Press Kit

About Dr. Carly McIlvaine-York

Dr. Carly York is a professional Catholic cantor in the Diocese of Trenton, a music educator, and arts manager. She has been featured on SiriusXM’s Sounds from the Spires with Dr. Jennifer Pasqual, and has performed with the National Chorale at Lincoln Center. Through her recordings and her faith-based online communities at RenewAndTransform.com and TheCatholicCantor.com, she brings sacred music and prayerful biblical reflections to those seeking peace and deeper spirituality in today’s busy world.

Carly earned her Masters of Arts Degree in Liturgical Music from the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, with a focus on Choral Conducting. She went on to earn a second Masters in Music Degree in Voice Performance & Pedagogy from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. As a lifelong learner and educator, Carly continued on to earn her Doctorate of Education Degree from Seton Hall University. Currently, she is on staff as the Principal Cantor at the Parish of St. Mary in Colts Neck, NJ. Dr. York is also the Manager of Education & Operations for the American Classical Orchestra in New York City. 

Album cover featuring Milan Cathedral, text "Deus Ibi Est," artist Carly York, release April 2025. Songs and musicians listed.

Album Details

Deuse Ibi Est presents five best-loved chant hymns, which inspire Christians in both their private prayers and public liturgies. Click below for song list and links.

Carly York wearing hoop earrings, smiling, wearing a black top.

Photos

Click the Box below for downloadable photos of Carly.

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Promotional image for The Catholic Cantor with musicians, songs, and recording details. Includes performer Carly York's photo and website link.

Inspiration

Why release a Gregorian Chant album as solo female artist?

Click below to read Carly’s Artist statement and album inspiration.

Suggested Article Topics for Press:

“Gregorian Chant for Modern Catholics”: Practical ways busy individuals can integrate chant into daily prayer practices.

“Empowering Midlife Women Through Chant”: How ancient chants offer solace and renewal through life’s transitions. Chant, coupled with prayer, can give women courage to step into a new season in life with knowledge of their innate value as daughters of the God.

“From Global Music Educator to Catholic Cantor”: Carly’s personal journey of faith, Catholic conversion, music, and education.