Music at Second
The Music Ministry is dedicated to fulfilling our mission to lead the congregation in joyful worship through music. We want to exercise and develop the God-given musical talents of this congregation so they can be used to glorify Him.
Adult
The Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir leads the congregation in worship and in song at the 10:50 a.m. service on Sunday mornings and in special services and concerts throughout the year. This is the main group of volunteer singers made up of all ages and abilities. In addition to these events, Chancel Choir members attend Wednesday night rehearsals, Sunday morning warm-ups and occasional sectional rehearsals.
The Westminster Singers
The Westminster Singers is a smaller ensemble of singers chosen by the director of music from members of the Chancel Choir. This group serves at the 8:15 a.m. Sunday worship services and at other special services as the need arises. Westminster Singers attend Wednesday evening rehearsals and rehearse before the 8:15 a.m. service.
Sunday Mornings
Warm-up rehearsals before services begin at:
7:30 a.m. for the 8:15 a.m. service (usually Westminster Singers only), and
10:30 a.m. for the 10:50 a.m .service (Chancel Choir)
Wednesday Night Rehearsals
Rehearsals are 90 minutes long and begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. each Wednesday night that MidWeek classes are in session. When Midweek is not in session, rehearsals begin at 7 p.m. Rehearsals are held in the choir room.
Youth
The Youth Ensemble
The Youth Ensemble is for seventh through twelfth graders. They rehearse Wednesday evenings, 5:30-6:15 p.m. in the adult choir room. The ensemble sings at various services throughout the year.
Memphis Christian Youth Choir (MCYC)
MCYC is an auditioned, a capella choir of students in ninth through twelfth grades. Members come from as many as 17 different churches and 12 different schools in the Memphis area. They sing at Second and other churches in the Memphis area and also tour each spring. For more information about MCYC, call the Music Ministry Office at 454-0034, ext. 125.
Children
Our Mission is to provide a comprehensive music program for kids that educates, motivates and encourages them to use their gifts in the area of the arts for the Glory of God!
Wednesday Night Program
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Our Wednesday night program is geared for kids ages 3-first grade. Your child will enjoy a time of singing favorite church songs, movement activities, introduction to music theory and story time. A snack, provided by parent volunteers, is also included. Jr. Cherub, Sr. Cherub, and 1st grade choirs sing for Sunday worship at least three times during the choir year. A joint children's and youth choir concert is given in the spring.
Transition choir
This newly formed choir is for children age 3 up to 4 years of age; room D100
Jr. Cherub choir
Designed for children that are currently enrolled in a Pre-K or 4K program; room D103
Sr. Cherub choir
For children currently enrolled in a Kindergarten program; D102
1st Grade choir
Welcomes all first graders; D103
Sunday Night Program
4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Children in grades 2-6 are invited to join us for choir (4:30 - 5:30) and *supper (5:30 - 6:00) This exciting program provides many artistic experiences from singing to hand chimes. Both Sunday night choirs sing in worship throughout the choir year and perform a musical in the spring. Other activities have included singing off site for nursing homes and "Christmas Cottage," going to local theatre productions and the Memphis Ballet performance of "The Nutcracker."
Music Makers
for second and third graders; D103
Spirit and Song
designed for fourth through sixth graders; D109
*dinner, provided by parent volunteers, is held in C100
Summer Opportunities
ME and U
For children ages 3 through those who have completed kindergarten. It is designed for you and your child to enjoy time together with friends and each other. Your child will enjoy music, movement and a story time while you join other moms for creative ideas and helpful hints on a wide variety of topics. Moms join their children for a craft time together in the Fellowship Hall. THURSDAY MORNINGS IN JULY.
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RhythmU Arts Camp
Geared for children that have completed the first grade through those entering the sixth grade. Students participate in a visual arts class, drama and music. A program is presented on Friday for parents and friends. First Week of August 9 -1 p.m.
