Regular Ensembles
Adult Choir
The Adult Choir is a group of men and women who meet for rehearsal on Wednesdays from 6:15 - 8:00 PM. The Adult Choir prepares music of many styles and sings primarily on Sunday mornings about twice a month. There are some schedule adjustments during Advent and Lent. The goal is to praise God "skillfully" (Psalm 33:3) at our worship services and to enrich and build up our own faith life as we work together for common goals. The Adult Choir is directed by Michael Kesar.
Men's Choir
The Men's Choir meets on Saturday afternoons at 4:00 PM and other times once or twice a month, as announced. They specialize in singing the great hymns of the church in four-part harmony. The group also explores other styles. A high musical ability level is not required to join. The Men's Choir is directed by Michael Kesar.
Children's Choir
The Children's Choir is a vital link to a new generation. Kids in grades 2-8 are welcome to join. Rehearsals take place on selected Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 6:10 PM, just before Midweek classes. Various styles of music are featured as children learn more about making a joyful noise to the Lord and about the role and meaning of music in worship. The Children's Choir is directed by Michael Kesar.
Alleluia Club
This is a program for children ages 4-7. Christian songs, music games, and activities are featured. There is lots of fun and praise to God while a foundation is laid for future music learning. The activity is led by Vivian Kesar.
Bells of Praise Handbell Choir
This intergenerational group meets on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in the music room from September through May. The director is Joyce Gierke
Children's Handbells
Children in grades 3-8 get various opportunities to play handbells. Watch the bulletin and monthly newsletter for schedule.
Contemporary Worship Musicians
This group of singers and instrumentalists leads singing at our Contemporary Service and occasionally at other services. They meet from 6:00 - 7:15 PM on Monday nights. If you like to sing or play contemporary music, this is the group for you.
Orchestra
This group assembles about four or five times a year and plays hymns and instrumental selections for worship services. Ages range from high school through adults. Rehearsals are in afternoons or evnings, depending on the players' availability.
Special Ensembles
Vocal and instrumental ensembles are frequenly put together to create special music for worship services or special events. These include string groups, brass ensembles, and woodwind ensembles, as well as vocal solos or ensembles. If you would like to participate in this kind of music making, contact Michael Kesar.
In addition, children in our Sunday School and Preschool programs occasionally sing for special events, in worship services, and at their respective Christmas services.
