Music
Overview of the Music Program
The Music Program of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Church – Unitarian Universalist
seeks to:
- encourage widespread participation by members and friends
- provide a wide variety of music to enhance worship services
- support musical events as part of the ministry of TJMC – UU
- sponsor workshops and/or choral exchanges to promote community and education
through music
- provide opportunities for intergenerational involvement
The program currently consists of two adult choirs, two children’s choirs,
a variety of talented instrumentalists from within our congregation.
The Music Program is led by Director of Music, KaeRenae Mitchell, and ably
supported by our talented pianist, Scott DeVeaux.
Music Committee
Additionally, the program includes an efficient, hard-working Music Committee
and a special liaison with our youth musicians. The Music Committee has recently
sponsored a “Spaghetti, Songs, and Sundaes” intergenerational event
and is currently sponsoring the American Boychoir on its 70th Anniversary tour.
Voices of Community
This choir sings a variety of music, ranging from challenging music we work
on for many rehearsals to more accessible, heartfelt music that the congregation
loves. It is great for folks who travel and who are only able to commit to singing
for shorter periods of time. It is a “revolving” choir and is open
to new folks every time we begin a new piece! Music reading skills are great,
but not required-– only the ability to carry a tune and keep up rhythmically.
We usually rehearse twice each month and sing for both services once a month.
We rehearse on Thursday (sometimes Tuesday) evenings, with warm-ups beginning
at 6:45PM, and rehearsal going from 7:00—8:30 PM. Please watch the bulletin
board closely for rehearsal updates.
Schedule:
Thurs., Nov. 1 Now I Walk in Beauty, Taize Chant; Alfred Burt Carols and Sing
Joy!
Thurs., Nov. 8 7:00 - 8:30 Same rehearsal music
Sun., Nov 18 Now I Walk in Beauty and Taize
Tues., Nov. 27 7:30 – 8:30 Burt Carols and Sing Joy!
Tues., Dec. 4 7:30 – 8:30 Burt Carols and Sing Joy
Dec 13 7:30 – 8:30 Burt Carols and Sing Joy
Sun., Dec 16 CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY MUSIC SERVICE
Chalice Chamber Singers
The Chalice Chamber Singers is a smaller, auditioned group of singers who read
music and are committed to independent study of music.
The rehearsals move at a fast pace and are for refining and creating balance
and blend. The CCS meets twice each month and sings at both services once a
month.
Schedule:
Thurs., Nov. 15 Dirait-On and Christmas/Holiday
Sun., Nov 18 Dirait-On
Tues., Nov 20 Christmas
Tues., Nov 27 6:30 – 7:30 PM Christmas/Holiday
Tues., Dec. 4 6:30 – 7:30 Christmas/Holiday
Dec 13 6:30 – 7:30 Christmas/Holiday
Sun., Dec 16 ALL MUSIC SERVICE
Children’s Choir
The Children’s Choir, for those in K – 2nd or 3rd grade, is a fun
ensemble for UU youngsters to learn the basics of choral singing. The choir,
under the direction of Michael Manto (and KaeRenae Mitchell), sings a variety
of music. They are accompanied by Frank Dukes, guitarist, and Michael Manto.
Beth Jaeger-Landis provides valuable administrative support.
The children sing a variety of songs, including original selections and some
of the “standards”. The Children’s Choir sings during two or
three Sunday morning worship services per “semester” and often joins
the Adult Choir in its All Music Service in the spring. The choir also offers
special music during the winter holiday season. Rehearsals are held every Sunday
morning from 10:30 until 11:05 AM upstairs in Summit House. These talented children
and teachers create joyful and moving music!
Older Children’s Choir
This group of singers is for children in grades 3 or 4 through 6 or 7 who are
looking for more of a musical challenge. Members of this choir enjoy reading
music and singing 2 or 3 part harmonies. They meet in the parlor from 10:30
until 11:05AM on Sundays. This ensemble participates during two or three services
per semester. Karen Michie, director, and John Voss, guitarist, make a great
team for these talented singers!
Children's Choir FALL 2007 Schedule:
Every Sunday except November 18 and 25, and December 17, 24, and 31.
Please contact KaeRenae if your child is interested in singing in one of our
children’s choirs!
or 1.434.293.8179, 4#.
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