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Director of Music Adult/Intergenerational Children’s Choirs Handbell Choirs |
Our Director of Music is Mr. Richard Glasser. If you have any questions or would like to become involved in any of the programs listed below, please call the Music Director at ext. 223.
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THE CHANCEL CHOIR is an adult choir which enhances the worship experience at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings each week, and seasonally at the 11:15 a.m. service. The choir supports the congregation in singing the hymns, sings anthems and leads the liturgy of the service. Special choral presentations in the fall, Christmas and spring are also presented. This choir is not auditioned and rehearses September-May on Thursdays from 7:30-9:30 p.m. See also: Choir Section Leads. |
INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL: An opportunity to play solo instruments or be part of a small band/orchestra ensemble. To volunteer your talent, please contact our Music Director, Richard Glasser (613-733-3156 ext. 223 or musicdir@rideaupark.ca).
CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP TEAM: This intergenerational group provides music and liturgy for worship scheduled throughout the year. For more information, please contact the office at 613-733-3156 ext. 229.
CHERUB CHOIR For ages 4 to grade 1, an introductory choir which promises to instil the joy of music in your child’s heart. They meet Thursdays from 6:30-6:50 pm in B13 and explore singing, rhythms, movement, art, and the liturgical year. They sing occasionally in church, Christmas Eve and Palm Sunday, to a very receptive congregation. Contact Music Director, Richard Glasser (613-733-3156 ext 223 or musicdir@rideaupark.ca). First practice is September 8th.
JOYFUL NOISE is a choir for children 2nd-6th grade and meets Thursdays from 6:50-7:10 pm in B12. As well as learning music for worship we explore rhythms, composition, and musicians and instruments. We include storytelling, artistic expression and movement. This choir sings regularly in Church and most notably on Christmas Eve. The members of this choir grow in Christian understanding and develop their music reading skills. Contact Music Director, Richard Glasser (613-733-3156 ext 223 or musicdir@rideaupark.ca). First practice is September 8th.
JUBILATION is a choir for grades 6 and up which meets Thursdays from 6:30-6:50 pm in B12. The program will include music, drama, drumming, guest artists, movement and outreach into the community. Contact Music Director, Richard Glasser (613-733-3156 or musicdir@rideaupark.ca). First practice is September 8th.
NOTE-ABLE SOUND is a program for children in grades 2-7 who would like to learn to play music with hand-held chimes. No previous music experience is required. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from 6:30-6:50pm in Sanctuary. While having lots of fun, this group helps with the learning and improving of music reading and co-ordination skills. Directed by Andrea Laliberté (613-248-1283 or marcandrea@rogers.com). First practice is on Sept. 8th.
Join a handbell choir for fellowship and fun!
LA BELL ENSEMBLE is an adult handbell choir that provides music for weddings and offers its gifts of music frequently out in the wider community. Practices are held on Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. For more information please contact Marcia Gosse (613-731-2281). First practice Tuesday, September 6th.
TOUCH OF BRASS is an adult handbell choir that plays in church regularly as well as at special events in the community. (As an example, you can see photos of them playing at Glen Cairn United Church.) Practices are held Mondays at 7:15 p.m. For more information, or to join, contact Marcia Gosse (613-731-2281). First practice Monday, September 12th.
RINGING PRAISE An adult handbell choir for beginners who are interested in learning to play bells. Practices are held on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. For more information, or to join, contact Marcia Gosse (613-731-2281). First practice Monday, September 12th.