Music at 1st

Chancel Choir: A 70-voice choir that rehearses in room 249 Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:00 pm. The choir prepares a variety of sacred music for the 10:30 traditional worship service in the sanctuary. Yearly highlights include a televised Christmas Cantata with orchestra and special Easter music with orchestra or brass.

Director, Terry D.Wilson. Organist, Dwain Pesterfield.

Morning Glory Chorus: A 20-voice chorus that rehearses in room 249 each Sunday morning at 7:35 am. This group of early birds prepares music for the 8:15 Traditional worship service in Asbury Hall. Morning Glory Chorus also prepares a special Christmas Cantata with instrumental accompaniment.

Director, Terry D.Wilson. Pianist, Dwain Pesterfield.

Evensong Handbells: a group of 12 women ringing advanced level music using 5 octaves of Schulmerich handbells. Rehearsals are Sunday evenings - 5:15 - 6:15 pm in room 252 (off in June/July). Music is prepared for worship and for special programs in the community.

Director is Susan Daves.

Asagao Handbells: This handbell choir has a membership of 10-12 ladies from our Japanese community. They ring intermediate level music for worship services as well as performing in the community. Rehearsals are Thursday mornings 10:15 am.

Director is Susan Daves.