Music at UMCWC
At the United Methodist Church of West Chester, we have an exciting music ministry for all ages and talents. In addition to traditional choirs and ensembles, we have a Praise Team (which includes instrumentalists), handbell choirs and a worship orchestra.
The Chancel Choir carries with it a long tradition of choral singing and ministry. The choir sings a variety of musical styles centering around classical and traditional choral music. Choir members experience good choral techniques, group vocal building, and other musical skills while keeping a focus on ministry to the congregation. The Chancel Choir sings every Sunday at the 8:45 am worship service and presents several special music events through the church year.
Jeannie Nelson, Director
Chancel Choir
All men are welcome to participate in the ensemble. Meets on a select Saturday mornings and sing during worship on select Sundays.
Mike Muzzo, Director
Men's Ensemble
The Praise Team, singers and instrumentalists, provides special music and leads singing at the 11 am Contemporary Worship Service on Sunday mornings. Keyboards, guitar, bass and drums make up the band which accompanies the praise and worship music. The group sings and plays a variety of Contemporary Christian music styles.
Jeannie Nelson, Director
Praise Team
The Handbell Choir ministers to the congregation in worship on a monthly basis playing original compositions as well as arrangements of favorite hymns and choruses. The choir enjoys sharing creative and more advanced handbell techniques. On occasion, the choir takes their joy of ringing to other events and churches.
Daniel Rotz, Director
Handbell Choir
Hope Choir
Karen Rotz, Director
For 4 & 5 year olds
Meets Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7 pm
Children will learn basic singing and musical skills as well as learning songs for worship. The choir sings in worship about every other month and at holidays..
Junior Choir
Jeannie Nelson, Director
For 3rd - 5th Graders
Meets Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:00 pm
​More advanced singing skills such as part singing and vocal production are emphasized. The children also learn more about connecting the music to the words and applying them to their daily lives. This choir sings in worship on select Sundays and presents during Children's Sunday.