precentor

A precentor is a person, usually ordained, who is in charge of preparing worship services. This position is usually held in a large church. Most cathedrals have a precentor in charge of the organisation of liturgy and worship.

The title Precentor means first singer and the role of the Canon Precentor is to hold responsibility for the Cathedrals worship, music, and for the way in which the Cathedral seeks to build up its communities in faith, knowledge and understanding.

On this page you'll find 7 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to precentor, such as: chanter, hazan, leader, singer, soloist, and vocalist.

The better precentors were sometimes ordained as deacons or priests, particularly during the period when theological training was lax. In the 18th century these priests were known as 'little precentors' (diachky) in Galicia.

Duties of the secretary include but are not limited to: Maintains all records of rehearsals, attendance, invitations, agendas, minutes and any other documents for the ministry. Is responsible for all administrative duties of the choir including writing letters, checking e-mail, making necessary phone calls, etc.

In many cathedrals of the Church of England and the Church of Ireland, the precentor was traditionally a residentiary canon or prebendary, and was often assisted by a succentor, particularly in the daily task of leading choral singing.

The Reverend Mark Birch has been a Minor Canon at Westminster Abbey since January 2015. As Precentor he is responsible to the Dean of Westminster for the daily worshipping life of the Abbey, and for designing and planning many of the special services which characterise its unique life.

Synonyms of name

• moniker.
• title.
• nickname.
• nomenclature.
• surname.
• pseudonym.
• designation.
• appellation.

Antonyms: impreciseness, imprecision. the quality of lacking precision. type of: exactitude, exactness.

precentor. / (prɪˈsɛntə) / noun. a cleric who directs the choral services in a cathedral. a person who leads a congregation or choir in the sung parts of church services.

Presbytera (Greek: πρεσβυτέρα, pronounced presvytéra) is a Greek title of honor that is used to refer to a priest's wife. It is derived from presbyteros - the Greek word for priest (literally, "elder").

The Music Secretary/Music Admissions Coordinator position is responsible for providing secretarial support and music admissions coordinating for the Music Department.