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Music Ministries
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Central’s Chancel Choir is committed to excellence in musical leadership at the 11:00 Traditional service.
The choir is comprised of dedicated singers who love the opportunity to share their faith and musical gifts
on a regular basis. At the 11:00 service the Chancel Choir processes to the opening hymn, sings a Call to Prayer,
Benediction Response, anthem, and provides spirited, creative support of the congregational hymns. The anthems are
chosen from a wide variety of musical genre reflecting the best in choral composition and text. Rehearsals are on
Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:00.
The Festival Choir is designed for those singers who enjoy the challenge of fine choral music, but are not able
to commit to the steady schedule of the Chancel Choir. The Festival Choir rehearses with the Chancel Choir in
preparation for large scale works on a seasonal basis. Rehearsal schedule is announced one month prior to the
first rehearsal. The Festival Choir participates in the Lessons and Carols service (third Sunday of December),
the 11:00 Christmas Eve Candlelight service and on Easter Sunday.
The Central Bell Choir utilizes all 5 octaves of the church’s collection of English Handbells and participates
once a month at either the 11:00 Traditional service or the 8:50 Contemporary service. Music ranges from intermediate
to difficult with many arrangements scored for handbells/organ, handbells/choir, and handbells/instruments.
Prospective ringers are always welcome and should have music reading experience. Rehearsals are every Thursday
evening from 6:15-7:15 p.m. on the Old Fellowship Hall stage.
The Central Brass Choir comprises trumpets, trombones, french horn, and tuba and meets every second and fourth
Saturday of the month from 9:00-10:00 and plays in worship every second and fourth Sunday at the 11:00 service The
brass choir also participates every Easter and Christmas. The choir is open to all brass players from 7th grade
through adult.
Our 8:50 Contemporary service comes alive with the Praise Band – a collection of keyboards, guitars, drums,
and vocals. The music is uplifting with music that reflects the very latest in Christian music trends and presenting
time honored praise choruses as well. Singers and instrumentalists are most welcome to audition for the band.
Rehearsals are held on the third Saturdays of the month from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Praise Band Vocal rehearsals are on the
third Thursday of the month from 7:20-8:20 p.m.
The Celebration Singers Children’s Choir is open to all 1-5 grade children. In addition to monthly
participation in worship the Celebration Singers perform two annual larger scale musicals for worship and Wednesday
night fellowship. The children also witness to their growing faith by performing at local assisted living facilities.
Director is Barbara Pfau. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Central’s Pre-School Music Classes use creative movement, dramatic play and language to help develop the
whole child from age 18 months to 5 years. Music actually stimulates and builds brain power. When music and movement
are presented in a fun, playful and exciting way, the child learns eagerly and unexpectedly. Children are born with
the desire and ability to move and make music. Kay Carnes is the director. Classes are held every Wednesday at
6:30 p.m.
The Inter-generational Musical Troupe brings together singers from 6th grade through adult in both small and
large scale musical presentations. The musical productions incorporate drama, dance, movement and staging with the
group performing at least one large scale musical and two smaller ones during the year. No auditions are required
and families are encouraged participate. Rehearsal schedule is publicized at least one month in advance of the first
rehearsal.
The Youth Choir meets every Sunday afternoon from 3:00-3:50 (immediately after Youth Group). The Youth choir
participates in the Christmas Eve service at the 9:00 p.m. service, Youth Sunday in the Spring and throughout the
year on a regular basis. Emphasis is put on vocal health and ensemble singing with a wide range of choral literature.
Joy’s Boys is the name of our Men’s gospel choir and is directed by Joy Brown. They participate frequently
in the Sunday 8:50 Chapel Service and are heard throughout the county.
The Flute Choir is open to all flute players High School through adult. Rehearsal is once a month on the second
Saturday from 10:00-11:00 with worship participation on the second Sunday of the month.
Drum Circle - Come join Central percussionist Jon Hightower as he leads drum circle classes on Wednesday nights
from 6:30 to 7:30. During classes, you will have the opportunity to learn the art of playing various hand drums and percussion
instruments while having fun and sharing new experiences with fellow drummers. The ensemble will receive one on one/group
instruction, as well as the opportunity to participate in future services. In addition, there will be lessons on the history
of the drum, and how this ancient instrument can play a part in our spirituality. No prior experience is necessary.
The Men’s and Women’s Choruses rehearse on alternating months on the third and fourth Saturdays from
10:00-11:00 a.m. Both groups participate in worship on the fourth Sunday of the month.
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