The Church of the Magdalene is thrilled to be hosting the distinguished John Dominick during Masses on Saturday at 5 pm and on Sundays at 9 and 11 am. John will be singing and playing the organ/piano. Decades of experience have given him a deep understanding of sacred music traditions, leading him to redefine what church music can, and perhaps should, be.
Born and raised in Louisiana, John earned a degree in Vocal Performance from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, where he honed his vocal technique and pursued advanced studies in piano. His career in church music spans multiple parishes throughout the New York Archdiocese where he directed choirs, organized liturgical music, arranged compositions and created engaging worship experiences.
Aside from leaving a lasting impact in Catholic schools where he taught music, voice and piano while inspiring students to explore their talents, John’s expertise as a pianist and organist has made him a sought-after accompanist and cantor. He has contributed his talents as a guest musician at numerous venues throughout New York, demonstrating his adaptability across various musical styles and traditions. His dedication to sacred music is complemented by his ability to integrate classical techniques, making his contributions to worship both spiritually and artistically enriching.
John has also had an impressive career as an opera singer. He has performed iconic roles such as Wotan in Wagner’s Die Walküre, King Philip in Verdi’s Don Carlo, and the Four Villains in Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann. His operatic endeavors have taken him to prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, where he has been a featured soloist in works like Verdi’s Requiem, Mozart’s Mass in C Minor, and Handel’s Messiah. John’s operatic achievements have earned him recognition from the Licia Albanese Foundation, the Wagner Society of New York, and the Career Bridges Foundation.
A member of the American Guild of Musical Artists and the Federation of Catholic Teachers, John is committed to excellence in every facet of his work. Whether leading a choir, teaching a classroom or commanding the stage, John brings passion, skill, and an unwavering dedication to his craft. His lifelong mission is to inspire and uplift through the transformative power of music.
The Church of the Magdalene is a small country church, located in the beautiful hamlet of Pocantico Hills in Westchester County. Roads leading to the hamlet pass by rolling fields protected by stone walls. A handful of homes, large and small, a school, two churches, and a firehouse are located in the center of the village. Parishioners come from more than fifteen surrounding towns and villages. In 2024, our parish is celebrating its 130th anniversary of its founding. For more information, call 914 631-0529. www.churchofthemagdalene.org
