Under the direction of Corey Powell (Director of Music Ministries) and Linda Haggard (Director of Choirs), Central United Methodist Church is blessed with an outstanding, full music program that includes the adult Chancel Choir, children and youth choirs, handbell choir, and brass ensemble. Corey Powell, Organist and Director of Music Ministries, provides music on pipe organ and piano.
If you sing or play an instrument, it’s always a great time to join the Music Ministry! We have a full ministry of music programs. If you would like to offer your talents to the glory of God, we would like to hear from you!
Chancel Choir
As Central’s main worship choir, the Chancel Choir sings most Sundays in the 10:55 a.m. service and occasionally in both Sunday services. During special seasons of the year, the choir presents larger works with orchestral accompaniment. Membership is open to adults of any age and students in high school. Rehearsals take place on Wednesday nights from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Choir Room.
A choir for adults with a more casual atmosphere. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays of each month from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. in the Choir Room, and the group sings in worship (usually the 8:45 a.m. service) about once per month. Contact: Linda Haggard (828) 253-3316, ext. 1302
Youth Choir
For students in grades 6-12, this group meets on Sunday afternoons from 12:15 – 2:30 p.m. and sings occasionally in worship. The Youth Choir and the Children’s Choir meet in Fellowship Hall at 12:15 for a group meal. While one choir is rehearsing, the other choir is doing activities with the Director of Youth Ministries and then the two choirs switch places. Contact: Linda Haggard (828) 253-3316, ext. 1302
Chancel Bells
Directed by Director of Music Ministries, Corey Powell, this ensemble rings in worship twice each semester. Rehearsals take place in the Bell Room each Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
One of our most vibrant and growing music groups, the Brass Ensemble is made up of brass instrumentalists from the congregation and community. The group meets on Monday evenings in the Choir Room from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. and leads worship once every six weeks, as well as for special services and seasons. Contact: Richard Provine (828) 702-9655 or by email.
Children’s Choir
This choir is for children age 5 through 5th grade. Meets on Sundays from 12:15 – 2:30 p.m, September through April. The Youth Choir and the Children’s Choir meet in Fellowship Hall at 12:15 for a group meal. While one choir is rehearsing, the other choir is doing activities with the Director of Youth Ministries and then the two choirs switch places. The highlight of the year is the annual Children’s musical presented in worship each Spring.
