Dear Clergy, Choir Directors, Organists, and Singers,
Time is running out to join the Diocesan Choir for the Consecration of the Rev. Dr. Adam J. Shoemaker as the Ninth Bishop of Long Island on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
We have had a tremendous response from across the diocese—so much so that our Soprano and Alto sections only have limited capacity remaining and will close soon. However, to ensure a balanced and robust choir for this historic liturgy, we are making a final push for voices in our lower sections. We are still in need of tenors and basses, and we have extended the registration deadline for these parts until Wednesday, August 12.
To register as a singer, please complete this form:
Diocesan Choir Registration Form
As a reminder, Singers are required to attend at least two of the three preliminary rehearsals held at the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City.
- Friday, September 4, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 9, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 12, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
All singers must attend the mandatory dress rehearsal at the Tilles Center on Friday, September 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
On the day of the Consecration, Saturday, September 19, the service will begin at 10:00 a.m., with an anticipated choir call time between 8:45 and 9:00 a.m.
Music for the liturgy will be distributed electronically in PDF format ahead of the first rehearsal, and singers are welcome to use printed scores or tablets (such as iPads) during rehearsals and the service.
Please do not wait—help us spread the word to every Tenor and Bass in your congregation today so we can fill these final remaining seats by Friday!
We look forward to making inspiring music with you all.
Warm Regards,
Martin Green
Canon Musician, Cathedral of the Incarnation
Quincy Dover
Director of Music, St. Philip's, Bedford-Stuyvesan
ORIGINAL POST FROM JULY 8, 2026
Dear Clergy, Choir Directors, Organists, and Singers,
As Canon Musician and Director of Music at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, I have the great privilege of coordinating the music for the Consecration of the Rev. Dr. Adam J. Shoemaker as the Ninth Bishop of Long Island on Saturday, September 19, 2026. I am delighted to be collaborating with Quincy Dover, Director of Music at St. Philip's, Bedford-Stuyvesant, and David Preston, Associate Director of Music at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, as we prepare the music for this joyful and historic celebration.
We invite singers from across the Diocese of Long Island to come together as a diocesan choir to help lead the worship for this significant occasion.
Please note: This invitation is specifically for those who wish to sing in the diocesan choir. Information about general event registration, hotel accommodations, and other attendee details will be shared with the diocese in a separate communication from the Bishop's Office later this week.
Clergy are warmly invited to participate in this liturgy either by joining the diocesan choir or by vesting and processing with other clergy. More detailed information about clergy participation, vesting, and procession, will be distributed separately.
We encourage clergy, choir directors, organists, and parish leaders to share this invitation with members of their choirs and anyone in their congregations who may be interested in singing for this special occasion.
Join the Diocesan Choir
We are seeking singers from every corner of our diocese to lend their voices in celebration as we welcome our Ninth Bishop. Whether you sing regularly in your parish choir or simply enjoy sharing your gifts in worship, we hope you will consider being part of this memorable day.
To register as a singer, please complete this form:
Diocesan Choir Registration Form
Registration for the choir closes on August 1.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be held at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City, conveniently located one block from the Garden City Long Island Rail Road station.
Singers are asked to attend at least two of the following three rehearsals:
- Friday, September 4 | 7:00–9:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 9 | 7:00–9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 12 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A mandatory rehearsal will take place at the Tilles Center on:
- Friday, September 18 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
The Consecration begins at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 19. Choir members should anticipate a call time of approximately 8:45–9:00 a.m. (final details TBD).
Music
Music will be distributed electronically in PDF format prior to the first rehearsal. Singers are welcome to use either printed scores or an iPad or other tablet during rehearsals and the service.
You will hear more from us soon after registration is complete.
Quincy, David, and I are all very much looking forward to working together with you all in preparing inspiring choral music for this event!
Martin Green
Canon Musician
Cathedral of the Incarnation