Music
The music at St. David's, under the direction of our Rector, ranges from traditional to contemporary.
Our organist / music director is Janet Dodd. Janet has served as music director at other local churches, and is also a member of the Wide River bluegrass band. She brings a lively and versatile approach to her music.
We have several members with special musical talents, including violinist Ashley Steinhart. Hand drumming and other percussion often accompanies our Sunday 10:00 AM services, Celtic Creation Celebrations and other special services. Brass arrangements by local college music majors often accompany our Christmas and Easter services.
Our music director usually plays a baby grand piano when accompanied by percussion and other instruments. Our organ, purchased in 2000, was made by Johannus in the Netherlands. Due to space constraints, a pipe organ was out of the question; however, this extremely fine electronic organ has more than filled our needs. We also have a fine collection of handbells.
Our regular "choir" is
the congregation of St. David's, lifting their voices in praise and
worship. Our Sunday 10:00 AM services feature traditional hymns from
the 1982 Hymnal and occasional contemporary hymns. The service music
(Sanctus, Gloria, etc.) is contemporary, primarily composed by Kristopher Lindquist or from the Taize tradition.
Our
children sing occasionally as a children's choir at the 10:00 AM Sunday
service and special services. Rehearsals occur during the three weeks
or so before the children's choir sings.
The goal of the music ministry at St. David's is not only to enhance and support the liturgy but also to incorporate the gifts of church members. If you have a musical gift to share, or questions, suggestions or comments regarding hymns or service music, please contact the Rev. Elaine Breckenridge or music director Janet Dodd.
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