Who We Are

CHORUS BREVIARII ~ SAN DIEGO is a Gregorian chant study and liturgical prayer group, inspired by the spirituality of St.Philip Neri, the great 16th century Italian saint who created the Oratory. Members of the group learn how to sing the traditional Divine Office in Gregorian chant and how to serve in solemn liturgies of the Roman Catholic Church, under the guidance of a trained professional Catholic musician and experienced liturgist. Through sung prayer, liturgical service, good works, and the joy of friendship, members aim to grow in charity and to foster Catholic identity. Since its beginnings in 2001, Chorus Breviarii has organized hundreds of public celebrations of Vespers and other hours of the traditional Divine Office, sung Masses in Gregorian chant both in the new and in the old rite, and spiritual concerts. The liturgical activity of the group is complemented and enriched by demonstrations of Catholic identity, works of mercy, and recreation. Members meet weekly for rehearsal, usually followed by sung Compline. All are welcome to rehearsal, but Catholic men are especially encouraged, since only they may assume a liturgical role in the sanctuary, according to the rubrics of the traditional Divine Office. Members not serving in the sanctuary still sing from the choir loft.