For more information please call the music ministry office at (910) 323 2410 ext. 117
We are now recruiting for all groups within the music ministry. Whether you are an experienced musician or a secret ‘in the shower’ singer, there is an opportunity for you. We really want to see lots of new faces at rehearsals so come and give us a try!
PARISH CHOIR
Rehearsals - Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 8.45pm in the music suite.
Sings each Sunday at the 9.30 liturgy and on some Holy Days.
If you enjoy singing, you should be in this choir. We are a fun and friendly group of men, women and youth (grades 9 and up) of all levels of ability. No experience is necessary and if you don’t read music we can help you. Our choir has a very good reputation and we sing a wide range of repertoire in varied styles and languages. You can join Parish Choir at any time during the year so don’t wait to give us a call. We need singers in all voice parts.
BEREAVEMENT / WEDDING CHOIR
Rehearsals – None!
Sings at funerals and weddings.
The purpose of this group is to support the assembly response at weddings and funerals where there are often many visitors who are unfamiliar with our church’s music. We don’t sing fancy anthems, just hymns and Mass parts. Members are notified as soon as we are aware of an upcoming event and those that are available on that date just show up 15 minutes prior to the service. No experience is required but familiarity with the parish repertoire is a bonus.
CHORISTERS
Rehearsals – Tuesday evenings from 5.30pm to 6.30pm in the music suite.
Sings once or twice a month at different Sunday liturgies and Holy Days.
The Saint Patrick Choristers is a choir for young people in the 3rd through 8th grade from within the entire parish. There is no audition and all are welcome. While we strive for excellence in our performance standards, emphasis is placed on the idea that we are serving the parish by assisting in leading the assembly’s sung prayer. Regular attendance is strongly encouraged but we understand that families may not be available for every event.
JUNIOR CHORISTERS
Rehearsals – Tuesday evenings from 5.30pm to 6.30pm in the conference suite.
Sings 4 or 5 times a year at Sunday liturgy.
Formed in November 2006, this informal choir is for any interested child in grades K-2. The group learns basic vocal skills and some music reading skills through singing, movement and musical games. The emphasis is on participation rather than performance but the children will have the opportunity to sing at liturgy a few times each year. In its first year, this group had over 40 children registered with an average attendance of about 24.
PREPARATORY HANDBELLS
Rehearsals – Wednesdays from 4.30pmto 5.30pm or to suit the needs of those interested
Participates in liturgy once a reasonable level of skill has been achieved.
No experience necessary. You will learn basic music reading skills (if needed) and handbell technique in this group which is open to youth (grade 6 up) and adults. Rehearsals have traditionally been on Wednesday afternoons but could be changed depending on the schedules of those who are interested each year. We’d love to see enough new faces to start an intermediate group too! This is a great opportunity for those who love music but are not comfortable with the sound of their own voice!
ADVANCED HANDBELLS
Rehearsals – Wednesdays from 5.45pm to 7.15pm
Plays at liturgy about once a month and for some Holy Days.
This group is for handbell players with experience or accomplished musicians who are quick learners. Players normally begin in the preparatory group and join the advanced choir at the invitation of the director. We also attend a festival in the spring and occasionally play for Arts Council events in downtown Fayetteville. For those in the know, we usually play music of a level 3 standard, with an occasional level 4.
ORGAN SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Free organ lessons are available to adults or youth who are interested in learning this new skill. Applicants will hopefully have some keyboard skills and should be willing to use their talents during liturgy once they have become proficient players. Practice time on the organ is scheduled for each student. To apply, please contact the music ministry office. We regret that our organ scholar program is presently on hold while we are searching for a new full-time organist.
SPANISH CHOIR/CORO HISPANO
El coro hispano tene ensayos los miércoles por la noche desde las 7pm – 9pm. Todo aquel que esta interesado en pertenecer a este grupo vivaz debe comunicarse con Ángel Gerena al numero (910)476 7346.
CANTORS
Due to the level of skill needed for leading sung prayer effectively, cantors are chosen by the music ministry staff from the singers in our parish choirs. Membership in one of the choirs is necessary to maintain good communications with the music ministry leadership. Cantors are volunteers and not paid professionals.
The following two non-liturgical ministries are supported by the music ministry in the same way that the Catholic Church has historically raised people’s spirits as a great patron of the arts.
CANTATE
Rehearsals – Alternate Sunday evenings from 6pm to 9pm
This ecumenical female chamber choir is presently seeking all voices. Admission is by audition. Applicants should have good reading skills and a tone that blends well with others. This choir sings at occasional liturgies both here and at members’ churches as well as giving some concert performances. If you have friends from within or outside of St. Patrick’s who may be interested, please ask them to contact Steve in the music ministry.
MUSIC FOR CHARITY SERIES
The music series is always on the lookout for new board members, especially anyone with fundraising or grant-writing experience as well as volunteers to help with large mailings, put up posters, usher at concerts etc. Board meetings happen only as the need arises, usually about 5 or 6 times a year, as most of the administrative work is done by the music ministry staff. If you would like to help with this effort please contact the music ministry office.
For more information please call the music ministry office at (910) 323 2410 ext. 117
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