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Music, Worship, and the Arts

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Welcome to the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, a premier center for the interdisciplinary study of sacred music, worship, and the arts. Partnering with the Yale School of Music and Yale Divinity School, as well as other academic and professional units at Yale, the ISM prepares its students for careers in church music and other sacred music, pastoral ministry, performance, and scholarship.

  • About the ISM

    Explore the history and mission of the ISM and what makes us so unique. 

  • Academic Life

    ISM students and fellows are immersed in a vibrant interdisciplinary environment that fosters a collaborative learning experience.

  • Admissions

    Apply to be a student at the ISM through either Yale School of Music or Yale Divinity School. 

  • Choirs

    Learn about our choral ensembles that perform sacred choral music in New Haven and around the globe.

  • Fellowships

    Discover long- and short-term fellowship opportunities at the ISM.

  • Initiatives

    Explore the diverse initiatives in which the ISM is engaged. 

  • Multimedia Recordings

    View multimedia recordings of past musical performances and lectures. 

  • People

    Meet our vibrant community of approximately 120 students, faculty, fellows, and staff.

  • Publications

    View past and current publications, including annual reports, newsletters, and online journals.

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