Join the Incarnation Sacred Music Ministry Family!
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 " Schedule" page.
Singers & Instrumentalists: “Why do we Sing (Play)?….For the Greater Glory of God.” “How Should we Sing (Play)?....From the Depths of our Hearts.” “What is Our Purpose for Singing (Playing)?....To Lead the People of God to Heaven.”
Adopted from "Sing to the Lord", USCCB (2007)
The Parish Junior High Ensemble(JHE) & Children's Choir (CC):
All are welcome! If interested in joining the JHE or CC Ensembles, please contact the Director of the Ensemble.
The JHE Ensemble is for the 6th, 7th, 8th, and Freshman in High School.
The CC Ensemble is for 4th and 5th Grades.
We have a Two-Fold Purpose in these ensembles:
create long-lasting bonds with each member of the vocal ensemble.
Experience the joy of music through different genera of music literature and singing with other chorus members/friends.
Rehearses are on Wednesdays from 7:10-8:00 pm for the JHE Ensemble and Tuesdays from 7:10-8:00 pm for the CC Ensemble.
We have a Winter and Spring concert. We do music from all genres for these concerts.
We also sing once a month at the Incarnation Church site at the 9:30 am Mass.
No musical background or audition is needed to join this chorus.
Incarnation Adult Bell Choir (High School and Up):
This is Incarnation's Bell Choir (high school level and up).
Leads congregational music at Mass.
Learns and presents Bell ensemble music - we ring anything that is appropriate for the sacredness of the Liturgy!
Rehearses are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:30-7pm.
Plays handbells with the congregation and/or with any of the choir ensembles.
Plays twice a month and rotates between the 4pm, 9:30am, and 11am Masses as scheduled, excluding Lent. In addition, accompanies the Parish Choir at Christmas, Confirmation, Easter Vigil, and Corpus Christi.
Rehearses 7:00-8:15pm on Tuesdays in the Music Room.
No musical experience is needed! That includes reading notes, instead, we read colors! We will help you learn how to ring bells and feel welcomed into the Inc. Sacred Music Ministry Family.
Instrumentalist (High School and Up):
Audition is required. Please fill out the "Sacred Music Interests Form" and our Music Director will contact you within 24 hours to schedule an audition.
Instrumentalists add to the community’s music through the accompaniment of hymns, choral pieces, and providing instrumental-only music at appropriate times of the year.
Play at various liturgies as agreed upon with the Director of Music and Liturgy.
Audition required.
Potential opportunities to play at weddings/funerals, based on audition.
High school and up.
All instrumentalists will be paid. Compensation will be determined by degree, experience, and proficiency.
Incarnation Parish Adult Choir (College and Up):
This is Incarnation's choir for adults (college level and up).
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 are on Wednesday from 7pm-7:40pm and Saturdays from 2:30-3:20pm.
The ensemble sings twice a month and rotates between the 4pm, 9:30am, and 11am Masses as scheduled. In addition, the Parish Choir at Christmas, Confirmation, Easter Vigil, and Corpus Christi.
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. Sacred Music Ministry Family.