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Music is an essential element in the spiritual formation of children. Our Choir Program for Children and Youth provides spiritual nurturing for children in Pre-K through 8th grade by integrating choral music and worship leadership in the Christian tradition. Participation in choir is free and open to everyone in the community.
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Children's Choirs
Sunbeams
Choir for children, ages 3-5
An introductory choir teaching children to use their vocal instrument, experience rhythm and creatively express themselves in song. Sunbeams is designed for children ready to independently participate in group activities without adult assistance. Sunbeam singers are invited to sing at seasonal church services including Christmas Eve and Palm Sunday. Children may enroll in a Friday or Sunday Sunbeams Choir. For Kindergarteners, please see LightShine Choir description.
Where: CLC Room 203 (Friday)
CLC Room 108 (Sunday)
When: Fridays, 8:50 - 9:15 AM
Sundays, 10:10-10:30 AM
Sunbeams Directors: Friday choir, Christina Engelbrecht, (925)-283-1622
Sunday choir, Colleen Whitelock
LightShine
Choir for Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
A beginning choir for children desiring an informal choral experience without a weekly rehearsal commitment. LightShine introduces children to the art of worship leadership through choral music and participation at Christmas Eve and Palm Sunday services. Regular rehearsal attendance is strongly urged, but the choir is designed for those with expected conflicts throughout the season.
Where: CLC Room 205A
When: Sundays, 10:10 - 10:30 AM
LightShine Director: Christina Engelbrecht, (925)-283-1622;
Psalmsters
Choir for 1st - 3rd Grade
An intermediate choir for children interested in learning more complex music and the foundations of part singing. Choristers learn proper vocal techniques while preparing anthems for Sunday morning worship, 3-4 times a year, and Christmas Eve and Palm Sunday services. Psalmsters must be able to make a reliable commitment to weekly rehearsals from September-April.
Where: CLC Room 205A
When: Sundays, 10:10- 10:50 AM
Psalmsters Director: Christina Engelbrecht, (925)-283-1622
Youth Choirs
Cantemus
Choir for 4th - 8th Grade
A choir for children and youth who can sing a melody and are ready to learn harmony and part singing. Cantemus requires a steadfast and reliable commitment to Sunday rehearsals as singers prepare to participate in monthly worship services, LOPC Christmas Concerts, Christmas Eve services, music festivals and other special worship events.
Where: Chapel
When: Sundays, 10:10 - 10:50 AM
Cantemus Director: Julie Ford (925) 283-8722 x224
GodsGroove
Seasonal Choir for 4th - 8th Grade
A choir for children and youth who would like to sing at church festival events with a short-term rehearsal commitment. GodsGroove meets seasonally in preparation for the Christmas season and Holy Week.
Dates: Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Dec 11 and Dec 18
Where: Sanctuary
When: Sundays, 10:15-10:45 AM
GodsGroove Director: Greg Murai
All age and grade specifications are guidelines only. To discuss developmental placement for your child based on maturity and music experience, or any other questions, contact Christina Engelbrecht, Music Program Coordinator for Children and Youth, or (925)-283-1622.
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