The men of the San Antonio Liederkranz are saddened by the sudden passing of our former singing brother, William (Bill) McGinnis. Bill was a valued member of our choir, and we are grateful for the time he shared with us in song and fellowship.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Dorothy, and the McGinnis family during this difficult time.
May he rest in peace.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Dorothy, and the McGinnis family during this difficult time.
May he rest in peace.
The San Antonio Liederkranz
Established July 11th, 1892
Our 133rd Year!
The San Antonio Liederkranz, a distinguished all-male (TTBB) choir, traces its roots back to 133 years ago when Fr. Henry Pfefferkorn founded it as the Men’s Choir of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in downtown San Antonio, Texas.
Primarily, the choir enriches the spiritual ambiance of St. Joseph's by performing at the 11:00 Mass every fourth Sunday, excluding July, August, and December—when their mesmerizing voices fill the sacred space of Midnight Mass. Beyond their church duties, they organize two pivotal fundraising concerts annually. The Spring/Summer Concert, typically held in June or July, features a repertoire of secular music. Similarly, the first or second Sunday of December marks their highly anticipated Christmas Concert, where they captivate audiences with a blend of English, German, and Latin Christmas carols.
The choir proudly holds membership in two prestigious Texas Sängerbunds: the Deutch-Texanisher Sängebund and the Texanischer Gebirgs Sängerbund. Both Bunds host a Sängerfest—one in the Spring and another in the Fall. Additionally, they are affiliated with the Nord-Amerikanischer Sängerbund, enhancing their network and exposure within the singing community.
Rehearsals are a cornerstone of their commitment, taking place every Monday night at 7:00 PM in the historic King William Neighborhood at St Joseph’s Hall, 420 Cesar Chavez/Durango. Welcoming aspiring singers aged 18 and above, with a passion for vocal excellence and camaraderie, the choir encourages individuals to audition any Monday evening. Their inclusive ethos aims to continually enrich their ranks with fresh talent.
The San Antonio Liederkranz, Inc, operates as a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization, embodying a commitment to artistic excellence, community engagement, and cultural preservation.
Primarily, the choir enriches the spiritual ambiance of St. Joseph's by performing at the 11:00 Mass every fourth Sunday, excluding July, August, and December—when their mesmerizing voices fill the sacred space of Midnight Mass. Beyond their church duties, they organize two pivotal fundraising concerts annually. The Spring/Summer Concert, typically held in June or July, features a repertoire of secular music. Similarly, the first or second Sunday of December marks their highly anticipated Christmas Concert, where they captivate audiences with a blend of English, German, and Latin Christmas carols.
The choir proudly holds membership in two prestigious Texas Sängerbunds: the Deutch-Texanisher Sängebund and the Texanischer Gebirgs Sängerbund. Both Bunds host a Sängerfest—one in the Spring and another in the Fall. Additionally, they are affiliated with the Nord-Amerikanischer Sängerbund, enhancing their network and exposure within the singing community.
Rehearsals are a cornerstone of their commitment, taking place every Monday night at 7:00 PM in the historic King William Neighborhood at St Joseph’s Hall, 420 Cesar Chavez/Durango. Welcoming aspiring singers aged 18 and above, with a passion for vocal excellence and camaraderie, the choir encourages individuals to audition any Monday evening. Their inclusive ethos aims to continually enrich their ranks with fresh talent.
The San Antonio Liederkranz, Inc, operates as a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization, embodying a commitment to artistic excellence, community engagement, and cultural preservation.
Thanks to the San Antonio Photo Imaging Center(SAPHOTO.COM) (founded by former member, Carl Schiele) which not only touched up this 120 year old photo but also provided us with a digital format for our web page
The San Antonio Liederkranz
125th Anniversary Concert
June 25 2017
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