Music

Special Events

We are a music-loving congregation with people who sing and play for the joy of it and for the love of God. You are welcome to participate in any of our ensembles.

Chancel Choir

The choir is a supportive and fun group! Members range from high school through older adults with a variety of musical abilities. You are welcome to join or just try it out! Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7:15-8:45 pm in Smith 301, and Sundays at 9:30 am in the sanctuary. Contact director John Alexander.

Four people perform with guitars and microphones in a church setting, standing near wooden paneling and a grand piano.

Rejoice! Ensemble

This group leads eclectic music for Rejoice! services. If you  to sing or play an instrument, give it a try! It is led by Will Edwards, a vocalist, guitarist, and banjo player. Contact Will Edwards.

Children wearing green shirts sing onstage, with a person at the microphone. A nature-themed backdrop is visible behind them.

Children's Choirs

Our children’s choir directors hold doctorates from UNCG and love working with kids. The choirs sing periodically in worship. They rehearse Wednesdays.  Cherub Choir: Ages 3-Kindergarten play instruments & games. 5-5:30 pm with Dr. Anne Albert. Canticle Choir: Grades 1-5 learn about rhythm, note reading, part singing & more. 5-5:45 pm with Dr. John Alexander. Contact Anne Albert with questions. Register.

And there's more

Contact John Alexander if you are interested in:

  • Handbell choirs.
  • Youth Choir pick-up opportunities.
  • Summer Choir, which rehearses at 9 am and sings at the 10 am combined service. You can drop in on Sundays that work for you.

 

Organs & More

The sanctuary organ, by Orgues Létourneau Limitée, contains more than 6,800 pipes divided into two instruments: a Chancel Organ of 86 stops and a Gallery Organ of 30 stops. Crowning the Chancel Organ is the Tuba Mirabilis, under 20 inches of wind pressure. The Gallery Organ has a Trompette-en-chamade. Memorial Chapel’s organ was built by J. Allen Farmer, Inc. The organ consists of 13 stops over one manual and a pedal division, along with a zimbelstern. Other instruments include a harpsichord and a variety of pianos.

Music Staff

Dr. John Alexander

Director of Music

Dr. Anne Albert

Director of Worship

Will Edwards

Director of Music for Rejoice! 

Rebecca Pugh

Assistant Organist