Fine Arts - Adult Choirs
Chancel Choir
Rehearsal time: Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Open to ALL interested in singing to the glory of God.
Chancel Choir is the core choir at First Presbyterian Church. The Chancel Choir sings nearly every Sunday during the 10:30 worship service. This ensemble also presents concerts and often sings at special services such as the Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols, Maundy Thursday, and other significant occasions in the life of the church.
"Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs; Sing to God with thanksgiving in your hearts."
Colossians 3:16
Jubilation
Rehearsal time: Wednesday at 6:40 p.m. (Jubilation is excused from attendance once a month when Chapel Ensemble rehearses during this time.) Open to ALL interested in singing to the glory of God.
Jubilation specializes in singing sacred music from a variety of genres including Gospel, Contemporary Christian, Spirituals, and lighter church anthems. Jubilation provides musical leadership for many of our 8:15 Sunday morning services. Committed to evangelism, Jubilation enjoys performing for community service organizations and other venues “where two or more are gathered in His name.
"Speak to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs; sing hymns and make melody to the Lord with praise in your hearts."
Ephesians 5:19
Chapel Ensemble
Rehearsal time: Wednesday at 6:40 p.m. (once monthly) Auditioned choir.
Great sacred choral music from the Western Art tradition provides the literature for the Chapel Ensemble. The ensemble sings during some morning worship services and at occasional services throughout the liturgical year. As the only auditioned adult choir at First Presbyterian Church, Chapel Ensemble also performs to the glory of God for a variety of special occasions in the church and community. Chapel Ensemble members also participate in Chancel Choir.
"Sing to God, sing praises to His name; prepare the way for Him who rides on the clouds. His name is the Lord --be glad in His presence!"
Psalms 68
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