"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord." Col. 3:16
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We are currently looking for more vocalists or musicians. Think you might be interested? |
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Music Group was introduced as an alternative kind of music for the Children’s Liturgy
Mass held at 10am every Sunday. After consulting with Stella Middlemiss, the group was
founded on the lines of her own Music Ministry at nearby
All Saint’s, and the first 10am music group
appeared in January 1992. The ‘alternative kind of music’ had to appeal both to children and a generally younger congregation. It needed to retain reverence in worship but also include a new dimension - a contemporary feel, far removed from the 'Victorian' style. So the songs have a modern sound/format, and lyrics which sound natural and meaningful. The whole Mass has a more upbeat and ‘joyful’ ambience. For those who prefer a more conservative Liturgy, Saturday 6pm, and Sunday at 8.30am and 11.30am each have their own style in a more traditional format. The Music Group hopes it gets it right in the choice and style of songs performed. Judging by attendance figures, (and the many small faces gazing curiously at the group members) we must be doing something right! The songs are picked by Kay who has to ensure that they are liturgically correct as well as being relevant to the theme of each Sunday, feast, or celebration. This is why requests for certain songs cannot always be performed until the Church calendar allows. But we welcome your requests at any time. |
