Chris Crook
Minister of Music
Terry Metzger
Instrumental Director
Bradley Reznicek
Organist
Maryanne Visconti
Pianist
Brenda Potter
Director of Children's Music
Lynn Hayes
Director of Handbells
Sarah Ford
Youth Music Associate
Encounter Worship Leader
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Welcome to this e-mail edition of The Music of St. Andrew. The purpose of this e-newsletter is simple. As the church and its music ministry grows, the music family and its supporters need to remain aware of the musical happenings at St. Andrew. It is emailed to our ensembles which represent hundreds of musicians, as well as to a list of our faithful music supporters in our community and around the world. We hope you find it informative and helpful.
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 Special Notice: Only a handful of tickets remain. Order yours today online here while they last. The concert will almost certainly be sold out. Make your plans accordingly, allow ample time for parking and seating. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. |
 Interview with Scott Ayers
This month we talked with Scott Ayers, Music Office Administrator at St. Andrew since 2003, and organist at Third Church of Christ, Scientist in Dallas. Scott has touched every part of the music ministry at St. Andrew behind the scenes, and, occasionally it's been our pleasure to hear him play in worship at the piano or organ. Read interview |
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Host homes needed
Thursday, December 17
Overnight housing is needed for the Hendrix College Choir on Thursday, December 17. The responsibilities of the St. Andrew host families are minimal: attend the 7:30 concert, take your students home, then bring them back early the next morning. Thank you in advance for opening your home to them in this busy season.
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 Music Academy spring registration begins Spring semester beings January 4, 2010
The Spring term of the Music Academy will provide lessons by professionally trained instructors in piano, organ, violin, guitar, and voice. If you would like to nurture your musical skills, sign up for lessons today. Beginning to advanced lessons offered. Click here for more information.
Kindermusik®: A foundation for musical learning Spring semester begins February 22, 2010
In every Kindermusik® class, you'll witness your child's developmental evolution in language skills, literacy, listening, problem solving, social skills, self-esteem, and musicality. And it happens within a nurturing environment-full of energy, imagination, music, dancing, and playful delight. For newborns through age 6. This quality time spent with your child will develop their listening, sharing, and communication skills. Music skills = Life skills For more information click here, or contact Renee, 972.342.6892 |
 With Sympathy
Martha Lee Bean (Celebration Bells & Bells of St. Andrew) on the death of her aunt, Janet Osborn, and father, Richard Gates Bean.
Jack Fazenbaker (Chancel Choir tenor) on the death of his mother, Reba.
Sharon Kerr (Wesley Choir soprano) on the death of her step-mother, Sue.
Jon Lee (St. Andrew Orchestra) on the death of his father-in-law, William McGraw. |
 Worship Music Schedule
A look at schedules and repertoire for ensembles and soloists for this month. Schedule | |
 Children's Choir News Children's choir will resume January 10, 2010
We invite all kids K-5th to join us as we prepare Mrs. Potter's favorite and final spring musical with the children's choir, "It happened at Camp Willomocky" by Lowell Alexander. This season the kids will also sing in worship including Palm Sunday. Children's choirs rehearse on Sundays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. For information, contact Brenda Potter at 214-291-8019 or bpotter@standrewumc.org. |
 Hendrix College Choir Candlelight Carol Tour comes to St. Andrew Thursday, December 17, 7:30 p.m.
The Hendrix College Choir will present the first of two off-campus performances of its Candlelight Carol Service in Plano on Thursday, December 17. The service will begin at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, located at 5801 West Plano Parkway.
The Candlelight Carol Service, now in its 45th year, is a traditional favorite to begin the Christmas season, presenting the Christmas story through Scripture lessons and music. Admission is free. No reservations for the tour performances are required. Music will include choral works by Felix Mendelssohn, Thomas Weelkes, John Tavener, Bob Chilcott, Peter Aston, and others, as well as the traditional processional, "Once in Royal David's City." For more information about the service, visit www.hendrix.edu/candlelight. Hendrix, founded in 1876, is a selective, residential, undergraduate liberal arts college emphasizing experiential learning in a demanding yet supportive environment. The college is among 150 colleges featured in the 2007 edition of the Princeton Review America's Best Value Colleges. Hendrix has been affiliated with the United Methodist Church since 1884. For more information, visit www.hendrix.edu. 
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| Upcoming musical events
St. Andrew Music Ministry events:
A St. Andrew Christmas, Dec. 13, 7:00 p.m.
Hendrix College Choir Candlelight Carol service, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Additional events at St. Andrew:
Plano East Cluster Men's Choir concert, 12/5, 11:30am
Plano East Cluster Women's Choir concert, 12/5, 4:30pm
Shepton HS Combined Orchestra and Choir concert, 12/8, 7:30pm
CWP Christmas Music Program, 12/9 & 12/10, 9:00am
Plano SHS Choirs Unity concert, 12/10, 8:00pm
Sandra Bishop Piano recital, 12/11, 6:00pm
Susanna Swantek Piano recital, 12/12, 3:00pm
Children's Chorus of Collin County concert, 12/14, 7:00pm
Hendrix College Choir Candlelight service, 12/17, 7:30pm
Etienne Stoupy recording, 12/18, 10:00am
Carrollton Wind Symphony concert, 12/18, 7:30pm
Orit Beder Violin Studio recital, 12/19, 3:30pm
Plano Civic Chorus concert, 12/19, 8:00pm
Plano Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops concert, 12/20, 4:00 & 7:30pm
Jason Crafton recording, 1/23, 11:00am |
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Travelers' Service
Saturday, December 19, 5:30 p.m.
An early Christmas Eve worship experience, complete with candlelight and communion; specially designed for those traveling on December 24; Rev. Charles Stokes, preaching; Wesley Choir providing music
Wednesday, December 23, 6:45 p.m.
A casual teaching-focused worship experience Dr. Scott Engle, preaching; Christmas carols and special music of the season
Thursday, December 24, 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.Family-focused worship with children engaged as characters of the Nativity scene; Staff from Children's Ministry and Children's Music Ministry will lead
Thursday, December 24, 6:00 p.m.Traditional worship experience; Rev. Robert Hasley, preaching; Youth and College Choir and Imperial Brass providing music
Thursday, December 24, 8:00 p.m.Traditional worship experience; Rev. Robert Hasley, preaching; Chancel Choir, Voices A cappella and Imperial Brass providing music
Thursday, December 24, 11:00 p.m.
Traditional worship experience, including Holy Communion; Rev. Charles Stokes, preaching; Chancel Choir, Voices A cappella and Imperial Brass providing music | |
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