Music Ministry at North Avenue
Psalm 96 calls us to "sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord all the earth!" The ministry of music at North Avenue answers this charge with beautiful offerings in all of our worship services. Talented musicians view their offerings as worship, and in doing so, they help the congregation as well to see God in new and vital ways. The Music Ministry seeks to provide opportunities for all ages to worship, praise, and know more fully the presence of God through his gift of music. Have music questions? Contact Melinda Clark.
The Music Ministry of North Avenue Presbyterian Church invites YOU to join our Chancel Choir & Orchestra NAPC and Guest Musicians for a Community-Sing Experience on Sunday afternoon, March 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm in North Avenue’s Sanctuary. For our major work this year we will present Théodore Dubois’ “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” All Choral Singers in the audience will be invited, first, to rehearse the music, then to participate in the singing of this descriptive work, depicting the three final hours of the Crucifixion of Christ.
Théodore Dubois (1837 – 1924) lived in France serving as Choirmaster of two famous French churches: Church of the Madeleine and Church of Sainte-Clotilde. He also taught and was the Director of the Paris Conservatoire, which produced many of the best French musicians and composers of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Dubois influenced and was influenced by famous composers Camille Saint-Saëns, Paul Dukas, Florent Schmitt, and Gabriel Fauré (whose Requiem we sang for our 1st Audience Sing-along last March, 2011). The music of Dubois includes operas, oratorios (including “The Seven Last Words of Christ,” written in 1867), three symphonies, organ compositions, and theoretical works used in teaching.
You do not want to miss this audience- participation singing of “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” Members of the Atlanta’s Choral Community – church and civic communities, metro-wide – are encouraged to come participate in the singing of this dramatic work. In fact, you’ll want to obtain a vocal score of the work, so that you will be able to do some rehearsing, prior to March 25! If you would like to join North Avenue’s Chancel Choir at their weekly rehearsals (Wednesdays from 7 -9 pm) as they begin preparing for this major work, contact Melinda Clark at Melinda@napc.orgor [(404) 875-0431 x208] to obtain further information.
Chancel Choir
Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. | Sundays, 10:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
For decades, the Chancel Choir at North Avenue has sought through music to give praise and thanks to God. The Chancel Choir sings of the love of Christ, the mercy of God, and the in-dwelling of the Holy Spirit. They have shared the joy of music with congregations and audiences in Atlanta, participated in Charleston’s Piccolo Spoleto Festival, and concertized in many well-known cathedrals and churches in Germany, England, and Mexico. Participants in the Chancel Choir include church members and non-members, as well as students from the surrounding colleges and universities. The Chancel Choir provides leadership at the Second Service each Sunday and for special services throughout the year. Solo voice not required, but the ability to read music and prior choral experience is helpful. Childcare is provided for Wednesday rehearsals.
Handbell Guild
Wednesdays, 5:50-6:50 p.m. | Sanctuary
The North Avenue Handbell Guild is a five- octave handbell choir composed of college students and adults. Sight reading and prior handbell experience encouraged, but not required. Ringers play throughout the year during the traditional service and at special events. Childcare is provided during the rehearsal hour.
Orchestra NAPC
Sundays, 1-2:30 p.m. | Room 301
Who is Orchestra NAPC?
An ensemble of musicians who are members of North Avenue, members of other churches, musicians in neighboring orchestras, and college musicians.
What repertoire is played?
Sacred and secular; solo and accompaniment. Music representing the 18th to 21st centuries, from Handel to Gershwin; Respighi to Mercer, Brahms to Unger.
Where does Orchestra NAPC play?
Selected worship services at North Avenue, weddings, musical theatre productions concerts, and special events.
Who is eligible for membership?
Any string, wind, brass, or percussion instrumentalist who would like the challenge of playing with a group of committed musicians. Have you been looking for an opportunity to play in such an ensemble setting? THEN READ ON!
When does Orchestra NAPC rehearse?
Sundays: 1:00 – 2:30 PM at the church –Room 301
Interested? Contact Melinda Clark
Contemporary Team
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Sundays, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
The Contemporary Worship Team provides musical leadership at the First Service. Comprised primarily of volunteers, the team includes vocalists and instrumentalists using a variety of contemporary and traditional hymns. Contact Josh Schicker for more info.
