The human voice has been described
as our first musical instrument. The voice is extremely flexible and
can make a variety of sounds. All societies create music and choral singing
is a tradition as old as the church itself. We invite you to join any
of our choirs and make a
"joyful noise" unto the Lord.
Chancel Choir
Rehearsals Thursdays, 7:30 - 9:00 PM and Sundays, 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Choir Room
If you like music, then one of the best
places to be on a Thursday night is our Chancel Choir rehearsal.
It's a place for fun, fellowship, and wonderful music-making.
The Chancel Choir at First Congregational Church is our "adult" choir
and is comprised of people from all kinds of musical and non-musical
backgrounds. Under our Choir Director, Richard A.A. Larraga,
we will prepare pieces for Sunday worship service from a wide
musical selection of contemporary and traditional works.
Let Richard work his magic, and turn you
into the singer you've always wanted to be, or always wished
you were. It will be one of the most socially, spiritually
and musically rewarding activites of your church year. The
Chancel Choir regularly participates in Sunday and special
worship services from September through June. New members are
welcome to join at any time throughout
the year.
Listen to the Chancel Choir sing
Be Still and Know
O Come to Set Us Free
The Lord is my shepherd
The Notables
Grades 6 - 12
Rehearsals Sundays, 12:30 - 1:00 PM
Meeting Place: Choir Room
Do you like to sing, but are afraid of being embarrassed
among your school peers? Are you afraid that singing will make
you look uncool? Or are you afraid you aren't very good, or
have no experience? Well, none of these fears apply in our teen
choir, The Notables! Under our choral director, Mr. Larraga
(he likes to be called Mr L), the choir will be learning sacred
pieces, many songs from Broadway musicals and more. No
experience is required and all are welcome - free of teasing!
Some of the songs may even be sung a capella (e.g.
without music) which means if you want to join but are really
too embarrased to sing words in front of people, you may be
able to just sing sounds in imitation of an instrument! (it's
very easy and incredibly fun.) We will be doing everything in
every way - so what are you waiting for???
Give your good 'ole vocal chords a stretch and join The Notables
today!
Fill out the Choir Registration Form
Listen to the Notables sing
God
Help the Outcasts
A Two-Part Alleluia
The Chandeliers
Grades 3 - 5
Rehearsals: Sundays, 12:00 - 12:30 PM
Meeting Place: Choir Room
Singers in The Chandeliers will learn the fundamentals
of music and good vocal technique. We learn a variety of
sacred music and the significance of the liturgical year in
relation to church music and the worship service. Favorite
songs include Amani
Utupe and I Am But A Small Voice. The music
will be multiculturally rich and will allow students to
play body and vocal percussion.
Fill out the Choir Registration Form
Listen to the Notables and Chandeliers sing Child
of the Universe.
Kick Start Choir
Grades K - 2
Rehearsals: Sundays, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Meeting Place: Choir Room
Kick Start will learn rounds, folk songs, and lively
hymns. We will explore the musical self and musical collective through
the use of instruments, movement, manipulatives, and group work.
The music will be multiculturally rich
and will allow students to play body percussion and instruments.
Listen to the Kick Start Choir sing Arky, Arky
Fill out the Choir Registration Form
