Music
St. Columba’s is a warm, welcoming place where music is an integral part of both worship and community life. The church’s long tradition of musical excellence is continued in our four singing choirs, handbell ensembles for youth and adults, and chamber orchestra. In addition, concerts offering a variety of organ, choral and instrumental programs are offered throughout the year. We encourage each of you to engage with us in our community of music makers by singing or ringing with one of our choirs, or attending a concert in our worship space. All are welcome!
Children & Youth Choirs & Handbells
Register here for any of our children and youth choirs Primary Choir, our choir for children in Kindergarten through second grade, works on songs and anthems to share in church, but their main focus is on learning and enjoying music together. The group rehearses Wednesdays 4:00-4:45 pm. Children’s Choir, for those in grades three through six, is…
Adult Choirs & Handbells
St. Columba Singers is composed of a group of dedicated men and women who enjoy singing and worshiping together. The group sings music from a variety of sacred styles, and welcomes singers of all levels from the parish and community. The choir sings each Sunday at the 11:15 am service and rehearses in person or on…
Daytime Singers
Singing together lessens anxiety, stimulates memory, increases lung capacity, promotes social bonding, and builds a sense of belonging and joy. It “fosters trust, cooperation, and social cohesion” while supporting “total growth of the human being.” Daytime Singers meets on Thursdays, 11-noon, and focuses on the benefits and joy of singing through warm-ups, breathing exercises, group…
Chamber Orchestra
For adults and experienced young instrumentalists, the Chamber Orchestra rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 8:15 – 10 pm and plays during Sunday services several times throughout the year. Please contact Peter Clamp for more information.
The Flentrop Organ
Flentrop Orgelbouw, Zaandam, The Netherlands St. Columba’s Flentrop organ has mechanical tracker action, two manuals and a pedal board. It was built in 1981 and expanded and revoiced in 2003. Our Flentrop Pipe Organ’s Story Written by Carl Schwartz The present stone church that is St. Columba’s was dedicated in 1927 replacing a wooden frame…
Annual New Year’s Eve Concert
6pm
Suggested donation $20. Students free.
Tickets at the door only.
A one-hour early evening concert of classics to modern featuring Rosa Lamoreaux, voice; Grace McFarlane, piano; Michael Bard, guitar, Anne Timpane, organ; and more.
