MUSIC


 

The Létourneau pipe organ, installed in 1995, supports

congregational singing at Bush Hill with over 1,200 pipes located

in a beautiful oak case in the rear of the sanctuary. 

Great

Swell (expressive)

Pedal

Other

Principal 8'

Rohrflöte 8'

Subbass 16'

Stops: 19

Gedackt 8'

Viola da Gamba 8'

Principal 8'

Manuals: II / P

Octave 4'

Viola Celeste 8'

Choral Bass 4'

Pistons:  

Koppel Flute 4'

Spitzflöte 4'

Bassoon 16'

6 – Swell  

Super Octave 2'

Blockflöte 2'

6 –Great 

Sesquialtera II

Larigot 1-1/3'

6 – Pedal 

Mixture IV

Oboe 8'

6 – Generals

Trumpet 8'

Tremulant

Memory – 10 levels

A four-octave set of Schulmerich handbells adds brilliance to

Sunday worship and special services.

ABOUT BHPC WORSHIP SERVICES DIRECTIONS DAY SCHOOL CONTACT US

Melvin Goodwyn, Music Director/Organist

Bush Hill Church has a long-standing tradition of musical excellence in worship. The singing choirs, bell choirs, instrumentalists, and soloists lead worshipers through expressive service music, inspired anthems, and vibrant hymn singing. A variety of musical styles from traditional to contemporary are woven into the worship experience.

The music program offers opportunities for all ages to serve God through fellowship and spiritual expression.

THE CHOIRS

SANCTUARY CHOIR

Melvin Goodwyn, Director

Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 PM, Main Bldg., Choir Room (Room 14)

The Sanctuary Choir leads the 11:00 AM service weekly and the 8:30 AM service on festival and communion Sundays. The choir presents a service of Lessons & Carols during Advent and performs a major work during Lent. The Sanctuary Choir is open to singers, high school age or older. View the Sanctuary Choir's Current Choir Anthem Schedule.

During the summer months, the summer choir rehearses one-half hour prior to Sunday morning worship to prepare an easy hymn anthem for the service. Regular choir members and others who love to sing are invited to participate. Please check our online calendar for the summer choir worship schedule.  

Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles
Melvin Goodwyn, Director

Rehearsals: Sundays, 8:00 AM, Main Bldg., Choir Room (Room 14) or Sanctuary

Instrumentalists and small vocal ensembles present music during the offering at the 8:30 worship service. Young people and adults interested in this musical opportunity should contact the Music Director, Melvin Goodwyn.

 

MEN’S ENSEMBLE

Melvin Goodwyn, Director

Rehearsals: TBD, Choir Room (Room 14)

The Men’s Ensemble is open to any male in the congregation who enjoys singing. The ensemble prepares anthems and sings periodically at either the 8:30 or 11 AM service.

 

HANDBELL CHOIRS

Nick Hanson, Director

With tremendous coordination and dedication, the handbell choirs participate regularly in worship and special services from September through June.

      Festival Ringers (for Adults)

Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 6:30-7:15 PM, Main Bldg., Choir Room (Room 14)

Festival Ringers is for anyone high school age or older.

Handbells at Wednesday Club (for Grades 4-6)

Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:00 PM, Christian Education Bldg.

 

TEEN CHOIR

Jennifer Willard, Director

Rehearsals: Sundays, 10:30-10:55 AM for grades 7-12, CE Bldg., Room 207

The Teen Choir rehearses on Sundays from September through May, and sings periodically during worship services. They occasionally participate in the youth musical in the spring.

 

YOUTH CHOIR

Kelly Andrews, Director

Rehearsals: Sundays, 10:30-10:55 AM for grades 3-6, CE Bldg., Catlin Chapel

The Youth Choir rehearses on Sundays from September through May, sings for worship monthly, and occasionally performs a contemporary musical each spring.

 

CHILDREN’S CHOIR

Nancy Scott, Director

Rehearsals: Sundays, 10:30-10:55 AM for preschool children, starting at age 3, through grade 2, CE Bldg., Room 201

The Children’s Choir rehearses on Sundays from September through May, and sings during the worship service once a month.

 

IMPROMPTU SYMPHONY

Kelly Andrews, Director

Rehearsals: TBA, Sanctuary

On special occasions, several instrumentalists gather to rehearse and play for worship.

Rehearsals are announced in advance. People of all ages and abilities are welcome.


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Bush Hill Presbyterian Church

4916 Franconia Road  Alexandria, VA 22310
Office: 703-971-1171  Fax: 703-971-9007
office@bushhill.org

 

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