Music

Our graded music program is designed for children ages 3 through adult. Each choir meets for rehearsal once a week. Persons interested may call or email the church office.

Children's Music

Children's Choir

Membership is open to all 3 year olds through 5th grade. At this age, music is used to encourage a love of God. The children will learn simple musical symbols and terms (high/low, fast/slow, legato/staccato) through playing rhythm instruments, bells, games and singing. Children's music is held on Sunday afternoons from 12:15 - 12:45.

Children's Chime Choir

Membership is open to all 6 year olds through 5th grade. The children will learn chiming technique, how to read rhythms, and how to play as a group. This choir meets on Sunday afternoons from 12:45 - 1:15 in the sanctuary.

Adult Music

Chancel Choir

Membership is open to all senior high through adults. Repertoire for this choir includes hymns and choral music from the different periods of music history. Larger choral works are performed during the festival seasons of the year. The choir provides music for the 11:00 a.m. service each Sunday. Soloists and small ensembles from the Chancel Choir also provide vocal music at other services. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:15-8:45 in the choir room.

Contemporary Music

Praise Singers

Membership is open to all sixth through twelfth graders as well as adults. This group leads contemporary praise and worship music for the 9:00 contemporary worship service and special events throughout the year. They perform with the praise band. This group rehearses on Sunday nights from 4:30-6:00 in the fellowship hall.

Praise Band

This group leads praise and worship music for the 9:00 contemporary worship service and special services. Volunteers are encouraged to share their instrumental talents. This group rehearses on Sunday nights from 4:30-6:00 in the fellowship hall.

Instrumentals

Instrumentalists

Adults are encouraged to share instrumental skills in worship. The instrumental ensemble plays in worship several times a year. Persons interested in playing should contact Judy Bolt.

Youth and adults are also encouraged to share piano, organ, band, and orchestra instrumental solos in worship. Coaching assistance is available from the music staff; coordination with private teachers is encouraged.

Handbells

The Accidentals - Beginner Handbell Ensemble

Membership in this bell choir is open to senior high youth through adults. No experience is required to join this ensemble. This choir rehearses on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:00 in the sanctuary.

Playing in a handbell choir requires many musical skills. Regular attendance is crucial. Ringers are asked to be at each rehearsal and performance. The success of the group is determined by the dedication of all ringers.

Community Participation

Children, youth and adults from the community are invited to participate in the music ministry of our church. We welcome these guests. Persons interested are encouraged to contact the church office.

Adult Volunteers

Many people share their talents in ways other than singing or ringing. Adult volunteers are needed during Sunday worship and on weekdays. Music skills are not required for these positions. If you are interested, please call the church office at (919) 489-6557.

Kimberly Philpott - Director of Music Ministries

Fred Ibberson - Organist

Judy Bolt - Director of Instrumental Ensemble

Marianna Timmons - Beginner Adult Handbell and Children's Chime Director