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.

Fall 2025

September
7th Chancel Choir
14th Handbells
21st Chancel Choir
28th Men’s Choir

October
5th Chancel Choir
12th Handbells
19th Schola
26th Reformation Sunday: Orchestra and Chancel Choir (Single Service 10:00)

November
2nd All Saints Day: Chancel Choir, Handbells - Brass Q’Tet
9th Men’s Choir
16th Wind Quintet
 23rd Christ the King: Chancel Choir
30th 5th Sunday Single Service Hanging of the Greens 9:00 Decorate, 10:00 Service, 11:30 Potluck

December
Wednesdays in Advent - Holden Evening Prayer with Bells & Men’s Choir
7th Schola
14th Soloist
21st Handbells
24th Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols Chancel Choir Handbells and Orchestra
December 25th Christmas Day