Music Ministries

There is a place for you in WUMC's music program!!! We have choirs and instrumental opportunities for ages 3 and up. Our rehearsals will begin after Labor Day and you are always welcome to be a part of the Music Ministry. If you have any questions regarding the various music activities, please don't hesitate to contact me at home (301) 845-6596 or church (301) 845-9860 or e-mail me at Mullins88fingers@verizon.net.

Cherub Choir - Our cherub Choir is for ages 3 through 6 (1st grade). We will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:30, in conjunction with the Pathways program. This primary choir is informal and allows children to explore music through instruments, games, rhythmic activities, and other creative methods. We share our gifts in worship approximately twice a month. Parents are encouraged to be available during rehearsals. We will begin rehearsals on Sept. 10.

Junior Choir - The Junior Choir invites all children, 2nd through 5th grades to come sing praises and learn more about music. The Junior Choir normally sings about two Sundays each month rotating the time - once at 9:30 and 11:00 services. We may occasionally vary from this schedule. Our practice time will be 6:30 on Wednesdays in conjunction with the Pathways program. We will begin rehearsals on Sept. 10.

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	Music Ministries... MUSIC MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Invitations from Nancy Mullins, Minister of Music There is a place for you in WUMC's music program!!! We have choirs and instrumental opportunities for ages 3 and up. Our rehearsals will begin after Labor Day and you are always welcome to be a part of the Music Ministry. If you have any questions regarding the various music activities, please don't hesitate to contact me at home (301) 845-6596 or church (301) 845-9860 or e-mail me at Mullins88fingers@verizon.net. Cherub Choir - Our cherub Choir is for ages 3 through 6 (1st grade). We will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:30, in conjunction with the Pathways program. This primary choir is informal and allows children to explore music through instruments, games, rhythmic activities, and other creative methods. We share our gifts in worship approximately twice a month. Parents are encouraged to be available during rehearsals. We will begin rehearsals on Sept. 10. Junior Choir - The Junior Choir invites all children, 2nd through 5th grades to come sing praises and learn more about music. The Junior Choir normally sings about two Sundays each month rotating the time - once at 9:30 and 11:00 services. We may occasionally vary from this schedule. Our practice time will be 6:30 on Wednesdays in conjunction with the Pathways program. We will begin rehearsals on Sept. 10.

Phone: 301-845-9860
Fax: 301-845-9863
22 Main Street
Walkersville, MD 21793

Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
In an emergency, contact
Pastor Humphrey, cell phone 240-422-2179
	Youth Handbells - This group meets during Middle School Ministries/Loft on the first, third, and fifth Wednesdays of the month from 4:15 to 4:45. All middle school youth who enjoy music are welcome. We will be exploring music reading, bell playing techniques, and different worship music styles, as we prepare to serve in worship. We will provide music for worship usually twice a month, once at 9:30 and once at 11:00. Hope you can join us!! Rehearsals begin on Sept. 17. High School Ensemble (HSE) is for any High School student who has an interest in contemporary Chrisitan music and would be willing to share their gifts. Both vocalists and instrumentalists are needed. Rehearsals are usually held Sunday afternoons before High School Ministries at 5:00. HSE provides musical leadership at the 11:00 service approximately once a month and at other worship and youth events. Rehearsals are ongoing. Praise Team - The PT invites all persons of middle school age and up who love to worship the Lord through singing or playing an instrument to join them. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30. We lead worship music for the 11:00 service, usually working on 4 or 5 songs to sing with the congregation. Contemporary Worship Music is one of the fastest growing types and is very exciting to be a part of. We welcome singers or instrumentalists (mainly guitar, bass, and drums) who have a calling to serve in this area. (We've also added brass and saxes and other instruments on occasion). Please contact Nancy Mullins at (301) 845-6596 or Rich Klemanski at (301) 845-2572 for more information or just come to a rehearsal!! Rehearsals are ongoing. Adult Choir - we will kick off our year with rehearsal on Wednesday, September 3, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., followed by our traditional root beer floats. All adults who love to sing are encouraged to be a part of our Adult Choir - we enjoy singing, learning more about music, and lots of good fun and fellowship. The choir provides leadership for traditional worship services throughout the year. Childcare is available in the nursery at no charge. Rehearsal begin on Sept. 3. Handbell Choir - Anyone interested in ringing English Handbells is invited to join. Some musical knowledge is helpful, but not required. Handbell rehearsals are a fun way to learn about music and enjoy fellowship with other musicians. The group practices on Sunday evenings at 6:30, and they provide leadership in worship approximately every other month at both the 9:30 and 11:00 services all in one day. For questions and other info, please contact Gene Ashe at (301) 845-4264. Rehearsals begin on Sept. 14. Flute Choir - Our Flute Choir invites all who play or who have played flute in the past to give it a try! Come be a part of this very unique and inspiring sound! The ensemble meets once a week for rehearsal, and provides leadership in worship approximately twice a month. Susan Glaspell is the coordinator/director/music arranger. Please contact her at (301) 845-1254. Rehearsals begin on Sept. 11. WUMC Swing Band - This is one of our newest groups. We are a group of winds, brass, percussion, guitar, and keyboard who gather to have fun and learn some swing music. Details are TBA - some rehearsals began over the summer, but we're looking to get a solid start in the fall with a full group. Please contact Gene Ashe at (301) 845-4264 for details, rehearsal info, and performance schedules. WUMC A Capella Ensemble - This new group began over the summer and has continued to grow and perform in worship. We are a group of singers who enjoy a wide variety of music styles, but like to sing unaccompanied. This allows the flexibility to perform in many different settings - not just indoors with instruments! Paul Huff is the director for this new group, and he can be reached at (301) 845-8834. Rehearsals will run in conjunction with the Adult Choir, to ease participation in both groups. Additional Opportunities: . . . We welcome any other instrumentalists or vocalists that would like to do solos or be a part of a small ensemble. We currently have both male and female vocalists, trumpet and trombone players, sax, clarinet, and some string players that enjoy doing ensemble work. We always welcome new talent, and encourage participation in worship! Other possibilities include a liturgical dance choir, a drama group, or even a basic music theory class. Contact Nancy if you are interested! WE'RE LOOKING FORWARD TO ANOTHER GREAT YEAR OF PRAISE THROUGH MUSIC AND ARTS! THANK YOU FOR YOUR WILLINGNESS TO SHARE YOUR GIFTS!

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