To Sing and Ring

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It has been wonderful to see so many of you participate in Plymouth's music ministry this summer, thank you! From the Summer Choir outings (last one on August 20....come join us!) to musicians offering their talents on the occasional Sunday morning to the pop-up "eclectic service" appearances once a month (i.e. the 9:00 a.m. service worship style), the vibrancy has been yet another welcome sign of our emergence from COVID stasis to abundant life. 

Shall we continue this trend into the next program year? We surely can with your interest and participation!

If you have even the slightest curiosity in supporting Plymouth's musical worship life, I encourage you to consider participating in the Chancel Choir or Plymouth Ringers this year. We are a merry band who enjoy each other's company and the joy of making music together. We would love to have you with us!

New routines are hard to begin understandably, especially in today's often busy multifaceted lifestyle. I find namely two reasons though why some folks are hesitant to participate when they would like to consider doing so. These reasons are:

1. Inconsistent Wednesday Rehearsal and Sunday Attendance
   No problem! Participation in the Chancel Choir and Plymouth Ringers is absolutely not an all-or nothing commitment. In fact, no one is able to make every service or rehearsal! Participate in whatever capacity you are able to. I just ask that members inform me of their absences to assist in efficient worship planning.
   
   
2. "But I Am Not a Great Singer Or Musician!"
   Guess what....no problem! We are an amateur volunteer ensemble supported by experienced singers and musicians including our Staff Singers Lucas Jackson and Alex Young, for which we are grateful. Together we all sing and ring praises to God weekly during the academic year with the goal of intentional offering to Plymouth worship and a striving towards musical excellence to the best of our ability. In rehearsal, skills are learned and a deeper understanding of music is undertaken together. And it is fun!

I can assure you if you wish to sing or ring this year, we can make it happen. We would love for you to be with our merry band in whatever capacity you are able. Feel free to speak with me with your interest or questions after worship or contact me via the contact form or by phone at (970) 482-9212 ext. 116.

Ensemble rehearsals this fall begin on Wednesday, September 6. Plymouth Ringers rehearse in the Forum Room from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. The Chancel Choir meets in the sanctuary from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

I hope you will consider taking part in Plymouth's music ministry this year. As you can see, I promise we will make it very easy for you to join in! Let's continue the vital musical and worshipful expressions of voice and instrumental timbres for years to come. Together.        

Mark