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The Friends of Music at St. Catherine’s present the annual Concert Series, free and open-to-the-public
concerts featuring nationally and internationally recognized performers. The programs are presented in
St. Catherine’s sanctuary which is highly regarded for its acoustics and design. A favorite component of
the Concert Series is introductory and anecdotal comments by the artists on their selected works.
Following each performance is a reception with opportunity for audience members to meet the artists.
Many events are also viewable as live-streamed on the church’s Facebook page.
The “Friends of Music” are the generous contributors who make our distinguished Concert Series
possible. Donations in any amount are welcome.
The Friends of Music at St. Catherine’s present the annual Concert Series, free and open-to-the-publicconcerts featuring nationally and internationally recognized performers.
The programs are presented in St. Catherine’s sanctuary which is highly regarded for its acoustics and design. A favorite component ofthe Concert Series is introductory and anecdotal comments by the artists on their selected works.Following each performance is a reception with opportunity for audience members to meet the artists.Many events are also viewable as live-streamed on the church’s Facebook page.The “Friends of Music” are the generous contributors who make our distinguished Concert Series possible. Donations in any amount are welcome.
2025-2026: Fourteenth Annual Concert Series
Sunday, October 19, 2025, 3:00 pm
Tim Miller, tenor
A native of Augusta, Georgia, tenor Timothy Miller is an active performer with both national and international credits in opera, concerts and much more. Widely recognized for his stirring renditions of “God Bless America” during the seventh inning stretch of Atlanta Braves home games, Miller has extended his exposure well beyond the concert stage. Featured artist promos for Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim, and featured artist profiles for magazines including The Atlantan round out a growing list of memorable career highlights. In addition to a busy performance schedule, Mr. Miller is an Assistant Professor of Voice and Music at Morehouse College and serves on the board of the Meridian Herald.
A native of Augusta, Georgia, tenor Timothy Miller is an active performer with both national and international credits in opera, concerts and much more. Widely recognized for his stirring renditions of “God Bless
America” during the seventh inning stretch of Atlanta Braves home games, Miller has extended his exposure well beyond the concert stage. Featured artist promos for Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim, and featured artist profiles for magazines including The Atlantan round out a growing list of memorable career highlights. In addition to a busy performance schedule, Mr. Miller is an Assistant Professor of Voice and Music at Morehouse College and serves on the board of the Meridian Herald.
Sunday, January 11, 2026, 3:00 pm
Catherine Lan/Duo Arpeggione
"Simplicity and Turbulence"
Pianist Catherine Lan and cellist Claudio Jaffe, both internationally acclaimed artists, perform as Duo Arpeggione and bring music to life with power, expression, virtuosity, and flawless ensemble. This recital of pieces by Bach, a work by an American from Boston, and an Italian dance written by a famous Hungarian cellist, will include insightful commentary on the composers and their work. Both artists bring extensive life-long performance experience at an international level. Dr. Jaffe teaches at Palm Beach Atlantic University, in addition to being conductor of the Florida Youth Orchestra. He is principal cellist of the Palm Beach Symphony and Florida Grand Opera, as well as cellist with the Delray String Quartet. Dr. Lan serves on the faculty at Broward College and is Director of Chamber Music at South Florida Symphony. She is a founding member of additional ensembles including Duo Beaux Arts, Duo Formosa and more.
Pianist Catherine Lan and cellist Claudio Jaffe, both internationally acclaimed artists, perform as Duo Arpeggione and bring music to life with power, expression, virtuosity, and flawless ensemble. This
recital of pieces by Bach, a work by an American from Boston, and an Italian dance written by a famous Hungarian cellist, will include insightful commentary on the composers and their work. Both artists bring extensive life-long performance experience at an international level. Dr. Jaffe teaches at Palm Beach Atlantic University, in addition to being conductor of the Florida Youth Orchestra. He is principal cellist of the Palm Beach Symphony and Florida Grand Opera, as well as cellist with the Delray String Quartet. Dr. Lan serves on the faculty at Broward College and is Director of Chamber Music at South Florida Symphony. She is a founding member of additional ensembles including Duo Beaux Arts, Duo Formosa and more.
a repertoire spanning the breadth of choral literature, from early music and time honored classics to new works, their performances represent a diversity of musical styles and cultural backgrounds. St. Catherine’s is proud to host Coro Vocati as an ensemble in residence for rehearsals and performances in our facility.
Sunday, May 3, 2026, 3:00 pm
Coro Vocati
“Dirt Roads and Footpaths”
Some roads are simple stretches of earth; some paths have been walked for centuries. “Dirt Roads and Footpaths” will take inspiration from both. The music of this concert will mirror these travels of the heart and mind. John Corigliano’s setting of Dylan Thomas’ “Fern Hill” captures the fleeting wonder of youth and memory, while other works illuminate the landscapes, challenges, and joys of the human journey. Coro Vocati has established itself as one of the premier professional choral ensembles in the southeast, featuring some of the region’s most talented vocalists in polished performances celebrating unique and intriguing programming. With
Some roads are simple stretches of earth; some paths have been walked for centuries. “Dirt Roads and Footpaths” will take inspiration from both. The music of this concert will mirror these travels of the heart and mind. John Corigliano’s setting of Dylan Thomas’ “Fern Hill” captures the fleeting wonder of youth and memory, while other works illuminate the landscapes, challenges, and joys of the human journey. Coro Vocati has established itself as one of the premier professional choral ensembles in the southeast, featuring some of the region’s most talented vocalists in polished performances celebrating unique and intriguing programming. With a repertoire spanning the breadth of choral literature, from early music and time honored classics to new works, their performances represent a diversity of musical styles and cultural backgrounds. St. Catherine’s is proud to host Coro Vocati as an ensemble in residence for rehearsals and performances in our facility.