The music program is a vital part of worship and ministry at Longs Peak. We strive to offer an atmosphere where music is glorifying to God and where individuals can grow spiritually and musically through music opportunities offered at Longs Peak.
ADULT OPPORTUNITIES
Our Choir performs a variety of traditional and contemporary music regularly at services throughout the year. This 25-member group is open to anyone wanting to sing. We meet on Tuesday evenings from 7:20-8:10. All voices and levels welcome.
Acapella Choir is a select group specializing in singing music without accompaniment and sings monthly at services. We meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:15.
Our Praise Team leads worship at our 9:00 a.m. contemporary service. This group is comprised of singers, piano, guitar, bass and drums. This group rehearses on Tuesday evenings from 8:10-9:00.
Adult Handbell Choir meets on Thursday evenings at 6:00. They perform regularly at services throughout the year. They present annual Christmas and spring concerts, jointly with our flute ensemble, as well as performing in the community and at other churches. Some music reading is required for this group.
The Longs Peak Flute Ensemble is a select group open to high school and adult flute players. They rehearse on Sunday afternoons, and perform at services and throughout the community.
The Longs Peak Dixieland Gospel Band rehearses Monday evenings at 7:00. They make a joyful noise unto the Lord, playing for church and community events.
Nursing Home Ministry
Hymn leaders and accompanists provide music for our nursing home ministry.
Other
There are opportunities throughout the year for soloists, small ensembles and accompanists.
YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES
CrossWise, our Youth Praise Band, meets on Sundays. Youth instrumentalists and singers are welcome. For more information, contact the youth leader, Emily Kintzel, or Cobus du Toit, CrossWise band leader.
Other
High school youth are always welcome to join choir, and there are opportunities to perform solos and in ensembles.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC
Children's music is part of Sunday School at various times throughout the year. Traditional songs of the faith, as well as new songs, are introduced to the children. They perform in services and in the community throughout the year.
Music/Drama Camp: This daily week-long camp, held in early June, is open to children finishing grades 1-8. During this week of rehearsals, Bible study, art, and recreation we put together a Christian musical with sets, costumes, drama, and music. The final production is performed on Friday evening of that week. Registration information and auditions for parts are available in May.
SUNDAY MUSIC SCHEDULE
| February 12 |
Handbells |
| February 19 |
Choir |
| February 26 |
Choir
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| March 4 |
Choir
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| March 11 |
Acappella |
If you are interested or have questions concerning any aspects of the music ministry at Longs Peak,
please contact our music director, Kay W. Lloyd at 303-651-2499 or
email: music@lpumc.org
Psalm 27:6 I will sing and make music to the Lord
