Music Ministry

Music Ministry

Men's Chanters - Meetings are Tuesdays at 6 PM in the Choir Room. This is a great opportunity for all men of the Parish to sing some of the most traditional music of the Catholic Church...Gregorian Chant. Being able to read music is optional. Having fun is not!

Cherub Choir - (Grades K-1st) - Rehearses every Wednesday at 5:30 pm in the religious education building music room. This choir is the training choir in the Children's Music Ministry. Rehearsals include music exploration and training through games, song, and story. With periodic music offerings during worship services throughout the year, the choir focuses on learning good singing skills and basic musical concepts.

Chapel Choir - (Grades 2-6) - Rehearses every Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the religious education building music room. Rehearsals include training in developing young voices, note reading, sacred music, music games, and learning liturgical music. Choir sings periodically at various masses.

Carillon Ringers - (Grades 5-8) - Rehearses every Sunday at 5:00 pm in the religious education building music room. The Carillon Ringers consists of youth in grades 5 through 8 who wish to learn the basics of chime and hand bell ringing. Membership is by interview with the director, however all interested youth are encouraged to apply. Participation in worship services and special seasonal services are scheduled throughout the year.

Chancel Choir - Adults - Rehearses every Tuesday at 7:00 pm. 30 minutes prior to Mass and as called by the director for special services. Sing regularly at 10:00 am Mass. Membership is open to adults who desire to enrich their lives and the lives of others through choral performance. experience in choral music is preferred, but not a prerequisite. Highlights include Lessons and Carols, Christmas caroling at local retirement centers and homes of shut-in church members, annual Christmas party, principal choirs at Easter vigil, annual Summer Pops concert and a choir tour and pilgrimage to Rome in March of 2002. Members are expected to attend rehearsals and masses weekly. Child care available by reservation.

Sacred Heart Orchestra - High school/Adult Instrumentalists. Seasonal rehearsals and performances.

Sacred Heart Chancel Ringers - Rehearses every Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the religious education building music room. This opportunity offers adults who desire the fun and fellowship of a hand bell team. regular attendance is required. Plays regularly throughout the year for worship services, Masses, and Holy Days.