The
music and arts program of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church exists to glorify
God; providing avenues for people of all ages to enhance worship and
community life, learn and offer their talents back to God. Through this
program we reach out and minister to those both within and outside the
parish of St. Michael’s Church. Click here for Music
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St. Michael’s Choirs
Affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music in America (RSCM-A)
Children’s Choir Program and Schedule
St. Michael’s offers a wonderful opportunity for children to be involved in the RSCM training program entitled Voice for Life. In a time when music and the arts are being sacrificed in government budgets and school systems, it is especially important for the church to offer strong programs in music and the arts. Since music and art speak to the soul in unique and direct ways, it is especially logical and important for the church to see the support of these areas as part of its mission.
St. Michael’s children’s choir program offers the following to its participants:
*An opportunity to learn how to sing
*An opportunity to develop musical skills (music reading)
*An opportunity to learn a lot of great church music
*An opportunity to learn about worship and the church
*Christian fellowship and fun with peers
AND...
*A VOICE FOR LIFE
Monday Afternoon Schedule:
Senior Choristers is for Junior High and High School youth who have had choral experience.
Rehearsal time: 4:00 - 5:30
Wednesday Afternoon Schedule:
Angel Choir is for First and Second Grade children.
Rehearsal time: 4:00 - 4:45
Snack Time (Both Choirs): 4:45 - 5:00
St. Michael’s Singers is for Third through Eighth Grade children.
Rehearsal time: 5:00 - 6:15
Adult Choral Offerings
The Adult Choirs consist mainly of volunteers and, like the children’s choral program, follow the Voice for Life training scheme. The Gallery Choir benefits from the invaluable support of choral section leaders.
Gallery Choir
This group welcomes all interested adults High School age and up. This choir sings at the principal service of Holy Eucharist each Sunday from September through May. The Gallery Choir also sings for other services throughout the year such as Evensong for St. Michael and All Angels, Advent Lessons and Carols and Hymn Festivals. Rehearsals are each Thursday 7:30 - 9:15 PM.
Schola Cantorum
Schola Cantorum is an auditioned ensemble of singers focusing on choral music more appropriate for small ensembles, especially music of the Renaissance. Rehearsal times are to be determined by the group, but usually coincide with the Senior Choir schedule.
Agape Musicians Schedule
This group is for instrumentalists (flutists, guitarists, pianists, percussionists, etc.) who wish to share their gifts during worship services. Rehearsals are each Thursday, 6:45 - 7:15 PM.
Music and Arts Series
For this months events, please click on The Parish Link newsletter.
Contact Information:
For further information regarding the Music and Art offerings of St. Michael’s, please contact:
Crystal Jonkman
Director of Music and Arts
Ph. (804) 272-0992
