Music

Our Music

"I will sing to the Lord as long as I live..."

Psalm 104:33

More research is only confirming what many of us have believed for a long time…that music is the universal language of humankind. Findings suggest that not only is music deeply rooted in our human nature, but some types of songs transcend cultural boundaries.
Regardless the type or style, there is no doubt in the power of music in our common human experience. With transcendence and meaning often without the use of words, music also provides important paths of expression to enhance our spiritual life. Certainly from ancient Biblical times until now, dance, instrumental music and song continue to be important and integral parts of our worship experience.
Montreat Presbyterian Church honors the importance of music in our spiritual life and worship through a variety of ways:
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montreat presbyterian church choir with pastor Keith Gregg

Chancel Choir

Weekly rehearsals are held on Sunday afternoons, with rehearsals taking place in either the Allen Building or Upper Anderson. At any time, we encourage interested singers to “Come Try Choir” – we welcome you to try this uplifting experience of blending our voices together in unison or beautiful harmony.

Why Do We Sing:

To Provide Leadership

To Give Glory To God

To Enhance Our Worship Service

Our Music Experience

Our anthems and responses come from a wide variety of music styles – from classical to contemporary, global music of the world church, spirituals and Appalachian music, contemplative and Taize styles, and more. Our music is rehearsed in preparation for weekly worship, and occasionally for other worship services in the community.

We enjoy occasional choir retreats for special seasons of the year especially Advent/Christmas and Lenten music, This is open to all in choir and others as well who may only be able to sing during a special season.

In 2024 we began a Harp Circle with a group of interested players, some who already had harp experience. Already this group is growing, and we welcome others who may be interested in trying their hands (literally) at playing this beautiful Celtic instrument.

It’s time to get out those flutes, trombones, trumpets, baritone horns, saxophones, harps, and violins. Or maybe you have a flugelhorn, bouzouki, mandolin, bagpipes or banjo. If you play proficiently, all are welcome and we would like to involve you and your music to be part of our worship experience.

If you would like to be involved in choir or as an instrumentalist, please let our director, Vivian Hare, know your interest. All are welcome!

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