Kevin Benitez started in music ministry at a young age within the Diocese of Raleigh at St. Julia's Catholic Church in Siler City, NC. While there, Kevin’s family formed the group Yedidias. Kevin has studied music though grade school, high school, UNC Greensboro and now at Guilford Technical Community College pursuing a degree in Commercial Music. He has performed and coached young musicians. Kevin was accepted  to perform with one of three groups at PASIC (Percussive Arts Society International Convention.) While being an instrumentalist first and foremost, Kevin has continued to achieve in the world of vocal music. Despite the many commitments he has as a student, he has received multiple awards and scholarships from the NCMEA (North Carolina's Music Educators Association.), including a prestigious 4^th place in the state of North Carolina for classical vocals. 

Music is an essential element in the life of St. Anthony’s Parish. Because of this, we want to encourage participation from all people who feel called to give of their time and talents in the effort to enrich the worship experience at Masses and prayer services throughout the year. Vocalists and skilled instrumentalists comprise this ministry. Regular attendance at parish liturgies and rehearsals are crucial for each music minister’s tasks and a required commitment for all musicians.

If you have any questions about the music ministry, we encourage you to reach out to Kevin Benitez, Choir Director.

Parish Choir

The parish choir is the primary vocal ensemble at St. Anthony of Padua and performs weekly at the 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass (September through June), as well as special celebrations throughout the year. We invite all adult and teenage parishioners to participate; no previous experience is necessary. As a choir, we embrace a wide range of musical styles from chant to contemporary. Join us for our rehearsals on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

Family Mass Choir

The Family Mass Choir sings weekly at the 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass.  The instrumentation of this choir is piano and guitars. We embrace the Traditional Hymns, but also take selections from the Contemporary Catholic and Christian Composers of today. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at 8:15 p.m.

St. Anthony's Hispanic Children's Choir

Our Hispanic Children's Choir sings every third Sunday of the month at the 2:00 PM Sunday Mass. They rehearse 2 Fridays per month. 
 

Cantors

Our cantors lead the congregation in hymns and responses during weekend Masses and sometimes sing at funerals and weddings as well.  We couldn’t get by without the beautiful contribution of these faithful singers!

If you would like to join the cantor pool, please contact Kevin Benitez to get more information and set up a meeting and audition.