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 (19 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 10am to 11:30am and Thursdays from 7:15-8:45pm. We sing every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sunday, some Solemnities, Christmas, and Easter. 
• Join us for our first "no-commitment" rehearsals on September 4th and 5th( same times as above). WE WILL HAVE FOOD!!!
• 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.

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. In addition, accompanies the Parish Choir at Christmas, Confirmation, Easter Vigil, and Corpus Christi.
• Rehearses 7:00-8:00 pm on Tuesdays in the Music Room.
• Join us for our first "no-commitment" rehearsals on September 10th (same as above). WE WILL HAVE FOOD!!!
• No musical experience needed!
• High school and up.

Children's and REP Chorus: 1st to 6th Grade

• This is Incarnation Children's and REP Chorus:
  • Learn liturgical Catechisis
  • 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.
• Come to the REP Kick off Mass is on August 26th, 2019 at 6:30pm in the Church, for more information.
• Sings at the 9:30 am Mass at all the Family Masses. See REP Schedule.
• No musical experience needed - everyone is welcome!

 

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).
• Audition required.
• High school and up.

 

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 and Liturgy.
• Audition required.
• Potential opportunities to play at weddings/funerals, based on audition.
• High school and up.
• All Instrumentalist will be paid. Compensation will be determined by degree, experience, and proficiency.