
[Parish Choir] [Chorister Program] [Handbell Choir] [Music for the Community]
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Music A
LOVE OF MUSIC
Photo courtesy of Claire Cox
Parish Choir
As Saint Stephen's principal musical leaders, parish Choir members offer a weekly ministry of praise and thanksgiving at the 10 am Sunday Eucharist and major holy days throughout the year. Our rehearsals are lively and productive and help nurture both musical understanding and ability, as do our 4 friendly and supportive Section Leaders. REHEARSALS: TUESDAYS, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Photo courtesy of Claire Cox [top]
A Living Tradition for boys and girls aged 5 through 15. For centuries children
have sung
in the churches, and cathedrals of Europe and America. Master musicians
such as Palestrina, Bach,
and Mozart composed for choirs whose top line (soprano) was sung by boys
with unchanged or
'treble' voices. More recently, choirgirls have joined the ranks of boy
choristers on an equal basis. The
Chorister Program not only nurtures young people musically, but also supports
their individual Christian formation. We explore the meaning of the words
we sing and the liturgies
we lead, along with learning about the Episcopal church, the seasons of
the church year, and the many ways
God is revealed in the world of the arts. We believe that youngsters can
far exceed the usual musical boundaries adults envision for them, and
we know that musical activities sharpens children's skills in many other
areas. Training
Choir Saint
Nicholas and Saint Cecilia Choir Meets: Wednesdays, 4:15-5:30 p.m. or Fridays 3:30-4:45 p.m. (Wednesday and Friday rehearsals are identical. Attendance at one is required.) These choristers sing in church every week and for the various festival services. [top]
Handbell Choir
REHEARSALS: MONDAYS, 6:30-8:00 pm [top]
Music
for the Community
Sacred Concerts of religious vocal and instrumental music Guild of Organists, regular rehearsals of several Berkshire musical groups, and practice time for music students.
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