Music
Join A Choir
Do you hear God calling you to serve through our music ministry? Contact Music Director Gary Gartletts for further information music@ardmorepres.org
Chancel Choir
Rehearses Thursdays at 7:30 PM
Adult volunteers sing with professional section leaders for most Sunday worship services during our program year (Sep. 13 – June 12)
Youth Choir
Rehearses Sundays at 5:15 PM
Sings in worship several times per year and participates in biennial musicals and choir festivals
Children’s Choir (grades 2-5)
Rehearses Wednesdays at 5:00 PM
Sings in worship several times a year and participates in Advent Family Night, musicals (odd years) and festivals (even years)
Cherub Choir (pre-K-1st)
Rehearses Wednesdays at 5:00 PM
Sings in worship five times per year and participates in Advent Family Night
Handbell Choir & Youth Ringers
Rehearses Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
Adults meet weekly for one hour and plays about five times per year in worshipYouth Ringers (grades 6-12), rehearses in brief (three-week) segments, playing for worship the Sunday after each segment
Young Adult Choir, Women’s Chorus and Men’s Chorus
Each sing twice per year. Watch your worship folder, newsletter, or our website for specific dates
“If you enjoy singing, I encourage you to give the choir a try. There are no auditions, and everyone is welcome. You don’t need to be able to read music! I’ll give you a hint, when the notes go up, your voice goes up and when the notes go down, your voice goes down. The adult choir has exceptional section leaders, so you always have someone to follow if you are ever unsure.
While every choir is different, in my experience there is one thing they have in common; a loving community that welcomes me in. It is a blessing to be in relationship with so many in our church who I may not have gotten to know any other way. It is a privilege to be able to offer a piece of myself to God and add something meaningful to the worship service. Choir offers a unique fellowship experience. We worship together and we laugh together. We pray together and support each other through difficult times.
When the psalmist writes “make a joyful noise unto the lord”, he is not concerned with the quality of the sound or if it’s on key. He is focused on the intention behind the music. The joy that worshipping God brings. To God, the offering of yourself and your talents is beautiful. The adoration from God’s children is the sweetest music he hears.”
– Robie Lawlace