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MusicVocal Groups Soloists Instrumentalists Special Presentations Cantors Vocal GroupsSeveral years ago, there was one large choir at Prince of Glory. The size of this group began to dwindle over time as fewer and fewer people could attend rehearsals every week. As an answer to this problem, a few small choral groups were formed. The smaller groups didn't have to sing or rehearse each week and it was easier to find a night when a few people could get together and practice. Over time more groups have been formed by interested people. The various groups, along with any interested soloists, sign up for the specific Sundays that they would like to sing for. This system gives us a rich variety in the types of music presented and involves a much larger number of people in the music of our worship services. The POG Ensemble consists of 8 to 12 voices singing a variety of music. The Ensemble usually sings one Sunday per month. The POG Quartet also presents a variety of music suitable for a smaller group. The POG Singers sing three to four times a year. Any interested person is invited to join the group for two or three practices before each performance. If you like to sing, but are not confident about your abilities, this is still a group for you! The POG Folk Choir sings occasionally and is also open to anyone who would like to sing Folk music. No long term commitments are required! The Junior Choir is open to children from the 3rd or 4th grade through middle school. The group holds practices weekly and performs at selected Sunday services. The Junior Choir has also been known to select a musical play and perform it for the congregation. The last presentation was "I Witness News: Live From Jericho" in June, 2002.
SoloistsAnyone who would like to sing a solo at a Sunday service can sign up for the week of their choice. We have experienced a wide variety of music ranging from Classical to Gospel to Rock. InstrumentalistsWe encourage instrumental musicians to be involved in our worship services. We regularly use organ, piano, and synthesizer at our services. We also have several opportunities for others to be involved by backing up soloists, playing instrumental pieces, or playing instead of the organ and piano at a service. Some of the instruments that have been used in the past include guitar, drums, dulcimer, saxophone, flute, clarinet, trumpet and cello. Special PresentationsThe Christmas Musical is presented on the Sunday before Christmas. The Cantata "Canticle of Joy" was presented in 2002 by a massed choir with members from all of the vocal groups and additional members who don't regularly sing with a group. Music for our Ash Wednesday service is provided by a Combined Choir, consisting of members of all the vocal groups together with anyone else who is interested in participating. Community Services are held occasionally in cooperation with other churches in our area. These services usually offer the opportunity for musicians from Prince of Glory to present a selection. There are also occasions where we join with the choirs of our sister churches in a mass choir presentation. Folk Night Coffeehouse evenings are held occasionally. Soloists, small groups, choirs, etc. sing traditional, contemporary, or their own original folk music. Baked goods, a variety of teas, and, of course, coffee are served. This has been a great evening of entertainment for those who have attended. CantorsWe utilize cantors to assist the Pastor with the Communion Service liturgy. A cantor also participates in selected festival worship services. Anyone who is interested can be added to our list of available cantors. Training is available if desired. |
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