Join EMS Development Director, Betsy Brick and Dr. James Savage, former Music Director ​of St. James Cathedral in Seattle for a delightful and informative conversation about the choral music of Chanticleer, the history of the a cappella style of singing, and the dynamic voices and behind the scenes artistry that has made Chanticleer a household name in choral music today. There will be time at the end of the interview for Q&A, so please join the conversation!

About Dr. James Savage

​Dr. Savage attended the University of Oregon and later received his ​doctorate in music history at the University of Washington, along with a DMA in Choral Conducting. He is also a harpsichord instructor. Teaching music and art history has taken James to universities throughout the northwest and Germany.

Dr. Savage was raised a Baptist in Oregon, worked as a musician in Catholic, Anglican, and Lutheran churches, and was choir director at Magnolia Presbyterian Church when he was asked to rescue music at St. James ​Cathedral. He served as music director at St. James for over 30 years. After retiring, he was convinced by Father Paul Magnano, to volunteer his time forming a new choir at Christ Our Hope evening mass. He is currently, Choir of Hope, Men’s Schola Cantorum Director.

James has been described as a musician with a “magic touch” and “boundless creative energy.” He currently lives in Seattle and has a son, a daughter and two grandchildren.

Read more about Dr. James Savage:
Pastoral Musician of the Year
Goodbye to Jim Savage and Mel Butler: 56 years of making beautiful music
Serving Others: Choir of Hope