When in our music God is glorified and adoration leaves no room for pride, It is as though the whole creation cried: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Let every instrument be tuned for praise; Let all rejoice who have a voice to raise; And may God give us faith to sing always: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia – Fred Pratt Green (1903-2000)
Dunwoody UMC is known for its vibrant music ministry that reaches across all ages and serves to enhance all of our worship services. From handbells to choirs, there are many opportunities to serve DUMC with your musical talent. Some groups require previous musical experience, while others are open to all and do not require auditions.
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Adults
Chancel Choir
The premier musical ensemble of DUMC. In addition to singing during the Traditional Worship service on Sundays, the Chancel Choir hosts multiple performances each year, including a Christmas concert. New singers are always welcome and no audition is required.
Mark Lamback
Musica Gloria
A small, largely a cappella choral ensemble whose members come from the Chancel Choir. Basic music reading skills are needed, and private auditions are held as a prerequisite. Musica Gloria often sings in worship and at other events upon request.
Mark Lamback
Women’s Choir
This ensemble is for women who are available to rehearse during the weekday. Repertoire for this group is light and fun and includes both sacred and secular selections. They share the gift of music during worship, and as a form of outreach at local nursing homes and community centers.
Mark Lamback
Dunwoody Handbell Ringers
An advanced group that performs regularly for worship services and concerts. Music reading is required for this ensemble. Performances vary.
Mark Lamback
Midweek Handbell Ringers
A seasonal handbell ensemble that performs at the annual Holiday Festival and during Holy Week. Contact mark.lamback@dunwoodyumc.org for information about when this group will meet.
Mark LambackYouth
Bells Aflame Youth Handbell Choir
The Youth Handbell Choir is open to youth in grades 6 through 12. No experience is necessary, although it is helpful to have some basic knowledge of reading musical notation, especially rhythms. We perform several times throughout the year, including the Family Christmas Concert, Christmas Eve service and Youth Sunday in the spring.
Performances vary.
Mark Lamback
Chrysalis Youth Choir
The Youth Choir is a group of musically gifted teenagers in grades 6 through 12. They minister through music in worship, on mission trips, in concerts and on summer choir tours. We welcome all youth who want to make a joyful noise and enjoy Christian fellowship. Performances vary.
Mark LambackChildren
Our Children’s Choirs and Tone Chimes Choir will begin on August 17th, but children are welcome to join anytime! Preschool Choirs & Tone Chimes meet at 4:30 p.m. and Elementary Choirs at 5:00 p.m. Tone Chimes will meet in the Bell Choir Room on the first floor (#102) and choir meets upstairs in the Children's Choir Room. Ms. Nicole, Mr. Mark and Ms. Marianella are excited to see everyone!
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Cherub Preschool Choir
Open to preschoolers ages 3 (by Sept. 1) through 4 years old. Children are introduced to singing in their “singing voice”, playing rhythm instruments, and what it means to be a choir. The children learn that through music even the youngest of God’s children can participate in worship.
Nicole Norgaard
Celebration Choir, Carol Choir & The Choristers
Open to elementary aged children, Kindergarten through 5th grade. Children build on their musical knowledge learned in Cherub Choir while also beginning to learn how to read music. Members begin singing in parts, expand their knowledge of musical notation, and begin preparing for leadership in worship services. Special events for the year include concerts, Christmas Eve services and community outreach.
Nicole Norgaard
Tone Chimes Ensemble
This beginning choir uses tone chimes, which are similar to handbells, and is for third through fifth-graders. Music experience is helpful, but not required. Performances are at various services throughout the year.
Mark Lamback
HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS?
If you have other specific questions or need more information about our Music program, please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.