Sacred Music 
Scott Turkington, Director of Sacred Music
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is excited to announce that, as of July 1, 2022, Scott Turkington has become the new Director of Sacred Music at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Scott studied music at the University of Minnesota, the Boston Conservatory of Music and The Catholic University of America. Today, he is an accomplished organ recitalist and lecturer. In recent years, he has been the organist and choirmaster for Holy Family Catholic Church in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Scott has many plans for the Shrine, beginning with building upon the work of previous directors, then exploring the Church’s treasury of sacred music, and ultimately expanding the Shrine’s choral, organ and congregational music liturgy.
Shrine Sacred Music Events
Organ Recital
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe invites you to an afternoon of sacred music with a free organ recital performed by Samuel Backman, one of the most compelling organists and composers of his generation. Known for his virtuosity, musical intelligence, and expressive artistry, Samuel Backman brings to the organ repertoire that spans centuries, from […]
Prism Concert “In Praise of Mary”
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe invites you to a truly unique and immersive musical experience with the Prism Concert, “In Praise of Mary.” This special concert celebrates the Blessed Virgin Mary through sacred music spanning many centuries of the Church’s rich musical tradition. Featuring choir, soloists, brass quintet, and organ, the Prism Concert […]
Youth Choir Camp 2026
June 22-26, 2026
Children ages 7-13 will study different elements of music in an engaging atmosphere and have the opportunity to sing for Mass. This five-day camp begins at 9:15 and concludes before the 12:15 Holy Mass, for which the young vocalists are invited to sing in the choir loft each day.
Christopher Ganza Organ Recital
More details to come!
High-School Choir Camp 2026
July 13-17, 2026
Children ages 13-17 will study different elements of music in an engaging atmosphere and have the opportunity to sing for Mass. This five-day camp begins at 9:15 and concludes before the 12:15 Holy Mass, for which the young vocalists are invited to sing in the choir loft each day.
Andrew Scanlon Organ Recital
Acclaimed organist Andrew Scanlon will perform a recital on the Shrine’s magnificent 50 rank Noack organ on Sunday July 26 at 3:00 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Scott Turkington Organ Recital
Join us Sunday, August 16 at 3:00 p.m. for an organ recital by Scott Turkington, Director of Sacred Music at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Experience sacred music performed on the Shrine’s magnificent 50 rank Noack pipe organ. All are welcome to this free recital.
Cathy Rodland Organ Recital
Join us Sunday, September 13 at 3:00 p.m. for an organ recital by Dr. Catherine Rodland, acclaimed concert artist and Artist in Residence at St. Olaf College, performing on the Shrine’s magnificent Noack pipe organ. Admission is free.
Summer Operetta Auditions
Operetta Casting Call: Counted as Mine
