Our choirs lead us in worship by supporting the congregation’s song and offering anthems to God’s glory and for the edification of the congregation. In preparation for this, choir members are students of singing, musicianship skills, and the Christian faith. Our singers practice stewardship of their talents and rehearse habits of faithful, self-disciplined, joyous service.
For information about any of our music programs, contact John Hutchison, our Director of Music.
Rehearsal Schedule — Academic Year
Sundays
Sundays 10:00 – Chancel Choir Warm-up
5:00 – Children’s Choirs and Youth Singers/Bell Ringers
Cherub Choir (ages 4 – 5). Bullard Building
Elementary Choir. (grades 1 – 5) Bullard Building
Youth Singers and Ringers (grades 6 – 12). Choir Room, Main Bldg.
Wednesdays
6:00 – Spring Hill Ringers (adult handbells)
7:00 – Chancel Choir
Most of our musical groups are on vacation in the summer. The Chancel Choir is on vacation during part of the summer.
Music Programs
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
The children’s choirs are divided into age-appropriate groups, providing Christian education through music instruction and proper singing techniques. The children’s choirs rehearse on Sundays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM during the school year.
Cherub Choir – Age 3 by September 1 through age 5.
Elementary Choir – Grades 1-5
Director – Susan Hoitt, Coordinator of Children’s Music Ministries, 342-1550, ext.12
YOUTH CHOIR
The Youth Choir is for grades 6–12 and builds on the instruction of the Children’s Choirs, exploring musical styles and worship elements in greater depth. The Youth Choir rehearses on Sundays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM during the school year.
Director – John Hutchinson, Director of Music and Organist, 342-1550, ext. 932
CHANCEL CHOIR
The Chancel Choir is for college–age adults to senior adults. High School students may participate by agreement with the director. Chancel Choir provides worship leadership weekly through a wide variety of music from different time periods and through various styles. An ability to read music is helpful but not required. Chancel Choir meets on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.
Director – John Hutchinson, Director of Music and Organist, 342-1550, ext. 932
ADULT HANDBELL CHOIR
The Adult Handbell Choir is for college–age adults to senior adults. High School students may participate by agreement with the director. The ensemble plays an average of once a month during the school year.
Handbell Choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM.
Director – John Hutchinson, Director of Music and Organist, 342-1550, ext. 932
YOUTH HANDBELL CHOIR
The Youth Handbell Choir is currently under development and will be open to all youth grades 6-12.
Director – John Hutchinson, Director of Music and Organist, 342-1550, ext. 932
INTERGENERATIONAL INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE
The Intergenerational Instrumental Ensemble is open to all instrumentalists regardless of age. The group plays in worship 3-5 times a year with rehearsals announced prior to each instance of preparation.
Director – Buddy Porter
VOCAL & INSTRUMENTAL SOLOS
Vocal and instrumental soloists are always welcome. If you would like to share your gifts with the congregation, please contact John Hutchinson, Director of Music and Organist, 342-1550, ext. 932, to arrange a conversation about how to do so.
VOCAL & MUSIC INSTRUCTION
John Hutchinson has limited availability for music instruction in voice, piano, organ, music theory, music history, and conducting. Priority is given to students who demonstrate dedication to practice and preparation. If you have an interest in private instruction, you may contact John Hutchinson, Director of Music and Organist, 342-1550, ext. 932.
RELIGIOUS ARTS
The Religious Arts Committee offers opportunities for the congregation and its friends to explore various arts venues and events, both within and outside the church. The group often takes private and public tours of art galleries and botanical gardens, oversees art displays in the church, attends concerts and more. For more information, contact Dr. Patrick Jacobs
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
Spring Hill Presbyterian is proud to host Mobile Singing Children, which features multiple auditioned choirs ranging in age from elementary to high school. For more information, visit Mobile Singing Children
