MUSIC MINISTRY AT HBBC
Music Ministry is at the heart of worship and the mission of the church. It inspires our faith and expresses our love for God. Music ministries create opportunities for spiritual and musical growth while enriching our worship and witness.
At Hayes Barton, we believe in the “voice of the congregation.” The congregation is our largest choir and we strive to empower that voice. Lifting our hearts in song unites our minds and spirits in the worship of God.
Our worship services are most often accompanied by organ and piano. The Hayes Barton Orchestra, the chamber orchestra, and our brass ensemble also accompany and lead quite often. Solo instrumentalists from our orchestra are featured frequently as well. In addition to our Chancel Choir, Chancel Choir Express, and Adult Ensemble, we have a range of other choirs, including preschool and children’s choirs, youth choir, and several handbell choirs. We encourage everyone to find a place to serve and grow in the ministry of music and worship.
MUSIC READING FOR ADULTS
Tuesdays from October 1-November 19 at 7:00 PM or Mondays from September 30-November 18 at 2:00 PM in the choir room
Have you always wondered what those notes in the hymnal mean or why some sounds are held longer than others in a song? If so, this class is for you!
If you can recite the alphabet from A to G and count from 1 to 4, you already have the skills to get started! You will learn how to place notes on the music staff, where these notes are on a piano keyboard and the different note values that make a melody rhythmically interesting. You do not need a piano or keyboard at home for this class.
Jennie Vance, a retired music professor from Meredith College, will teach 8 one-hour sessions. These classes will be limited to 10 people and cost $160 (the $20 registration fee is waived for HBBC members). Contact Lisa Moxley (lmoxley@hbbc.org) for more information.
FESTIVAL DAYS
We periodically have special days of worship, Festival Days, that feature special music, soloists, orchestra, and our festival choir. These days always provide meaningful and transformational times of worship.
Festival Days
Sunday, February 11
Sunday, March 31
Sunday, May 19
Sunday, September 22
Sunday, November 3
Sunday, December 15