Our music program is rich and varied,
offering opportunities for all ages and abilities to participate with the
goal of providing music for a worship that reflects the whole Body of Christ in
our midst. Many soloists (vocal and
instrumental) are found in our congregation, and we are blessed to use their
gifts in worship from time to time.
Organ: Our organ is a 1938 build 45
rank (with cathedral chimes), 3 manual Henry Pilcher’s Son’s pipe organ.
The instrument was fully restored in 2009 and is very well maintained.
Piano:
We also play a wonderful historic Mason & Hamlin grand piano
and a more modern K. Kawaii (built for Japanese market) grand piano.
Hand Bell Ensemble: Our English Hand Bell ensemble is 3 octaves
plus chimes.
Music Ensembles:
Adult Chancel Choir (open to Senior High through adult) consists of
approximately 16-20 members. Rehearsal is
7:30 pm every Wednesday (September through May), and each Sunday morning
at 10:15 am June through August. Anthems and choral responses range from classical to contemporary
and encompass many styles. The Choir sings each Sunday during worship,
year round.
Melodious Ringers English Hand Bell Choir meets at 6:30 each Wednesday from September through May. This
3-octave plus chimes ensemble is open to anyone interested in playing - with
opportunities for musical novices as well as experienced ringers, youth
and adults. This ensemble performs approximately 6 times per school year
in worship.
Children’s Choir is open to all
children, ages pre-K through elementary school. The Children’s choir is a
great opportunity to use music to reinforce the basic tenants of our faith
through song, and to allow young worshipers the opportunity to experience
guided worship as a way of teaching our worship traditions to the next
generation. This ensemble performs in worship as they are able,
usually several times per school year.
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