Catholic Wedding Musicians Denver | Nuptial Mass Music

Planning a Catholic wedding? We work directly with couples, clergy, and parish music directors to prepare music that is both liturgically correct and profoundly beautiful. Contact us early — we book several months in advance.

What We Provide

Vocal Ensemble

Schola of 4, octet of 8, or full choir of 16 professional singers for the Nuptial Mass or wedding ceremony. We cover all propers, ordinaries, and motets.

Gregorian chant propers & ordinaries
Renaissance polyphony (Palestrina, Victoria, Byrd)
Nuptial motets & sacred hymns
Traditional Latin or English repertoire

Cantor & Organist

A skilled cantor to lead congregational responses and an organist for processional, recessional, and Mass ordinary — individually or together.

Processional & recessional music
Congregational responses
Prelude music before Mass
Organ solo works between rites

Full-Service Planning

We help you choose music that fits the liturgical season, your parish's traditions, and the Church's norms — and coordinate with your priest and parish music director.

Music selection consultation
Coordination with celebrant & parish
Program preparation
One rehearsal included

Why Sacred Music Matters at a Catholic Wedding

The Second Vatican Council affirmed that sacred music is "a necessary or integral part of the solemn liturgy." Your wedding Mass is first and foremost a liturgy — and the music should reflect that dignity. Gregorian chant and sacred polyphony have served the Church's wedding rites for centuries, lifting the hearts of the faithful toward God and placing the sacrament of marriage within the great tradition of Catholic worship.

Gaudium Verum singers are trained in authentic liturgical practice. We don't perform at weddings — we pray at them.

Sample Wedding Repertoire

Processionals

Ecce sacerdos magnus (Gregorian chant)
Ubi caritas (Gregorian / Dumont)
Ave Maria (Josquin des Prez / Schubert)
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Bach)
Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke)

During the Liturgy

Missa De Angelis (Gregorian)
Missa O quam gloriosum (Victoria)
Sicut cervus (Palestrina)
O sacrum convivium (Tallis)
Panis angelicus (Franck)

Nuptial Motets

Ubi caritas (Gjeilo)
Cantate Domino (Pitoni)
Locus iste (Bruckner)
Ave verum corpus (Mozart)
O magnum mysterium (Victoria)

Recessionals

Toccata in D (Buxtehude)
Toccata from Symphony No. 5 (Widor)
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
Crown Imperial (Walton)
Custom requests welcome

This is a representative sample. We maintain an extensive library and welcome custom requests. All music is selected in consultation with your priest.

Pricing

Cantor Only

From $175

One cantor for ceremony. Includes one rehearsal and music coordination.

Cantor + Organist

From $375

Cantor and organist together. Full processional, recessional, and Mass ordinary coverage.

Choir / Schola

From $950

Schola of 4–8 singers plus director. Includes Gregorian propers, polyphonic ordinaries, and motets.

Pricing varies based on ensemble size, travel, and preparation. Reductions available for remote locations and financially limited circumstances. Contact us for a custom quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you sing at a wedding outside the Denver area?

Yes. We have sung at weddings throughout Colorado and are open to travel. Travel expenses are billed at cost. Contact us with your location and date for availability.

Do you sing at Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) weddings?

Absolutely. We are experienced with the Extraordinary Form (Traditional Latin Mass) and its proper Gregorian chant propers, ordinaries, and sequence. We work with clergy and couples to observe all the rubrics of the traditional nuptial Mass.

Can we request specific songs?

Yes, within the guidelines of the Roman Catholic liturgy. We help couples choose music that is both personally meaningful and liturgically appropriate. Music that is not sacred in character is not permitted during Mass but may be appropriate at a reception.

How far in advance should we book?

We recommend booking at least 3–6 months in advance, especially for spring and fall Saturdays. Reach out as soon as your date and venue are confirmed.

Do you work with the parish music director?

Yes. We are happy to collaborate with your parish's music director and always defer to the pastor's preferences for the liturgy. We bring our own music library but can also supplement or support an existing parish program.

Can you provide music for the wedding rehearsal?

One rehearsal is included in all wedding packages. Additional rehearsals can be arranged at the standard formation rate.

Ready to begin planning?

Tell us your date, location, and what you're hoping for. We'll respond within two business days.