. It was founded by Mark, a church choir member and catechist, and draws on singers and musicians who sing regularly in parish liturgy. Our singers and musicians serve alongside full-time work. That’s why our dates are limited and why we schedule rehearsals well ahead.
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Helpful reading
New to planning wedding music? Start here: six steps, in order, with the guide to read at each step.
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Music for a Mixed-Marriage Catholic Wedding in Singapore
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Questions people ask
What does Cantico provide?
Sacred music for Catholic weddings and funerals in Singapore. For weddings, a cantor, a cantor and accompanist, an SATB ensemble or a full choir. For funerals, a cantor, with or without an accompanist, for the Funeral Mass and the wake service.
How much does music for a Catholic wedding cost?
With Cantico, a cantor who sings and plays is $150 to $250. Groups are per singer or musician: an SATB ensemble is $120 to $200 per pax and a full choir $110 to $180 per pax. Each contribution covers rehearsal, transport, music and coordination, and we confirm the total before you commit.
How far ahead should we book?
We ask for one month's notice for a cantor, two months for an ensemble and three months for a full choir. The best time to ask is as soon as your date and parish are confirmed.
Can you help at short notice for a funeral?
Yes. Funerals are arranged within days, so message us on WhatsApp with the date, time and venue and we'll check straight away. There is never an extra charge for short notice.
We sing for Catholic liturgy only, not receptions or civil solemnisations.
Check our availability for your date
Tell us the occasion, the date and the parish, and we'll let you know whether we can be there. We usually reply within three days, and we'll gladly help you plan the music from there.
Check availability Or WhatsApp us
Free to ask. No obligation. You'll know the contribution before you commit.
Arranging a funeral? Message us on WhatsApp.