Music Ministry

“Oh sing to the Lord a new song!”  From traditional choral singing to contemporary praise bands and Kindermusik classes, we have reason to sing our praises out loud! 
 
 
 
 
Wesley Singers
 
 
 
 
 
Handbells
 
 
 
 
 
 
Chancel Choir
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Kings Brass
 
 
 
 
 
 

Sanctuary Music

Wesley Singers

Suzanne Fowley directs and Laura D. Lusk accompanies this opportunity is for children in first through fifth grades that would like to participate and learn the joys of praising God through singing. The Wesley Singers are involved in the Traditional service and Lifesong throughout the year. The children begin to learn the fundamentals of music along with performance etiquette and how singing is used in worship for God’s glory. The choir meets most Sundays from 4:00 – 5:00 pm in the Chancel Choir room. Adult assistance is always welcome! Contact Suzanne Fowley if you’d like to help

Chancel Bells

The handbell choir is under the direction of Chuck Deen and is an advanced group of musicians that participate in the Sanctuary worship on a regular basis. Music reading skills and a commitment to rehearsal time is required. The Chancel Bells are open to all adults interested and meets each Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the Chancel Bell room just off from the choir room.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Chancel Bells Director

Chuck Deen directs the handbell choir which is an advanced group of musicians that participate in the Sanctuary worship on a regular basis. Music reading skills and a commitment to rehearsal time is required. The Chancel Bells are open to all adults interested and meets each Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the Chancel Bell room just off from the choir room.

Grace Ladies and Men of Grace

These ensembles are for vocalists who are interested in using their talents but aren’t able to make the commitment of weekly rehearsals. Each group rehearses periodically throughout the year and sings only a few Sundays during the 11:00 service around holidays and select occasions.

Instrumentalists

All musicians that would like to be involved with playing, accompanying, rehearsing, or just filling in here and there, are invited to do as little or as much as you would like. The music program always needs and is looking for a variety of instruments for special concerts, anthems, and programs. Please let us know If you are interested in participating in the music program. We will be thrilled to get you plugged in.
 
For more information on Sanctuary music, contact Chris Leysath, Sanctuary Music Director.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

LifeSong Contemporary Service Praise Teams

At the contemporary LifeSong service here at Grace UMC, we have a great deal of opportunities for you to serve and use your talents of any level. We not only lead on Sundays but also spend time together as a team weekly in our Wednesday night Family Group time. Singing and playing for a congregation is not our goal. As a team we constantly seek the lifestyle of worship leaders and encourage each other through the peaks and valleys of life while leading others in worship. Whether you are on the front of the stage singing or in tech row running the lyrics we are all a unit that serves as one for the glory of God. On the music side of things, we are in constant need of vocalists, drummers, bass players, both acoustic and electric guitars, and keyboardists. Also, we can always use anyone on tech row to run sounds, lights, lyrics, or our livestream. If you are interested in being a part of our LifeSong family please contact our Director of Contemporary Worship or just show up for Family Groups one Wednesday night after our Wednesday night fellowship meal called WINGS.

For more information contact Andrew Doolittle, LifeSong Contemporary Service Director.
 

Kindermusik

Through age-appropriate group lessons, Kindermusik allows infants, pre-schoolers, and young children to explore rhythm, melody, listening, movement, and playing simple instruments. Pre-registration is held twice a year. There are 12 classes per semester. Parents/guardians pay a semester fee that covers the cost of home materials and instruments. Scholarships are available to assist with the cost of materials when needed.  Complete information concerning Kindermusik sessions is available from the church office. Teachers in the Kindermusik program have completed specialized training and are licensed by Kindermusik. Fall 2019 classes begin in August and continue through the end of November. Winter 2020 semester will begin in early  January and continue through the end of April with registration beginning in November 2019. Fees usually run $85 per semester which includes required at home materials.  Themed May camps and Summer camps are also offered with registration for these beginning in April. Classes meet in room 206 of the Asbury Building.
 
For more information, contact Kindermusik Director, Mary Chris Newell