Bethel United Methodist Church

Music Ministries

It has been said that music is the universal language of mankind. Maybe that's why Bethel takes its music ministry so seriously. We spend a lot of time and care on providing quality music programs for people of all ages and abilities. And the music we create not only enhances our worship services, it fulfills its ultimate goal...to give God glory!

The music ministries of Bethel Church. Giving God glory -

by offering our whole hearts and our best talents and efforts,

by giving each person's worship of God a voice,

by building up Christian community, and

by welcoming people of all ages to connect to God through music.

***COVID SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MUSIC REHEARSALS***

In an effort to diminish the possibility of covid transmission during music rehearsals, we will be implementing the following safety procedures:

1. Masks will be worn by children/adults per Bethel Trustees (Sept 13, 2021)

2. Children’s choirs will meet for no more than 45 minutes at a time.

3. Physical distancing will be required for all groups.

4. A commercial-grade HEPA filtration system will be used to circulate and clean the air in the music room and a 30 minute break between rehearsals will allow time for the air to be circulated properly.

5. Hand-washing and disinfecting precautions will be observed.

6. We will be prepared to alter or suspend rehearsals should it become necessary.

King's Kids

King's Kids is a children's choir for students in K - 2nd grade. We sing in worship, present musicals, participate in fun activities and learn about our faith through music. But most of all...we have a lot of fun! Contact Joyce Mentzer for more information.

REHEARSAL TIME
Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 in Music Room.
Note: all children will be required to wear a mask. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION?
King's Kids Brochure and calendar - click here
King's Kids On-line Registration - quick link

DON'T FORGET
Drop-off/Pick-up Policy: Parents must walk their child into the Music Room for rehearsals. Pick-up is promptly at 6:45 at the Music Room door. Thank you!
"J" Crew

"J" Crew is a children's choir for 3rd through 6th grade students. If you like to sing, ring handbells or act in musicals, this choir is for you! At "J" Crew...J stands for Jesus! Contact Joyce Mentzer for more information.

REHEARSAL TIME
Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 in Music Room.
Note: all un-vaccinated children will be required to wear a mask. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION?
"J" Crew Brochure and calendar - click here
"J" Crew On-line Registration - quick link

DON'T FORGET
Drop-off/Pick-up Policy: Parents must walk their child into the Music Room for rehearsals. Pick-up is promptly at 6:45 at the Music Room door. Thank you!
Youth Music Ministry

YM2 is a dynamic addition to our music ministry. For grades 7 through 12, YM2 offers an opportunity for teens to grow as musicians, Christians, and friends by using their talents for the glory of God. Contact Joyce Mentzer for more information.

REHEARSAL TIME
Tuesday evenings from 7:15 to 8:00 in Music Room.
Note: all un-vaccinated children will be required to wear a mask. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION?
YM2 Brochure and calendar - click here
YM2 On-line Registration - quick link
Chancel CHoir

The Chancel Choir welcomes all adults and older youth who enjoy singing traditional choral repertoire. They lead the music at the 11:00 worship service each week and present a major choral work/cantata each choral season. Please contact Joyce Mentzer for more information.

REHEARSAL TIME
Thursday evenings from 7:15-8:15 in the Music Room.
Note: all un-vaccinated participants will be required to wear a mask. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

Please register online so that we'll have all of the appropriate contact information!
Click HERE to register.
Miracle Singers

This group of singers and praise band instrumentalists serves our 9:15 contemporary worship service, "Come Alive Time." Their goal is to lead the congregation in expressing their praise and worship using fresh and meaningful contemporary music. Please contact Joyce Mentzer for more information.

REHEARSAL TIME
Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:15 in the Fellowship Hall
Note: all un-vaccinated participants will be required to wear a mask. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

Please register online so that we'll have all of the appropriate contact information!
Click HERE to register.
First Town Ringers

First Towne Ringers is Bethel's handbell choir. For older youth and adults, this 5-octave choir is a striking example of what can happen when we work together in unity as the body of Christ! If you know the basics of music reading and enjoy a good challenge, contact Joyce Mentzer for more information.

REHEARSAL TIME
Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:00 in the music room.
*Please check with Joyce Mentzer regarding openings prior to attending.

Please register online so that we'll have all of the appropriate contact information!
Click HERE to register.
Bethel Wind Ensemble

Bethel's Wind Ensemble is open to instrumentalists of all ages who enjoy God's gift of music and want to participate in the making of it! The ensemble meets seasonally to prepare music for special services such as Christmas Eve, Church Conference, or combined services. If you play any of the instruments listed below, or if you played when you were a kid and would like to begin again, the Wind Ensemble would be perfect for you! Contact Joyce Mentzer if you are interested.

Looking for musicians who play any of the following:
- Woodwind instruments: flute, piccolo, clarinet, alto sax, tenor sax, oboe, bassoon
- Brass instruments: trumpet, trombone, french horn, baritone, tuba
- Percussion and mallet instruments: drum set, snare, bass drum, cymbals, xylophone, etc.
- String instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, banjo