Choirs and Music
At First Presbyterian Church we offer an opportunity for every voice to sing God's praises and for every instrumentalist to share musical talent through our excellent and varied music program. Our musical groups and choirs, led by professional and volunteer musicians, perform in a wide variety of musical styles (and languages!), with at least one group or choir participating in each service.
All choirs meet regularly on Wednesday evenings for practice, and new musicians are always welcome to join in. Contact phone numbers are provided below for each group.
To listen to some of the music of First Presbyterian, please visit our Streaming Audio Page.
Chapel Choir - for children in grades K-6
5:45-6:30 PM
Directed by Connie Weiss (586-0434)
Teen Choir - for youth in grades 7-12
8:05-8:45 PM
Directed by Susan Kelly (343-6707)
Youth Bell Choir - for youth in grades 4-12
6:30-7:15 PM
Directed by Dick Cochrane (587-3970)
Adult Bell Choir - for persons of post high school age
8:15 -9:00 PM
Directed by Dick Cochrane (587-3970)
Adult Choir - for adults who love to sing
6:45-8:00 PM
Directed by Susan Kelly (343-6707)
Click here for Streaming Audio Samples of our Adult Choir.
Music with Friends
This group of instrumentalists meets periodically for rehearsals and fellowship and participates in selected worship services. Beginners and those who haven't played for years are welcome, along with more seasoned musicians.
Contact Dick Cochrane (587-3970)
In addition to the above choirs and instrumental ensemble, our church is blessed to have the following two renowned music groups that make First Presbyterian their “home” for rehearsals and for presenting music from time to time:
Presbybop Quartet
This group of jazz musicians, dedicated to creating jazz music to glorify God, periodically performs during worship and other events. Featuring the keyboard work of Rev. Bill Carter, Presbybop albums and songs are available at both CDBaby and iTunes. Click here to visit the Presbybop Quartet Website. www.presbybop.com
Click here for Streaming Audio Samples of the Presbybop Quartet.
Lyric Consort
This 8-voice a cappella ensemble was formed in 1993, and their performances and wide-ranging repertoire have garnered consistent critical acclaim. They perform by invitation throughout the Wyoming Valley, eastern and central Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New York. Click here to visit the Lyric Consort Website.
http://lyricconsort.com