Music Ministry Programs

Immanuel Lutheran Church’s music ministry offers a welcoming space for individuals to serve through their musical gifts. Whether you sing, play an instrument, or are simply eager to grow, we have groups for all ages and skill levels. Come be part of a joyful community that praises God through music.
Under the direction of Chris and Rebecca Winston

Chancel Choir

The Chancel Choir, under the direction of Rebecca Winston, meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm in the sanctuary.  We welcome anyone regardless of choral experience.  The group generally performs alternating Sundays at the early service singing anthems as well as supporting the liturgy and hymns.  The group also performs at special services throughout the year.  Please contact Rebecca Winston for more information.

Orchestra

The Immanuel Orchestra, under the direction of Chris Winston, meets Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm.  The orchestra is made up of brass, winds, string, and percussion.  We welcome musicians who have had some private lesson experience and are comfortable reading with their instruments.  The group performs approximately once a month.  Please contact Chris Winston for more information.

Handbells

The Handbell ensemble meets Wednesday evenings at 5:45 pm in the sanctuary.  The group performs approximately once a month in the 9:00 am service.  We welcome anyone regardless of ringing experience but ask that you have some experience reading music.  Please contact Chris Winston for more information.

Praise Band

The Praise Band, under the direction of Chris Winston, meets Thursdays at 6:00 pm in the sanctuary. The band is made up of piano, keyboards, bass, guitar, drums, and 2-4 vocalists.  We rotate vocalists and instrumentalists and a schedule is sent out weekly.  The group performs approximately once a month at the 10:00 service.  Starting September 7, 2025: the Praise Band will be a regular part of the new 11:30 am service. Please contact Chris Winston for more information.

Men's Choir

Men from high school age on up periodically enhance worship with their vocals.  Membership in the Chancel Choir is not required to be part of this group.  The Men's Choir meets at 6:00 PM in the homes of one of the members.  Contact Chris Winston for More Information

Schola Children's Choir

Children in 1st-8th grade are invited to join our Schola Cantorum children's choir!  We meet from 5:15-6:00 in the Studio at the back of the sanctuary.  The choir sings periodically as scheduled throughout the year and at some special services. Join us for fun and music making!  Contact Rebecca Winston for more information.

Immanuel Fine Arts Academy

From our spectacular musical productions to choir, band, and private lessons, IFAA provides exceptional music instruction for children of all school ages—supporting their growth from first note to final performance.

Children's Chimes

Chime Choir will begin on September 10th, 2025.  Children K-5th grade are welcome.  Practices are in the Music Room (in the front of the Sanctuary) from 6:45 to 7:30 PM.

Easter 2026

Music Ministry Schedule
Wednesday, March 18
~7:15 PM | Chancel Choir (Following Lenten Service)

Thursday, March 19
  • 6:00 PM | Praise Band (Rehearsal)
  • 7:15 PM | Full Orchestra (Easter Rehearsal)
Tuesday, March 24
  • 5:00 PM | Brass Quartet ONLY (Palm Sunday Rehearsal)
Wednesday, March 25
  • 5:30 PM | Handbells (Rehearsal)
  • ~7:15 PM | Chancel Choir (Following Lenten Service)
Thursday, March 26
  • 6:00 PM | NO REHEARSAL (Praise Band)
Palm Sunday – March 29
  • 8:30 AM | Brass Quartet (Warm-up)
  • 9:20 AM | Chancel Choir (Warm-up Sanctuary - "The Simplest and the Best")
  • 9:25 AM | Schola Cantorum (Warm-up - "Hosanna to the Son of David")
  • 10:00 AM | ALL ENSEMBLES (Palm Sunday Service)

Holy Week & Easter
Tuesday, March 31
  • 7:00 PM | Full Orchestra (Easter Rehearsal)
Wednesday, April 1
  • 5:30 PM | Handbells (Final Rehearsal)
  • 6:45 PM | Chancel Choir (Final Wednesday Rehearsal)
Maundy Thursday, April 2
  • NO REHEARSALS (Praise Band)
  • 6:45 PM | Men’s Choir ("Have Thine Own Way")
Good Friday, April 3
  • 6:15 PM | Chancel Choir (Warm-up for Service)
Holy Saturday, April 4
  • 1:00 PM | Full Orchestra & Chancel Choir (Easter Dress Rehearsal)
Easter Sunday, April 5
  • 9:15 AM | Chancel Choir (Warm-up)
  • 10:00 AM | Easter Service

Boar's Head 2025

A night to remember!  Join us Sunday December 14 at 5:00 PM for an enchanting Christmas festival set in in the middle of medieval Europe.  Lords and Ladies, knights, kings and queens all gather together to celebrate the birth of the Christ.   Sing along with your favorite carols as the pagentry unfolds.