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.
Latest News
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Alum appointed director of music at Miami's Trinity Cathedral
Alexander Straus-Fausto M.M. ’24 will lead one of South Florida’s premier liturgical music programs and help preserve its historic Skinner organ.
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Exploring contemporary praise and worship music at Nashville conference
Faculty, alumni, and students gathered at Belmont University in July for a conference exploring contemporary praise and worship music.
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Judith Dupré featured in Yale’s "Women Living the Questions" podcast
The ISM alumna reflects on vocation, creativity, and her remarkable journey from painter and architect to bestselling writer and historian.
About the ISM
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About the ISM
Explore the history and mission of the ISM and what makes us so unique.
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Academic Life
ISM students and fellows are immersed in a vibrant interdisciplinary environment that fosters a collaborative learning experience.
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Admissions
Apply to be a student at the ISM through either Yale School of Music or Yale Divinity School.
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Choirs
Learn about our choral ensembles that perform sacred choral music in New Haven and around the globe.
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Fellowships
Discover long- and short-term fellowship opportunities at the ISM.
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Initiatives
Explore the diverse initiatives in which the ISM is engaged.
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Multimedia Recordings
View multimedia recordings of past musical performances and lectures.
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People
Meet our vibrant community of approximately 120 students, faculty, fellows, and staff.
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Publications
View past and current publications, including annual reports, newsletters, and online journals.
