Music Ministries
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Music Minstry
Liturgical music expresses in song the theology of the Church. At Epiphany of the Lord Parish, we attempt incorporate a variety of liturgical music pieces that reflect both traditional and contemporary genres. Here you will find a variety of liturgical music opportunities for you to become involved in: -
Cantor
A cantor must have a pleasant singing voice, be willing to help lead the singing and to sing some Mass music alone, and be able to learn new music and assist the assembly in learning new music as needed.
Occasional cantor practices are held, and attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory. Assistance in learning music can be provided as needed. The cantor’s role is twofold. A cantor leads the Responsorial Psalm as well as the Gospel Acclamation, which focuses our attention on the message of the Gospel which follows. In addition to the solo roles, the cantor also leads the hymns of the Mass. Additional cantor opportunities may include leading at communal penance services during Advent and Lent, and soloing at funerals or weddings. -
Adult Choir
All choral members and instrumentalists meet to rehearse at various times depending on the church they are serving. As we draw closer to the high seasons of Christmas and Easter and the demands of our musical preparations increase, rehearsal times may be extended. Schedules are listed in the bulletin.
- The ability to read music and/or previous choir experience is helpful, but not necessary.
- Repertoire: a variety, including traditional and contemporary; mostly 3-part or 4-part music.
- Adults and teens are welcome to join.
Grace Notes (Children's Choir)
The goal of the Children's choir is to teach young people various types of the Church's music, teach them to work as a musical group, and train them for leadership roles in parish music ministry.- Sings at 9 am Mass at Sacred Hearts about once a month (usually the 3rd Sunday) from September - May as well as the 4pm Children's Mass on Christmas.
- Repertoire: Traditional and contemporary (Songs range from Gregorian Chant to Christian pop)
- Rehearsals: Wednesday afternoons 4:30-5:30pm from September through May.
- Age: Youth in grades 3rd through 8th
Handbell Choir
The Handbell Choir plays on special occasions (including Christmas, Easter) and occasional times throughout the year. The bell choir helps enhance the liturgy with beautiful music.- Potential members must be able to read music (either-treble or bass clef or both) and keep time.
- Members should be able to attend rehearsals and Masses regularly. (This is particularly important in a Handbell group, since each member is responsible for playing certain bells.)
Instrumentalist
If you play an instrument (organ, piano, trumpet, flute, violin, etc.) to the extent that you have moderate performance ability, please consider joining our music ministry. Instrumentalists are welcome to play for regular weekend Liturgies, but if time constraints do not allow for weekly rehearsal attendance on Wednesday nights, consider volunteering your God-given gifts for special Masses at Christmas, Lent or Easter, or for special events.
Contact: Naomi Matthees 608 837-2488