First United Methodist Church
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Carrying the Cross of Christ into the Future

Music Ministry

 

 
Participation in any music group is open to anyone who wishes to make a commitment to excellence in worship leadership.  The long history of fine music at First is due to a group of people who have made music a priority in their lives and exhibit that by regular attendance at rehearsals and worship services throughout the year.
 
ADULT GROUPS, WORSHIP AND REHEARSAL TIMES
 
Chancel Choir    Leads worship at 11:00 AM Sunday traditional services   
Rehearsal - 6:45 PM each Wednesday except during July
 
Praise Team   Leads contemporary services at 9:00 AM Sunday 
Rehearsal - 6:00 PM each Tuesday
 
Jacobs Ringers    (advanced handbells)    Play regularly once a month    
Rehearsal - 5:15 PM each Wednesday during the school year
 
Ding-A-Ling Bells  (intermediate handbells)     Play 2 to 4 times yearly    
Rehearsal - 11:00 AM each Wednesday during the school year
 
Silver Belles and Beaux  (seniors handbells)  Play twice yearly    
Rehearsal - 9:15 AM each Wednesday during the school year
 
CHILDREN AND YOUTH GROUPS WORSHIP AND REHEARSAL TIMES
 
Jubilee Singers / Joyful Noise   Sing once a month at 11:00AM services  
Rehearsal 3:00 PM each Wednesday during the school year.
Age-appropriate choirs for children between first and 5th grades
The children enjoy learning music skills in both vocal and handbell practice.
 
Youth Singers  Sing on "as needed" basis and assist with childrens choirs.
 
LEADERSHIP
Dr. Edward Byrom - Director of Music, Worship and Fine Arts  936-327-7100  byrom1601@msn.com
Conductor for Chancel Choir, and all adult handbell choirs.
Lisa Mayhugh - Associate Director of Music and Childrens Choir Specialist 
936-327-7100 lwmayhugh@yahoo.com
Conductor for all childrens and youth groups.
Rosemary Stacey - Church Organist and Chancel Choir Accompanist  936-566-5994