Introducing the LSM Cantor

Chad Fothergill assumes new role of cantor at LSM

Cantor Chad Fothergill playing for a Sunday Eucharist at LSM

Chad Fothergill teaching a group of beginning organ students

For almost 40 years, LSM has seen generations of alumni align their musical gifts with careers and vocations in Church Music. As the sophistication and creativity of worship music at LSM continues to move and inspire so many, it is essential to have great and consistent leadership to guide its growth and reach. For this reason, we are thrilled to announce Chad Fothergill as the inaugural LSM Cantor. A remarkable organist, composer and educator, Chad is also a member-leader of church music communities nationwide, including the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians and the Institute for Liturgical Studies.

The LSM Cantor provides leadership and direction for the many musical components of worship life, the sacred music curriculum at LSM, and how LSM interacts with the wide world of Church musicians. This new year-round, permanent role also creates and oversees new opportunities for LSM students and current church musicians to interface and learn from one another, enriching the experience for all.

As an LSM alumnus himself, Chad's passion for this program has been amplified in his past two years on faculty, serving as Organ teacher and Chapel Choir Director. His dedication to the students at LSM brings immense joy and depth to their worship experience and we are incredibly fortunate to have him fill this important new role.