Music list for choral services (11:00 AM unless otherwise noted)
Oct. 5 – 17th Sunday after Pentecost; World Communion Sunday
Chancel Choir
Introit: O Lord, Open Thou Our Lips (William Witherup, b.1945)
Anthem: We Gather At Your Table, Lord (Irish melody, arr. Walter Ehret)
Communion: Adoro Te Devote (plainsong, mode V)
Oct. 12 – 18th Sunday after Pentecost
Liberty Bell Choir
Prelude: Minuet in C minor (Henry Purcell, 1659-1695, arr. W. Hornibrook)
Offertory: Ring For Joy (Douglas Wagner, b.1952)
Oct. 19 – 19th Sunday after Pentecost
Chancel Choir
Introit: Father, Thy Holy Spirit Send (Melchior Franck, 1573-1639)
Anthem: Holy, Holy (Spiritual, arr. Alice Parker, b.1925)
Oct. 26 – 20th Sunday after Pentecost; Reformation Sunday
French Creek Brass Quintet & Saint Hildegard Choir
Preservice Music: Three Pieces (Johann Christoph Pezel, 1639-1694)
Introit: As You Cause the Sun to Rise (plainsong, arr. Kevin Dill)
Offertory: March, from Occasional Oratorio (G.F. Handel, 1685-1759)
Call to Prayer: Kyrie, from Mass for Three Voices (Antonio Lotti, 1667-1740)
Postlude: My Spirit Be Joyful, from Cantata 68 (J.S. Bach, 1685-1750)
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Meet our Choral Scholars
First Presbyterian Church of Meadville is pleased to announce the following recipients of its Pletcher Choral Scholarships for the 2014-15 academic year:
Chelsea Hubert, soprano, from North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. Chelsea is a junior majoring in Political Science and minoring in Geology. This is her first year in our choir.
Breana Gallagher, soprano, from Guys Mills, Pennsylvania. Breana is a senior pursuing a triple major in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Music. This is her first year in our choir.
Lauren Dominique, soprano, from Willington, Connecticut. Lauren is a junior pursuing a double major in Creative Writing and Women’s Studies. This is her third year in our choir.
Drew Daigle, tenor, from Northborough, Massachusetts. Drew is a junior majoring in Communication Arts and minoring in Psychology. This is his third year in our choir.
John Knobel, tenor, from Carlisle, Massachusetts. John is a sophomore pursuing a double major in Music and Psychology. This is his second year in our choir.
Established in 2008 by a bequest from the estate of the late Ralph and Mabel Pletcher of Meadville, these scholarships are awarded annually to Allegheny College students in order to gain musical experience by singing in the church's 24-voice Chancel Choir. Singers are chosen on the basis of their vocal range, music-reading ability, and commitment to the art of choral singing.
Chelsea Hubert, soprano, from North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. Chelsea is a junior majoring in Political Science and minoring in Geology. This is her first year in our choir.
Breana Gallagher, soprano, from Guys Mills, Pennsylvania. Breana is a senior pursuing a triple major in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Music. This is her first year in our choir.
Lauren Dominique, soprano, from Willington, Connecticut. Lauren is a junior pursuing a double major in Creative Writing and Women’s Studies. This is her third year in our choir.
Drew Daigle, tenor, from Northborough, Massachusetts. Drew is a junior majoring in Communication Arts and minoring in Psychology. This is his third year in our choir.
John Knobel, tenor, from Carlisle, Massachusetts. John is a sophomore pursuing a double major in Music and Psychology. This is his second year in our choir.
Established in 2008 by a bequest from the estate of the late Ralph and Mabel Pletcher of Meadville, these scholarships are awarded annually to Allegheny College students in order to gain musical experience by singing in the church's 24-voice Chancel Choir. Singers are chosen on the basis of their vocal range, music-reading ability, and commitment to the art of choral singing.
Saturday, August 23, 2014
September music list
Music list for choral services (11:00 AM unless otherwise noted)
Aug. 31 – 12th Sunday after Pentecost (9:30 AM)
Chancel Choir
Introit: O Worship the Lord (Hal Hopson, b.1933)
Anthem: This Is The Day (John C. Bechler, 1784-1857)
Sept. 7 – 13th Sunday after Pentecost (regular 11:00 service resumes this week)
Liberty Bells & Chancel Choir
Introit: Lord, for Thy Tender Mercies' Sake (attrib. Farrant/Hilton)
Offertory: Jubliation (Mary Kay Parrish, b.1940)
Sept. 14 – 14th Sunday after Pentecost
Chancel Choir
Introit: As You Cause the Sun to Rise (plainsong, arr. Kevin Dill)
Anthem: My Soul, O God, Longs For Thee (Michael McCabe, b. 1941)
Sept. 21 – 15th Sunday after Pentecost
St Hildegard Choir
Introit: Non Nobis, Domine (anonymous, 16th century)
Motet: Panis Angelicus (Claudio Casciolini, 1697-1760)
Sept. 28 – 16th Sunday after Pentecost
Liberty Bells & Chancel Choir
Prelude: Fanfare (Johan Helmich Roman, 1694-1758, arr. Martha Thompson)
Anthem: Heavenly Light (Alexander Kopilov, 1854-1911)
Aug. 31 – 12th Sunday after Pentecost (9:30 AM)
Chancel Choir
Introit: O Worship the Lord (Hal Hopson, b.1933)
Anthem: This Is The Day (John C. Bechler, 1784-1857)
Sept. 7 – 13th Sunday after Pentecost (regular 11:00 service resumes this week)
Liberty Bells & Chancel Choir
Introit: Lord, for Thy Tender Mercies' Sake (attrib. Farrant/Hilton)
Offertory: Jubliation (Mary Kay Parrish, b.1940)
Sept. 14 – 14th Sunday after Pentecost
Chancel Choir
Introit: As You Cause the Sun to Rise (plainsong, arr. Kevin Dill)
Anthem: My Soul, O God, Longs For Thee (Michael McCabe, b. 1941)
Sept. 21 – 15th Sunday after Pentecost
St Hildegard Choir
Introit: Non Nobis, Domine (anonymous, 16th century)
Motet: Panis Angelicus (Claudio Casciolini, 1697-1760)
Sept. 28 – 16th Sunday after Pentecost
Liberty Bells & Chancel Choir
Prelude: Fanfare (Johan Helmich Roman, 1694-1758, arr. Martha Thompson)
Anthem: Heavenly Light (Alexander Kopilov, 1854-1911)
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
'Godspell' comes to First Presbyterian
The music group ELATION of St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Mesquite, Texas, will appear in concert at the First Presbyterian Church of Meadville on Thursday, June 26 at 7:00 pm.
ELATION is composed of 33 youth ranging in age from 12 to 18. This troupe was formed in 1999, and has since performed the musical Godspell for over 150 congregations in 33 states and in Canada. The Meadville performance is part of ELATION's 2014 twelve-day, ten-state summer tour.
Godspell, written in 1971 by American composer Stephen Schwartz, draws mainly on parables from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke to retell the story of Christ's ministry. The musical had a successful run of 527 performances on Broadway, and has since been acclaimed by audiences worldwide.
A freewill collection will be taken during the performance. First Presbyterian Church is located at 890 Liberty Street in Meadville; for further information visit www.elationyouth.com or phone 333-2161.
ELATION is composed of 33 youth ranging in age from 12 to 18. This troupe was formed in 1999, and has since performed the musical Godspell for over 150 congregations in 33 states and in Canada. The Meadville performance is part of ELATION's 2014 twelve-day, ten-state summer tour.
Godspell, written in 1971 by American composer Stephen Schwartz, draws mainly on parables from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke to retell the story of Christ's ministry. The musical had a successful run of 527 performances on Broadway, and has since been acclaimed by audiences worldwide.
A freewill collection will be taken during the performance. First Presbyterian Church is located at 890 Liberty Street in Meadville; for further information visit www.elationyouth.com or phone 333-2161.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Summer worship
As in years past, First Presbyterian will switch to its summer worship schedule on May 25th. The 8:30 and 11:00 services will be combined into one 9:30 service, with communion celebrated on June 8th (Pentecost), July 6th, and August 3rd. Regular worship hours will resume on September 7th.
The Chancel Choir and Liberty Bell Choir are taking a well-deserved summer hiatus. Music at the 9:30 services will be provided by vocal or instrumental soloists. Kevin Dill would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in offering their musical talents over the summer. He can be contacted at kevindill@meadvillefpc.org or via the church office at 333-2161.
The Chancel Choir and Liberty Bell Choir are taking a well-deserved summer hiatus. Music at the 9:30 services will be provided by vocal or instrumental soloists. Kevin Dill would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in offering their musical talents over the summer. He can be contacted at kevindill@meadvillefpc.org or via the church office at 333-2161.
Thursday, May 1, 2014
Current music list
Music list for choral services (11:00 AM unless otherwise noted)
Apr. 27 – 2nd Sunday of Easter
Liberty Bells & Chancel Choir
Prelude: A Joyful Ring (Barbara Kinyon, b.1929)
Anthem: Easter Anthem (William Billings, 1746-1800)
May 4 – 3rd Sunday of Easter
Chancel Choir
Introit: Cantate Domino (Mary Lynn Lightfoot, b.1952)
Anthem: Bound for the Promised Land (Southern Harmony, arr. Dill)
May 11 – 4th Sunday of Easter
Intergenerational Choir
Introit: With the Help of the Spirit (Jayne S. Cool, b.1947)
Anthem: This is the Day (Larry Schultz, b.1965)
May 18 – 5th Sunday of Easter
Liberty Bells
Prelude: Branle (Claude Gervaise, 1525-1583, arr. Kevin Dill)
Offertory: Allegro Festivo (Kevin Dill)
Apr. 27 – 2nd Sunday of Easter
Liberty Bells & Chancel Choir
Prelude: A Joyful Ring (Barbara Kinyon, b.1929)
Anthem: Easter Anthem (William Billings, 1746-1800)
May 4 – 3rd Sunday of Easter
Chancel Choir
Introit: Cantate Domino (Mary Lynn Lightfoot, b.1952)
Anthem: Bound for the Promised Land (Southern Harmony, arr. Dill)
May 11 – 4th Sunday of Easter
Intergenerational Choir
Introit: With the Help of the Spirit (Jayne S. Cool, b.1947)
Anthem: This is the Day (Larry Schultz, b.1965)
May 18 – 5th Sunday of Easter
Liberty Bells
Prelude: Branle (Claude Gervaise, 1525-1583, arr. Kevin Dill)
Offertory: Allegro Festivo (Kevin Dill)
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Holy Week music list
HOLY WEEK
at the First Presbyterian Church of Meadville
Sunday, April 13
Palm Sunday (11:00 AM)
Chancel Choir
Introit: O Come, Let Us Sing (Hal Hopson, b.1933)
Anthem: Acclamation for Palm Sunday (Kevin Dill)
Thursday, April 17
Maundy Thursday Communion Service (7:30 PM)
Chancel Choir
Introit: Ecce Agnus Dei (Kevin Dill)
Kyrie Eleison: New Plainsong (David Hurd, b.1950)
Anthem: He Was Despised (Karl Heinrich Graun, 1704-1759)
Sunday, April 20
Easter Sunday (9:00 & 11:00 AM)
French Creek Brass Quintet & Chancel Choir
Introit: From the Rising of the Sun (Raymond Weidner, b.1958)
Brass selections to be announced
at the First Presbyterian Church of Meadville
Sunday, April 13
Palm Sunday (11:00 AM)
Chancel Choir
Introit: O Come, Let Us Sing (Hal Hopson, b.1933)
Anthem: Acclamation for Palm Sunday (Kevin Dill)
Thursday, April 17
Maundy Thursday Communion Service (7:30 PM)
Chancel Choir
Introit: Ecce Agnus Dei (Kevin Dill)
Kyrie Eleison: New Plainsong (David Hurd, b.1950)
Anthem: He Was Despised (Karl Heinrich Graun, 1704-1759)
Sunday, April 20
Easter Sunday (9:00 & 11:00 AM)
French Creek Brass Quintet & Chancel Choir
Introit: From the Rising of the Sun (Raymond Weidner, b.1958)
Brass selections to be announced
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