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Music Ministry (Updated February 14, 2008)

Music at Walnut Hills is for everyone!  We encourage all of God’s people to participate in the music program—the Bible says to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord!”  We never require that your joyful noise be perfect or even beautiful.  Music serves as a personal connection for worship and prayer for all people.  We know that some find listening to the music to be the most prayerful and meaningful way to participate, and we thank you for your listening ministry!  For those who like to participate, there are vocal, instrumental, and teaching opportunities available for all ages and skill levels.  We also strive to include all musical styles in our program, and we’re not opposed to giving anything a try!

The Musician’s Prayer
Lord, please bless my music. 
May it touch the heart of one’s soul;
May using it to glorify You always be my goal.
Let it be a constant reminder of the power of Your Love;
And remind us that You’re always watching from above.
May others see the beauty in every note they hear
And when they hear my music, may they feel Your presence near.
Lord, I ask for Your guidance in all that I do,
And pray that You’ll make my music an instrument for You.

Songspiration Kids:  Sundays, 9:50-10:05 in the Music Room.  This group is for all children ages 3 years to 2^nd grade.  Sunday School teachers will bring the kids to the music room for fun and exciting new ways to learn about God through music and movement.  We will use fun new instruments, our voices, and our bodies to express God’s love for all of us!  The Songspiration Kids will present their musical offerings during worship several times during the regular school year and the Christmas season.

Music on the Move:  Sundays, 10:10-10:25 in the Music Room.  This group is for all children in grades 3-6.  Sunday School teachers will bring the kids to the music room for some unique musical experiences involving instruments, our voices, and movement.  We will learn about new styles and old styles of music, how music is used to serve God, and how we can show the world, through music, that God loves each of us.  This group will present their musical offerings during worship several times during the regular school year and the Christmas season.

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Wednesday Night Alive:  Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30 , beginning in the Celebration Center.  This group is for all children in Kindergarten through 6^th grade.  Each week, we will provide several activities that center around a theme; the activities will include things like arts, crafts, music, drama, games, and movement.  Each week the kids will learn about the world around them, new and old traditions, churches and religions from all over the world, and about how God wants us to treat others and our world.  Children will be able to learn about God’s whole world, and how they fit into that huge picture of creation.  By nurturing self-expression through all of the arts, we will help to foster a sense of self for each child and give them a new and exciting outlook on the life God has planned for each of them.

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Thursday Evening Music

Walnut Hills Ringmasters:  Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 in rooms 101 & 102.  This bell group is for all 7^th-12^th graders and adults who wish to play bells!  It is an exciting hour of ringing and fun, and is for all age levels.  We encourage anyone who has played bells to join this group. . .and we encourage anyone who has ever thought about playing bells to come too!  The Ringmasters generally present a musical offering once per month during the school year, with several other small group opportunities throughout the year. 

The Celebration Singers:  (formerly the Adult Choir) Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 in the Music Room.  This group welcomes singers of all levels from high school through adult.  We will sing a variety of styles and types of music and will be a leading ensemble during Celebrative Worship on most Sundays throughout the school year.  The schedule is flexible and we will rotate our worship presentations between the 8:30 and 10:45 services to accommodate all who wish to participate.

Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles:  Walnut Hills is blessed to have many wonderful musicians within the church family.  All musicians at all levels are encouraged to participate in the music program here at Walnut Hills.  There will be several short-term opportunities available throughout the school year and summer for both singers and instrumentalists—watch the bulletin, newsletter, and the STUB for more information on the following ensembles:  Women’s Choir, Men’s Choir, Praise Band, Folk Guitar Group, Flute Choir, Saxophone Choir, and many others!  And, as always, check the STUB if you are interested in participating in or leading any of the music groups here at Walnut Hills!  Your music ministry is greatly appreciated!

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