Music Ministry
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- Contemporary Choir
- Traditional Choir
- Handbell Ringers
- Teen Music Ministry
- Children's Choir
- Cantors/Accompanists/Instrumentalists
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The Contemporary Choir consists of adult volunteers who sing music of a more contemporary nature with piano and other instruments.
Currently split into smaller ensembles to serve on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at the 8 am and 12 noon Masses.
Also serves on Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday morning. Combines with the Traditional Choir for Thanksgiving, Holy Week, special feast days and Parish celebrations.
Rehearsals include both ensembles on Thursday nights from 7:30 – 9:00 pm September through May/June.
Membership requires a pleasant singing voice or ability to play an instrument and a regular ongoing commitment of talent and time to rehearsal and Masses.
The ability for singers to read music is not required but helpful.
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The Traditional Choir consists of adult volunteers who sing a wide variety of choral music during the 10 am Sunday Mass on the second and fourth Sunday of the month, September through May/June.
Also serves on Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday morning. Combines with the Contemporary Choir for Thanksgiving, Holy Week, special feast days, and Parish celebrations.
Rehearsals are Wednesday nights from 7:30 – 9:00 pm September through May/June.
Membership requires a pleasant singing voice and a regular ongoing commitment of talent and time to rehearsals and Masses.
The ability to read music is not required but helpful.
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The Parish of St. Patrick has 3 octaves of handbells and 3 octaves of choir chimes. It is open to note-readers aged 13 years through Adult.
They play 4 – 5 times a year: Christ the King (10 am Mass), Christmas Eve or Epiphany*, Palm Sunday or Easter Sunday*, and Pentecost.
*(subject to the availability of the full complement of Ringers).
Rehearsals normally take place on Sundays from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, October through May.
Ringing techniques are taught as part of rehearsals.
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Open to Singers age 13 – 19.
Open also to Instrumentalists age 13 – 19 with a minimum of 4 years experience on their instrument (audition required).
They serve once a month at the 12 noon Mass, Christmas Eve, either Palm Sunday or Easter Sunday, and Confirmation.
Rehearsals are on Sundays from 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm, except on the days they serve at the Mass.
Ability to read music is a plus but not required.
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Currently seeking revival after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Open to Singers in Grades 3 – 7 who are members of the Parish.
Draws from the Parish, Parish School.
Rehearsal day and time TBD.
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Audition required. Serve on a schedule.
Volunteer position for weekend / Holy Day Masses.
1 weekday rehearsal for weekend Masses
Compensation for Weddings and Funerals for those with vocal training.
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Welcome!
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For registration and auditions, Contact
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Kathleen Fitzpatrickkathy.fitzpatrickstpatrickadw.orgMusic Coordinator
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Children's Choir
The St. Patrick Children’s Choir is open to any student in the third through eighth grades currently a member of the parish. The Children’s Choir generally sings the second Sunday of each during the 10:00 a.m. Mass, Lessons and Carols, Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m. Mass, other parish celebrations, and community events. In addition to singing at parish liturgies, those children in the parish school will sing once a month during the Wednesday 9:10 a.m. School Mass. Choir members will deepen their faith through the singing of age-appropriate texts and selections from the treasury of Catholic sacred music. They will grow as music ministers, leading the community to a full and more active participation in the liturgy. In addition to choral singing, selected students can be cantors and others will rotate through percussion instruments and tone chimes to further enhance their musical experience.
For more information, contact Patti Sullins at (301) 924-2285 x 306 or [email protected].
Rehearsals
Day & time TBD.
Attendance
Attendance is monitored at all rehearsals and performances. Failure to participate consistently shows a lack of commitment. If a choir member is ill or knows in advance of a conflict that will prevent him or her from participating in a rehearsal or performance, please contact Henry Bauer at (301) 924-2285 x 306 or [email protected].
Liturgies and Performances
The Children’s Choir sings the second Sunday of each month during the school year for the parish 10:00 a.m. Mass, Lessons and Carols, Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m. Mass, as well as other parish and community events. A calendar of events is provided. Additional details will be given as each performance draws near.
For all Sunday liturgies, choir members should meet in the church, properly dressed, and be seated by 9:30 a.m. It is very important for choir members to have time devoted to warm-up and a short rehearsal before Mass, so please be on time. Arrival times for other events will be specified.
Reminders & Information
Information about upcoming rehearsals, liturgies, and other Children’s Choir events will be sent via e-mail. Please be sure to keep all contact the information current to facilitate communication.
Music
It is the responsibility of each member to care for his or her music. Choral music is provided for each member and is the property of St. Patrick’s.
Food
No eating, drinking, or chewing gum is permitted during rehearsals or performances.
Dress for Masses and Performances
Girls are to wear a white-collared shirt, black skirt or pants, and dark shoes. Boys are to wear a white-collared shirt, solid green (school) tie, black pants, and dark shoes. Green ties will be provided for all of the girls and for those boys not in the parish school.
Registration
Membership in the Children’s Choir is a privilege and a responsibility. Choir members and parents are, therefore, requested to complete and sign the Children’s Choir Registration Form, promising to abide by the guidelines listed.
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