Music Ministry – Saint Mary of the Hills

Music Director: Dan Grieg

Please click HERE for complete schedules and updates about our Music Ministry

The goals of the Music Ministry are to foster active participation of the parish in worship while enriching growth through the Choirs, Ensembles and Cantors. To remind us that our mission is to support each other and serve our parish community, each rehearsal begins with prayer. The Music Ministry has an open door policy and all are welcome and invited to join and share their talents.

Praise Kids (Grades K-2) & Children's Choir (Grades 3-5):

Rehearsals are on Mondays from 5:30pm -6:20pm on a weekly basis and follows the basic school schedule. Praising God in song in a fun and, sometimes, loud manner is our goal. While learning the fundamentals of singing, children will be challenged to pray, and to explore music in a nurturing place. Children’s Choir and Praise Kids will sing several times during the year for Mass. Both groups will participate in the Music Ministry Concert in the spring. For more information or to view the complete schedule, click HERE

Jams (Grades 6-9):

JESUS JAMS is the newest addition to our ensembles and is directed by our Band’s Bassist, John Garland. Students who play instruments and sing come together for a weekly rehearsal and play for Mass and special events on occasion. This group rehearses on Tuesdays from 4:05-5pm.

High School Hand Bells (Grades 9-12):

All students grades 9-12 are invited to join our hand bell choir named, “The Reveille Ringers, in Memory of Sgt. Kyle McClain.” Directed by Bob Sheldrick, this group rehearses weekly and plays for Mass on special occasions. Music reading skills are not required, but are very helpful.

Music for Teens & Adults: Do you like to sing or play an instrument? Consider joining one of our Music Ministries!

Adult Choir - Sings on Sunday's at 9am and rehearses Thursday's from 7:15-9:15pm.

Contemporary Ensemble - Sings and plays on Sundays at 11am and rehearses Thursdays from 6-7pm.

Brass Ensemble - Plays for Christmas, Easter and other special occasions and rehearses as needed.

Various other musicians are needed to help lead music during our GIFT program, as well as other special days. (Guitarists, pianists and singers who may not be able to commit to a weekly rehearsal are encouraged to sing/play at special events). For more information, contact Dan Grieg.