Music Ministry

"I truly desire that all Christians would love and regard as worthy the lovely gift of music, which is a precious, worthy, and costly treasure given … by God." - Martin Luther. We are blessed with musicians of all ages that offer this gift through choirs and ensembles that lift hearts, teach the faith, and draw the congregation into praise. Whether you are a seasoned singer or simply love to make a joyful noise, there is a place for you, and new friends are always welcome!

St. Paul Musicians & Ensembles & Rehearsal Schedules

Regular Musicians & Ensembles

These individuals share their talents with us on a weekly basis as part of our regular worship.

  • 8:30am Service Choir - Weekly rehearsals most often on Thursdays at 7 pm. Schedule available above and on our Calendar. Contact Deacon Kathleen for more information.
  • 9:45am Worship Musicians - Chris Morgan, our 9:45 Music Leader, performs every Sunday, and Music Associate Donna Derrick joins bi-monthly. Rehearsals scheduled as needed. Schedule on our Calendar. Contact Chris Morgan for more information.
  • 11:00am Service Choir - Weekly rehearsals most often on Wednesdays at 7 pm. Schedule available above and on our Calendar. Contact Deacon Kathleen for more information.

Special Musicians & Ensembles

These individuals share their talents with us periodically throughout the year and/or during special services to enhance our worship experience.

  • Combined Choirs - Our 8:30 & 11:00 Choirs combine for special services including Easter, Lessons and Carols, and Christmas Eve! Schedule available on our Calendar. Led by Deacon Kathleen.
  • Bella Musica - Women's Ensemble. Meets as scheduled. Schedule available on our Calendar. Led by Deacon Kathleen.
  • Men For Him - Men’s Ensemble. Meets as scheduled. Schedule available on our Calendar. Led by Deacon Kathleen.
  • Instrumentalists - Open to all instrumentalists. Scheduled as possible with Deacon Kathleen.
  • Requiem Choir - When requested for funerals and memorial services. Led by Deacon Kathleen.
  • The Joyful Noise Ringers - Adult Handbell Choir. Meets as scheduled. Schedule available here and on our Calendar. Led by Deacon Kathleen.
  • The St. Paul Cantorum - Vocalists who read music and do their own preparation, providing Classical and other music for special occasions including Good Friday and Christmas Day.
  • Youth Musicians - Scheduled as possible with Deacon Kathleen.
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External Musicians & Ensembles

Other Local Professionals are occasionally featured in Worship and/or in Concert, including: 

  • Rollins Brass
  • String Quartet
  • Adam & Andrew DePriest
  • Alea Atkinson
  • Students from USC Aiken

 

St. Paul also hosts Aiken Civic Orchestra events when requested. These enthusiastic musicians perform under the baton of Maestro Adam DePriest, local conductor, performing violinist and string teacher. 

 

Upcoming concerts can be found on our Upcoming Events page.

Contact Deacon Kathleen Cartledge, our Director of Music Ministries, at kathleencartledge@gmail.com if you are interested in joining one of the music opportunities at St. Paul, holding a musical event at the church, or joining our Concert Team which helps with arranging, scheduling, and supporting Concerts at St. Paul.

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