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August 17, 2020
Katherine (Katie) Schmitz, D.M.A. is an organist, vocalist, and conductor who, after a nine-year stint in the Midwest, is excited to return to the Lone Star State. Originally from Sugar Land, TX, she has previously served as the Director of Music at Christ the King Catholic Church in Kansas City, MO.
At Christ the King, Katherine served as the principal organist and directed two parish choirs. In addition to her church job, Katherine was the artistic director for two Kansas City-based choral ensembles, the Lux Mundi Schola Cantorum and the Sursum Corda Polyphonic Ensemble.
Outside of her various musical jobs, Katherine enjoys being a wife to Erich and fulfilling the distinguished title of “Mommy” bestowed upon her by their 3-year-old son, Benedict. Her hobbies and interests include all things Gregorian chant and perfecting the art of gluten-free baking. Her husband, Erich, is finishing his PhD in Physics from the University of Kansas.
Katherine holds a Doctorate in Church Music from the University of Kansas earned in 2017. Previous degrees include a Master of Sacred Music with organ emphasis from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Music in organ performance from Trinity University in San Antonio, TX. Former teachers include James Higdon, Michael Bauer, Craig Cramer, Delbert Disselhorst, and David Heller. Katherine is looking forward to serving the parish community at St. Philip the Apostle as Director of Music and Organist!