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The Overbrook Choir

Activity An adult singing ensemble which rehearses weekly from September to May and sings at Sunday Worship Services in the Sanctuary from September through May. The choir also generally performs two concerts per year singing oratorios and cantatas often with orchestral and or organ accompaniment. It has traveled in the past to sing at the Advent-Sing in Vienna, Austria and anticipates possible trips in the future.
When? Rehearsal: Thursday evenings from 8:00 - 9:30 p.m., September through May, in the Choral Room on the first floor
Talent? There are no auditions to sing in the choir, just the expectation of regular commitment and anticipation of enjoying making music in a very friendly environment with a wonderful group of people. The ability to read music is a plus but is not required.
Contact Dennis Elwell, Minister of Music

The Overbrook Junior Choir

Activity A singing choir for children ages 7-12, which rehearses weekly from September to May and sings at Worship Services in the Sanctuary approximately once a month from October to May. The choir also sings at special holiday services during the year and frequently ends its season in May with a special cantata in Worship. The goal of the choir, however, is more than just singing in Worship, as it also serves an education purpose in teaching the children about the Bible and the church in general, and its sacred music.
When? Rehearsal: Sunday morning from 9:30 - 10:15, September through May, in the Choral Room on the first floor
Contact Margene Biedermann, Director. Parents are encouraged to speak with Mrs. Biedermann if their child would like to sing in the choir.

The Westminster Handbell Choir

Activity A teenage and adult ringing ensemble directed by Music Director/Organist, Dennis Elwell, which rehearses weekly from September to May and rings at Worship in the Sanctuary approximately once a month from October to May. This choir also rings at special holiday Worship services through the season. Rehearsals usually begin with a time of fellowship which unites teens and adults in a wonderfully unique way.
When? Rehearsal: Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Bell Room on the second floor
Talent? Though it is not mandatory and there are no auditions, it is helpful if new ringers have some basic music reading ability.
Contact Dennis Elwell, Minister of Music