Evangelical Lutheran Church

The Evangelical Fine Art Series2007-2008 Season
All events are free and open to the public.


Sunday, November 18th - 4:00 P.M.
Hymn-Sing; Paul Gerhardt, Great Hymn Writer of the Church
2007 marks the 400th anniversary of the birth of Paul Gerhardt. Join Jim Loeffler, Director of Music Ministry to celebrate and sing some of the most beloved hymns of our Lutheran tradition.

Advent Mini-concerts - Noon
Come to Trunk Hall each Wednesday in December (5th, 12th, & 19th) and prepare for the coming of Christmas. After a light meal at noon, a 1/2-hour concert of seasonal music will follow. Bring a friend from work and enjoy this annual event.

Sunday, January 13th - 4:00 P.M.
Tandy Edward Dix, organ
(Trunk Organ Series)
McDaniel College Organist, Ted Dix received his undergraduate degree in organ performance at Towson University in Towson, Maryland, where he was a second prize winner in the Peggy Friedmann Gordon Music Competition and a student of Dr. Thomas Spacht. His graduate study was conducted at Westminster Choir College of Rider University in Princeton, New Jersey, where he was a student of Eugene Roan and a winner in the Graduate Organ Competition. He was awarded the Master of Music in Music Theory Pedagogy degree in May, 2006, at the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University.

Tuesday, March 18TH - 4:00 P.M.
California Lutheran University Choir
We begin our trek of Holy Week with the wonderful sounds of the California Lutheran University Choir under the direction of Dr. Wyant Morton. The California Lutheran University Choir is the premiere choral ensemble at CLU. The choir has earned an enviable reputation in its home state and throughout the Western United States for its commitment to performing the finest in choral literature from all eras in their original languages. While dedicated to performing works that represent the University's Lutheran heritage, the choir also embraces innovative new music as well as music expressing a multi-cultural perspective. Each fall the members of the choir are carefully selected by audition. While several are music majors, the ensemble reflects the diverse interests and disciplines of the California Lutheran University student body. In March 2004, the choir was honored to sing at the invitation of the California Music Educators Association (CMEA) at their annual convention held in Sacramento.

Sunday, April 6th - 4:00 P.M.
Credo Quartet, St. Petersburg, Russia
Founded just four years ago, Credo Quartet was formed with the desire to sing the choral music of many countries, musical styles and traditions. This esteemed vocal ensemble produces fresh interpretations of many well-known choral works that are customarily sung by larger choirs. Though the group is very young, each of its members has great working experiences in leading choirs of Saint-Petersburg. The Russian Orthodox musical heritage comprises the heart of Credo's repertoire. However, the quartet also engages the listener with an array of Russian folk songs, western classical music styles, contemporary works by Russian and international composers.

Sunday, May 18th - 4:00 P.M.
Music Ministry Showcase
As we end our season, join our own musicians from Evangelical Lutheran for a reprise of some of our music from throughout the year.


Your continued support of the Evangelical Arts is greatly appreciated.

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Chamber Choir

One of two adult choral ensembles, the Chamber Choir sings primarily at the 11:00am service. The repertoire runs the gamut of choral music for the last 5 centuries. On festival days the Chamber Choir will join forces with the Chancel Choir to perform larger works. Rehearsal time: Thursday evenings - 7:30pm. Open admission, no audition required.

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Chancel Choir

One of two adult choral ensembles, the Chancel Choir sings primarily at the 8:00am service. The repertoire runs the gamut of choral music for the last 5 centuries. On festival days the Chancel Choir will join forces with the Chamber Choir to perform larger works. Rehearsal time: Wednesday evenings - 7:30pm. Open admission, no audition required.

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Evangelical Bells

Evangelical's handbell ensemble, plays 5-octaves of Malmark handbells and 3-octaves of Malmark chimes. The group plays at varying services twice a month and on festivals. Rehearsal time: Thursday evenings - 6:15pm. No audition required to join, but please contact Jim Loeffler, Director of Music Ministry first for more information.

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Praise Ensemble

The Praise Ensemble is the "house band" for our 9:30 AM Contemporary worship. Rehearsal time: Wednesday evenings at 7:30 PM. Open admission, no audition required.

Jesse Willet Joins Music Staff
Jesse Willet, a dynamic and spirited Christian guitarist and vocalist, has joined the music staff of Evangelical Lutheran Church as the Assistant Director of Music Ministry in Frederick. He is the fiance' of Whitney Pritchett (their wedding is in September) and currently participates in the music ministry of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Westminster. He will serve with a 90-day renewable contract beginning June 1, 2007. For more information, contact Jesse at jessewillet@yahoo.com.

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Chorister Choir

The Chorister Choir is for young people in grades 3 to 8. They sing in worship twice a month at varying services and at most festivals. They wear robes and have music folders like the adult ensembles. Rehearsal time: Wednesday evenings - 6:00pm. Open admission, no audition required.

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Children's Choir

The youngest of our music ministers, aged 4 - 2nd grade. They sing in worship about once a month. They are our best ensemble! Rehearsal time: Wednesday evenings - 5:30pm. Open admission, no audition required.

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Instrumentalists

Evangelical is blessed to have many instrumentalists who do not necessarily play or sing with a particular ensemble, but are available to play when needed. If you would like to use your musical talents in worship, please contact the Director of Music Ministry at the church office.

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