Music Ministries

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ATCO Presbyterian Church has a wealth of talented musicians which are deployed in three bands, a senior choir, junior choir and bell chimers.

Senior Choir - The 15 member senior choir, led by Cindy Sorge, sings at the traditional 11:00 AM service on Sunday. They often visit nursing homes to sing for the residents especially around the Christmas holidays. Jean Shockly, the church organist, accompanies the choir.

Freedom - This is the main band of the church led by Maria DiSciullo, which plays at the 8:15 AM contemporary service. It consists of 4 vocalists and 3 instrumentalists. Many of the songs they do are original compositions written by Dave Dowell (keyboard/guitar). Their style is primarily Christian contemporary.

Prophecy - This is the newly formed, youth oriented band consisting of 5 instrumentalists (two of which also sing) and one background singer. The band plays monthly at the church's J&J (Jesus and Java) Coffee House and other functions involving the youth of the church. Their style is primarily oriented towards rock music, often incorporating the music of today's Christian rock bands (e.g., "Third Day"). Many of the songs they do are original, written by lead guitarist Jeff Chapline.

Tuesday Night Pickers - The band derives its name from the fact that they use string instruments and their practice sessions are held on Tuesday nights. "TNP" as they are called is led by Don Harbert and consists of four instrumentalists and a background singer. Their style is mostly country gospel. The band is often featured at the traditional 11:00 AM service on Sunday.

Junior Choir - The junior choir, led by Gail DelMonte, features some of the youngest members of the church. They often perform at both the traditional and contemporary services, and also special church functions.

Bell Choir - This 8 member group is led by Cindy Sorge and plays occasionally at both the traditional and contemporay services.

Support - Our music ministries would not be possible without the support of our techical team consisting of Gary Rushton and Hal Farlow. These guys handle all the sound, lighting, wiring and trouble shooting.