Opportunities in the Holy Family Music Ministry:
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Christmas Choir & Triduum Choir:  (Soprano I–Soprano II-Alto-Tenor-Bass) These choirs provide our beautiful music for the holidays.  Comprised mostly of Parish Choir and Teen Singer members, we also regularly include singers whose schedules do not permit them to sing in a choir throughout the year.  We start rehearsals 6-8 weeks prior to Christmas and Triduum, rehearsing in 134A at 8:00 p.m., immediately following the Parish Choir rehearsal.  As with the Parish Choir, holding a tune is a requirement, reading music is not.  These choirs generally sing more challenging music, such as “The Passion of Our Lord according to St. John” by Randall DeBruyn and the Hallelujah Chorus.
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Knights of Columbus Choir:  This choir is comprised entirely of members of the Knights of Columbus singing in two-part harmony.  We sing in October for Columbus Day, in the Spring for The Knights' Anniversary and Father's Day, and for one other occasion during the year.  We hold several rehearsals before we are scheduled to sing. These rehearsals are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursdays in room 134B.  This is a very energetic, fun group of male singers!
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Teen Singers:  (6^th grade through college students)    The Teen Singers rehearse on Sunday afternoons at 5:00 p.m. in Room 134A.  The families take turns bringing in dinner for us between rehearsal and Christian Formation classes in the evening.  Singing and eating together, we forge lasting friendships with other teens of faith.  We usually sing at two liturgies a month, including Midnight Mass and Baccalaureate.  On occasion, we sing at assisted living and nursing homes.  All members must be able to hold a tune.  We sing in two or three part harmonies.  Choral students will especially enjoy singing with us.
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Junior Youth Choir: (Grades 1 through 5)  The Junior Youth Choir is open to all children grades 1 through 5.  This choir provides young parishioners with a fun atmosphere where they learn to sing and communicate their faith through music. This program runs in conjunction with the school year and Christian Formation.  We generally sing at one liturgy a month during the school year, including the afternoon mass on Christmas Eve.  Through the end of  this year, Junior Youth Choir will be rehearsing and singing with the Teen Singers.  Please see the schedule for the Teen Singers, aslo on this web site.  Come join the fun!
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Holy Family Ringers:  Also known as the Handbells or, affectionately, the “Ding-a-Lings”, we meet at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays in Room 134B from September through early June.  We have 3-octaves of Schulmerich handbells and play a wide range of music – from hymns to classical to rock ‘n roll to western!  While reading music is helpful, it is not necessary.  We will teach you all you need to know!  Generally, each player plays two handbells – one for each hand.  As a member of this small ensemble, you will be an integral part of the group and always feel needed!  Our ages range from Middle School students through Retirees.  Parent-child ringers are welcome.  We ring about once a month at mass, including Christmas Eve and Easter.  Our final performance is at the Parish Fair in June.
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Instrumentalists:   Individual instrumentalists also enhance the music at our liturgies.  There are many, varied possibilities for solo and ensemble playing.  Contact the Music Minister  for details.   Rehearsals will be scheduled as needed.

Cantor: The cantor is the leader of sung prayer at our liturgies.  As such, cantors assume the responsibility to maintain their vocal skills and learn the music thoroughly, memorizing some of it.  As one parishioner said, “No one will out-sing the cantor”!  Cantors must read music, have a strong singing voice and possess the confidence to lead the assembly in song.  To this end, attendance at weekly rehearsals, preferably as a member of the Parish Choir or Teen Singers, is part of the commitment our cantors make.  Please contact the Music Minister  for an interview if you are interested.
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Pianist/Organist:   The pianist or organist accompanies the music at our liturgies.  We welcome players of any age who possess the necessary keyboard skills.  We are willing to train in the art of accompaniment.  Please contact the Music Minister for an interview if you are interested.
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