| Cantor
Program
The cantor
serves as leader of the community’s song within liturgy
approximately once every other week, preparing and singing music
which expresses the texts of scripture and prayer. The cantors
meet for two hours once each month, as well as engaging in individual
practice and vocal coaching. This is open to all experienced singers.
Choir (Adults
and Teens)
Singers of all ages and musical abilities
are welcome to join; no auditions are necessary and you are not
required to read music. The Choir offers a unique support and
embellishment to the song of the community, most often at the
9:30 Sunday Masses. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Junior
Choir
All children with reading ability are
welcome to join in this fun ministry, which provides leadership
in liturgical song at various times of the year. You are not required
to read music. The emphasis is on singing with spirit and understanding.
We rehearse on Tuesdays from 5:00-5:40 p.m.
Contemporary
Ensemble
Provides musical leadership at the 11:30
Sunday Mass and other liturgies. Any singer, instrumentalist or
percussionist is welcome to join this group which practices on
Sundays before and after the 11:30 a.m. Mass, as well as at other
mutually-agreed upon times.
Adult Handbells
The ringing of handbells is a rhythmic,
even athletic, activity which accompanies the assembly’s
song by interpreting musical themes in a unique way, either through stand-alone pieces or accompaniment. Rehearsals
are for one hour on Mondays after the 7:00 p.m. Mass.
Teen Handbells
This group of middle school and high school students enriches the music of our liturgy through the ringing and special effects of handbells, playing for a variety of Masses throughout the year. This is an excellent way for non-singers to participate in the music program while building community with their peers. Practice is on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Junior
Handbells
Open to every child of grade school age
on up who is able to reach and ring the bells appropriately (needs
a certain height and strength). A superb opportunity to be part
of the musical leadership, while learning rhythm patterns. Rehearses
on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:30 p.m. and plays periodically throughout
the year, with special emphasis on the Christmas and Easter seasons.
Resurrection
Choir
Assist during Funeral liturgies to provide
music ministry support. All who are available during the day are
welcome. Meet twice a year for practice and fellowship, and then
rehearse 1/2 hour before funerals.
Instrumentalist
or Accompanist
Persons of any age who play an instrument
can contribute to the leadership of music. Individual rehearsals
and opportunities to play are fitted to your schedule. We particularly
rely on volunteers during the Christmas and Easter seasons.
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