Sacred Music Ministry Program

Everyone has a place in Incarnation's Music Ministry!  From seasoned professionals to those
who have never before made music, we have opportunities for all skill levels.  Below are descriptions of our ministries.  Just show up to any listed rehearsal by entering through the Adoration Chapel.  Specific rehearsal dates can be confirmed via the Calendar Page.
 

Incarnation Parish Choir

• This is Incarnation's choir for adults and teens.
  • Leads congregational music at Mass.
  • Learns and presents choral music of the Church - we sing everything that is appropriate for the sacredness of the Liturgy!
• Rehearses 7:30-9:00 pm Wednesdays. We sing every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sunday, some Solemnities, Christmas, and Easter. 
• Anyone who can sing is welcome!  A voice test is encouraged to find out what voice part you are within the Choir (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, or Bass). You do not need to be a professional singer to join this group. We will help you find your voice and feel welcomed into the Inc. Music Ministry Family.
• Protecting God’s Children / Virtus Certification required within 6 months of membership for those 18 and older.

 

Handbell Choir

• Plays handbells with the congregation.
• Learns and presents handbell ensemble music.
• Plays every 3-4 weeks at various Masses as scheduled, excluding Lent and Advent.
• Rehearses 6:00-7:00 pm most Wednesdays in Church.
• No musical experience needed!
• Protecting God’s Children / Virtus Certification required within 6 months of membership (18 and older).
• Grade 6 through adult.

Children's Choir

• This is Incarnation's children's choir:
  • Leads congregational music at Mass
  • Learns and presents age-appropriate choral music
  • Builds musicianship
  • Learns the Spirituality and Parts of the Sunday Mass.
• The Children's Choir leads the community's sung prayer, giving children the opportunity to serve the community and God
• Sings at the 9:30 am Mass on the first Sunday of every month.
• Rehearses 6:00-7:00 pm every Monday, except for during holidays and breaks.
• No musical experience needed - everyone welcome!
• Opportunity for children in grades 7 and 8 to cantor at liturgies by invitation or audition
• Grades 3 through 8

 

Cantors

• Anyone who is interested in becoming a Cantor must have an audition with the Music Director first, before joining.
• Cantors proclaim the psalm at liturgies, sing solo music as needed, leads the community's  prayer in the absence of a choir, sings for Funerals/Weddings, which are stipend positions.
• Cantors must possess a pleasing voice, demonstrate musical skill (this means able to read notes, match pitch, and ability to practice on there own), and most importantly, show respect during all Liturgical Celebrations.  
• Sing as scheduled (2-4 liturgies/month)
• Rehearses 7:30-9:00 pm on the 1st Monday of the month as scheduled
• Audition required
• Potential opportunities to cantor at funerals and weddings
• High school and older

 

Instrumentalist

• Instrumentalists add to the community’s music through the accompaniment of hymns and choral pieces and providing instrumental-only music at appropriate times of the year. 
• Play at various liturgies as agreed upon with Director of Music.
• Audition required
• Potential opportunities to play at weddings/funerals, based on audition.
• Age is not a consideration, but appropriate maturity and musical skill (see above) must be demonstrated