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Artist description
The Sanctuary Choir plays an integral part in the worship experience downtown. Open to all adult singers, the choir family is a close fellowship for those who love to sing.Special musical presentations with full orchestra are planned during the year. |
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Music Style
Classical |
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Musical Influences
Rutter, Shaw |
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Artist History
First Methodist has enjoyed a rich musical heritage for 160 years. The Sanctuary Choir and Chorale lead the Downtown congregation in two traditional worship services each week. The choir sings a variety of sacred music incorporating classics, traditional anthems, hymn arrangements and spirituals. The Sanctuary Choir and Chorale present several concerts annually, including seasonal services during advent, Christmas, and Lent. A highlight of the Advent season is the presentation of Handel's Messiah by the Houston Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. An adult handbell ensemble makes regular contributions tomorning worship services and special events. The Pacesetter Players is a choir for senior adults that performs regularly for events in the life ofthe church and throughout the Greater Houston community. To place a CD or Tape order of either the music or sermons, please call 1-800-652-2999 x734. |
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Instruments
SATB, orchestra |
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Albums
The Glories of Christmas |
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Press Reviews
In June 1999, this choir traveled to Europe, where they participated in the InternationalChurch Music Festival in Bern, Switzerland, under the leadership of Sir David Willcocks. The choir also visited in England and Germany, including leading worship at an historicchurch in Heidelberg. Another European trip is planned for the Summer of 2002. |
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Location
Houston, TX - USA |
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