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Something to Sing and Ring About

Many have said that one of the most pleasant, rewarding and challenging activities you can be part of is singing in a choir.  At American Lutheran Church we are blessed to offer numerous opportunities for adults, youth and children to participate in wonderful choral and instrumental music.  Some of the congregation's most dedicated people are the musicians.

 

Contact Information

Jim Klein, Minister of Music

Contact Jim by e-mail above for more information or to participate in any of the Vocal Choirs and/or Handbell Choirs.  Newcomers are always welcome!  There is also an opportunity for instrumental and vocal soloists and small groups in leadership capacities in the worship services.

 

Jake Madlock, Director of Contemporary Music

Contact the Church office by e-mail above for more information or to participate in the worship teams for the 10:00 AM Sunday Changes or the 5:00 PM Come Alive! worship services.

 

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Vocal Choirs

Alleluia Choir
Ages 4-5 (Pre-K).  This is a "choir in training".  The young children are introduced to several types of music-making.  Each session contains singing, playing instruments, learning basic music reading, and lessons about worship or the church year.

Begins:  October 18, 2010

Rehearsal: Mondays 1:00 - 1:45 PM in the Choir Room

Sing: 3 - 4 times per year

Limited Enrollment.

Alleluia Choir helpers:  Mimi Marshall, Debbie Smith, Deborah Campbell, Justine Mendenhall.

Alleluia Choir pictures

 
Cherub Choir
Kindergarten through 2nd Grade.  This choir begins to explore worship leadership and quality church music for children.  Rehearsals include fun ways to explore pitch matching, rhythm and music reading.

Begins:  September 7, 2010

Rehearsal: Tuesdays 3:15 - 4:00 PM in the Choir Room

Sing: About once a month plus festivals.  Sings with Seraphim Choir on Special Occasions.

Cherub Choir helpers:  Jeanne Bell

Musical pictures   Cherub Choir pictures

 
Seraphim Choir
Grades 3rd through 6th.  This choir sings a wide range of music from traditional to contemporary and is actively involved in worship leadership.  Opportunities for solos and small group singing and instrumental accompanying of songs are available.  Children are encouraged to expand their vocal range and musical abilities.

Begins:  September 8, 2010

Rehearsal: Wednesdays 4:00 - 4:45 PM in the Choir Room

Sing: About once a month, sometimes twice, plus festivals.  Sings with Cherub Choir on Special Occasions and presents an annual musical.

Seraphim Choir helper: Yvonne Mills

Musical pictures

 
Youth Choir
Grades 7 through 12.  This choir sings a variety of styles of music in 3-4 parts.  They are actively involved in worship leading.  Emphasis is on developing a good choral tone, blend, and singing independent voice parts.  There are often opportunities for capable singers to solo. Participates in an annual musical.

Begins:  August 22, 2010

Rehearsal: Sundays 11:15 AM-12:15 PM in the Choir Room

Musical pictures

 
Jubilate Choir
Adult women's ensemble sings 2,3, and 4-part music in a variety of styles, including traditional, gospel and contemporary.  This choir sings 2-3 Sundays a month.  They occasionally sing with other choirs at festival worship and other special services.  Music reading is not necessary, but of course, helpful.
Begins: September 8, 2010
Rehearsal: Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 PM in the Choir Room.
 
Sanctus Choir
Adult mixed voice choir that sings for most Sundays either at 8:30 or 10:00am Sanctuary service.  Sanctus Choir sings a variety of styles of music from A Cappella motets to hymn arrangements; large choir works to spirituals, gospel arrangements & global pieces.  Note reading is desirable to meet the demands of the music.
Begins: September 9, 2010
Rehearsal: Thursdays 7:00 - 8:30 PM in the Choir Room.
 

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Handbell Choirs

Joy Bell Choir

Grades 3rd - 6th.  This is a beginning and developing handbell choir.  The children are introduced to basic ringing technique and easy to moderately easy handbell pieces.  Music reading is not necessary, but aids in the progress of the ensemble.
Begins: September 8, 2010
Rehearsal: Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:00 PM in the Sanctuary
 
Hosanna Ringers
Grades 7th - 12th.  This group of ringers is ringing more advancing pieces as the year progresses.  They ring 5-7 times per year.  They have rung for regional and state handbell festivals and will continue to be challenged as these talented young people gain experience.  Note reading is helpful.
Begins: September 8, 2010
Rehearsal: Mondays 5:00 - 5:45 PM in the Sanctuary
 
Peals of Praise
Advanced adult handbell choir that rings about twice a month at various sanctuary worship services.  Music reading is required.  Often playing very demanding music, this ensemble participates in special programs and handbell festivals annually.
Begins: September 8, 2010
Rehearsal: Wednesdays 8:00 - 9:30 PM in the Sanctuary
 
Chancel Chimers
Intermediate adult handbell ensemble that rings about once a month for worship.  Music reading highly desirable.  Plays occasionally at nursing homes, programs, and handbell festivals.
Begins: September 9, 2010
Rehearsal: Thursdays 1:00 - 2:00 PM in the Sanctuary
 
Glory Ringers
Beginning to intermediate handbell ensemble that rings about once a month for worship.  Music reading is not necessary, but helpful.  If you can walk in rhythm (and chew Gummi Bears), you should do well.  Beginners welcome, with private lesson available from the maestro.
Begins:  September 14, 2010
Rehearsal: Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary
 
Heavenly Chimers
High school/adult chime choir group for those with special disabilities.  Music is played from charts.  Emphasis is on gradual skill development through gentle encouragement.  Will play for worship when musicians feel ready and comfortable, as well as for community events.
Begins: September 16, 2010
Rehearsal: Thursdays 4:30 - 5:15 PM in the Choir Room    (3 Thursdays per month)
Heavenly Chimers helpers:  Deborah Campbell and Bob Collins
 
      Adult Handbell Ensemble
      Duet, trio, quartet, quintet - rehearsals as scheduled
 

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Pipe Organ Information

Click here to view pictures of Schantz Pipe Organ installed in 2007.
Click here to view the pipe organ specifications.

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AMERICAN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

1085 SCOTT DRIVE

PRESCOTT, AZ 86301

(928) 445-4348