Music
Ministry Music
REGINALD FOX, DIRECTOR
The First Baptist Church music ministry enhances the spiritual experience of worshippers by providing musical support throughout the service. This ministry provides learning experiences relative to music for choirs and congregation (i.e., rehearsals, practices, workshops, and praise dance). It provides musical outreach by sponsoring concerts and participation in community musical programs.
The Music Ministry celebrates the unique and inspirational power of Gospel music. The choirs, musicians, and praise dancers, under the direction of Reginald Fox, draws on the best talent from the congregation and is dedicated to sharing the joy of faith through music with members of the church and the surrounding community.
Sanctuary Choir
The First Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir is a musical ensemble of gifted singers and musicians. The Choir has an indispensable role in church worship. They support and enhance the congregation in singing worship songs. As such, the Sanctuary Choir is an important leader in worship, guiding the congregation in prayer and praise through song. They are trained and rehearsed for the specific task of leading the song and praise of the people. The music provides the whole congregation with a means truly to encounter God in its worship.
Men's Chorus
The First Baptist Church Men’s Chorus is a select ensemble of talented male voices. The Men’s Chorus singers represent a variety of musical backgrounds and membership is open to any male member of the congregation. The Men’s Chorus performs primarily on the fourth Sunday each month, and for special events throughout the year. The repertoire includes a variety of gospel, spiritual and other styles drawn from periods throughout choral music history, with an emphasis on traditional and religious worship hymns.