First United Methodist Church of Tuscaloosa
Friday, May 18, 2012

MUSIC MINISTRY OF FUMCT

May and June Encore Music
 
From May 20th until June 24th, the Music Ministry of FUMCT will provide a different kind of offering for worship. We would like the these months to be filled with an “Encore” of some of your favorite hymns, solos and duets, and your favorite choir anthems.

Please fill out the following short survey below.  Check your favorite anthems.  You may check more than one.  Remember to click SUBMIT below in order to send your responses.  Thank you.
 
 
Name:  
 
Email Address:   
 
Your Favorite Hymn:   
 
Your Favorite Solo/Duet: 
 
Click the box next to your favorite anthems from the following list.  You may check more than one.
 
My Eternal King by Jane Marshall

All Good Gifts by David Schwoebel
 
Draw Us in the Spirit’s Tether by Harold Friedell
 
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring by Johann Sebastian Bach

Softly and Tenderly arr. Rene Clausen

The Lord Is My Shepherd from Requiem by John Rutter

Saints Bound for Heaven arr. Parker-Shaw
 
My Shepherd Will Supply My Need arr. Mack Wilberg
 
Witness arr. Jack Halloran

Hear My Prayer arr. Moses Hogan
 
Jesus Calls Us by Joy Patterson
 
How Can I Keep from Singing?  arr. Bradley Ellingboe
 
Please remember to click SUBMIT below to send your responses.  Thank you.
 
 
 
 

Music Ministry at FUMCT 

Directed by James Seay, the Music Ministry of FUMCT provides the music leadership for the 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Traditions services, special seasonal services, Children’s Musicals, and music mission opportunities. The Music Ministry offers a wonderful opportunity for small group fellowship and service within the life of the church. 
 
ADULT CHANCEL CHOIR
Directed by James Seay
 
The Chancel Choir of FUMCT leads the music for the 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Traditions worship services and special seasonal services throughout the year. The Adult Choir also provides two large scale offerings a year with orchestra. Some of the recent works have included the John Rutter Requiem and Magnificat, the Dubois Seven Last Words, and Mendelssohn's Elijah in a joint project with the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra and the Tuscaloosa Community Singers.  New members are welcome at any time of the year. Rehearsals are held in the Lower Level Room 004, 7:00-8:30 p.m. each Wednesday evening. If you are interested please contact James Seay at james@fumct.org.
 
 
   
CHANCEL HANDBELL CHOIR
 Directed by Jerrod Newell
 
The Chancel Handbell Choir is open to college students and adults who have some knowledge of music. This group provides music for Traditions worship once a month and takes part in seasonal worship services. Rehearsal is held during the school year in the Lower Level Room 003 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. If you are interested, please contact Jerrod Newell at jerrod@fumct.org.
 
 
 
 
CHILDREN'S CHOIRS
 
Children's Choirs are a vital part of the Music and Worship Ministry of FUMCT.  The program includes choirs for children ages 3 through 5th grades. The children meet weekly during the school year on Wednesday nights for music, fun, and fellowship and are a regular part of worship services and special seasonal celebrations.  The Children’s Choirs also prepare two musicals a year that incorporate music, drama, scenery, and costumes. If you are interested in the Pre-School Choir program please contact August Junkin at augustjunkin@comcast.net. If you are interested in the Elementary Children’s Choirs please contact James Seay at james@fumct.org.
 
 
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
 
Instrumental music is a vital part of the music ministry of FUMCT. Ensembles and soloists meet as needed. For more information or to volunteer your talent in worship, contact James Seay at james@fumct.org.