Plymouth Church Choirs

Plymouth Church has long been known for its strong music program. Martin Luther referred to music as “a precious gift bestowed on people alone to remind them that they are created to praise and magnify the Lord.” Music ministry at Plymouth seeks to provide for children and adults, of all ages, as many opportunities as possible to "make a joyful noise unto the Lord" through singing as well as on instruments as diverse as drums, handbells, Orff instruments, organ and piano, strings, and brass. It is our prayer that you will consider joining us in praising God through music.

Choirs

The Congregational Choir is our largest choir of about 150 each Sunday. Hymns of different styles are sung from both the Pilgrim Hymnal and The New Century Hymnal. Through congregational singing we retell our faith, we connect with past generations, and we sing for each other.

The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 8 pm-9:30 pm September through April and prior to worship on Sunday. The choir is comprised of adults and high school students who enjoy preparing and offering a wide variety of anthems and large works.

The Summer Choir sings at various times during June, July and August with a brief rehearsal on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. Contact James P. Riggs, the Minister of Music and The Arts for a complete schedule.

Children's Choirs

AND (A New Day) is a music/art ministry for children in grades K-5 that meets on Wednesday's from 6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m., January 11, 2012—March 7, 2012. This year AND will offer musical “The Tale of Three Trees.” Contact the Minister of Music and The Arts for a complete listing of rehearsal and outings.

Ensembles

The Plymouth Ringers (HandbellChoir) is an ensemble comprised of adults and youth who ring the churches four octave set of handbells and three octave set of handchimes monthly during worship. Membership is this ensemble is limited. Contact the Minister of Music and The Arts for availability. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m., September through April.

The Plymouth Pulse in an intergenerational ensemble that uses African drums and other percussion instruments. This is an informal ensemble that gathers from time to time for fun and to enhance worship. Cindy Hill is the leader. Contact the Minister of Music and The Arts for contact for more information on how to participate.

Jubilate is the newest ensemble to Plymouth and is made up of instrumentalists. At various times throughout the year the ensemble gathers for rehearsal and then plays instrumental music for worship including accompaniment to hymns. Mary Foster is the leader. Contact the Minister of Music and The Arts for contact for more information on how to participate.

~ James P. Riggs, Minister of Music and The Arts, 216.921.3510, ext. 34 or jriggs@plymouthchurchucc.org