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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The ISM welcomes twenty-eight new students
This diverse cohort brings rich global perspectives and varied expertise to their studies in music, divinity, and religion.
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Dr. Jeffrey Allen Murdock launches the Yale Jubilee Chorale
The new auditioned student ensemble advances Yale’s commitment to the study, performance, and enduring legacy of Black sacred music.
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Reflections on the 2025-2026 season for the ISM's Religion, Ecology and Expressive Culture Initiative
Read how the events and exhibits of the last year have strengthened and expanded the ISM’s REEC initiative, now entering its fourth year.
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.
