MUSIC MINISTRY
The trumpeters
and singers performed together in unison to praise and give thanks to
the Lord. Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and other instruments, they
raised their voices and praised the Lord with these words: "He is
so good! His faithful love endures forever!". . .
(2 Chronicles 5:13)
According
to the words of a popular saying, "those who sing once, pray
twice." Each time they serve their fellow parishioners, those
involved in music ministry at Our Lady of Refuge really do have the
opportunity to pray and praise God at least twice, and perhaps many
times over: through their voices and weekly rehearsals, through Masses
and sacramental liturgies, through shared experiences and festivity, and
through an intimate, ongoing participation in the joys and sorrows,
aspirations and celebrations of God*s people.
The
Adult Choir
The Adult Choir
at Our Lady of Refuge consists of high school and adult members.
It is voiced for soprano, alto,
tenor and bass accompanied by the organ. Tthis group sings
inspiring choral pieces. Orchestral instrumentalists are also welcome! The choir sings at the 9:30 Mass each Sunday. Members rehearse on Thursday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in the
Church, and auditions are held during rehearsals.
The
Contemporary Music Group
The Contemporary Music Group
consists of
high school and young adult members.
This group plays contemporary pieces
with drums, guitar, bass and keyboard.
It plays and
sings
at the 5:30 Mass on Sundays, and for special events. Rehearsals
are held on Wednesday evenings from 7 - 8:30 PM. Auditions are held during
rehearsals.
The Youth Ensemble
The Youth Ensemble consists
of young people in grades 2 through 8 who enjoy making music by singing or playing a musical
instrument. They meet in the Hall each Thursday afternoon from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM for
rehearsal. They sing and
play for Masses, and for special festivities such as
Thanksgiving Day Mass, First
Communion Masses, Christmas caroling, etc.
To learn more about the Youth Ensemble, click on the following link - Youth
Ensemble.
Youth Handbell Choir
We have a 4 octave set of Schulmeric
Handbells that are just glorious! Come and ring with us! The Youth
Handbell Choir consists of young people from Grades 4 through 8.
They rehearse in the church each Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 to 5:30
pm, and play at special Masses and events.
Adult Handbell Choir
The Handbell Choir consists of High School and Adult members. It plays at special
Masses and events. Rehearsals are in the Church on Tuesdays from
7:00 to 9:00 pm. Basic
music reading ability is mandatory. The Music director will provide a
free, short course before joining.
Cantors,
Organists and other Musicians
Cantors, Organists and other musicians
assist at all of the Masses.
If you are a singer or an instrumentalist, join our parish music
ministry. Download the application form by clicking on the Music
Ministry Sign-Up Form link below and contact the Music Director
for more information and/or to arrange an audition.
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We have really great people in our varied
groups, and we have good times together. If you'd like to
join us, please click on the following link. Download the
Sign Up form. Print it, fill it out and return it to
Art Maramba, Music Director.
Contact :
Art Maramba, Director of Music
artmaramba@aol.com
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Links
If
you want to learn more about music in liturgical services, click on the
links below:
MINISTRY GROUPS
