Worship Arts at Third

Choral Arts at Third

Core Choir

Love to sing? We are seeking all those who have a heart for worship and a desire to lead the church in praise to participate in our choir. We have a core choir that rehearses every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. Our core choir provides the nucleus of our choral arts offerings at Third. They present a musical offering at all three services on the first Sunday of each month and help to bolster and lead the congregational singing during the 11 o’clock service each week.

Opt-in Choral singers

Have you always wanted to sing in a choir but are unsure of your singing voice, ability to read music, or availability for rehearsals? Third’s choir is opening its ranks for people just like you!

You can now sign up for a limited commitment to sing on specific Sundays and events tailored to your needs. We want everyone who loves to sing to have the opportunity to contribute to our worship! If you love to sing but are busy, we want you to find a few times each year to participate! Take a look at the various upcoming opportunities to join the core choir for special pieces and the corresponding rehearsals.

MASS CHOIR

Watch for the next Mass Choir. Always wanted to sing in a choir, but not sure about your voice, music-reading skills, or schedule? Our Mass Choir events are the perfect place to jump in and see what it’s all about!

Interested in singing? Contact Kim Taulbee: kimt@thirdrva.org

Upcoming choral opportunities:

Sunday, February 15, “The Holy Heart” (McDonald) 

This sacred song takes us on a journey into the heart of Christ's mercy and grace. "For me He was forsaken, for me He died alone, my sin forever taken that I might be His own."

Join us! Listen to “The Holy Heart”

Ash Wednesday, February 18, “A Lenten Response” (Sorenson)
Beginning with a quote from the Lord's Prayer, the piece moves forward with a tender text calling the faithful to repentance.

Join us! Listen to “A Lenten Response”

Sunday, March 1, “If Ye Love Me” (Tallis)

One of the most recognized anthems from the English Renaissance, this choral work is both intimate and expressive in concert or worship settings.

Join us! Listen to “If Ye Love Me”

Practice “If Ye Love Me” Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass.

Palm Sunday, March 29, “Paradox Divine” (Taulbee)

This introspective song invites us to ponder the mysteries of God and the Eucharist.

Join us! Listen to the solo version of “Paradox Divine” featuring the visual art of Mark Sprinkle.

Easter Sunday, April 5, “To the Lamb on the Throne” (Forrest)

"Worthy the Lamb!" These three words of praise are masterfully woven throughout this setting of Charles Wesley's text Ye Servants of God. This setting takes a traditional hymn text and elevates it to an astonishing, worshipful offering for the King of Kings!

Join us! Listen to “To the Lamb on the Throne”

Mass Choir Event - Easter Sunday - “Hallelujah Chorus” (Handel)

Choir Rehearsal Details

• Time and Location: Rehearsals are held every Thursday night from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Room 105 at 600 Forest.

• Inclusivity: The choir welcomes everyone, regardless of their music-reading ability or previous singing experience.

• Skill Building: Every rehearsal includes free voice lessons to help members build their singing skills.

• Focus on Unity: A primary goal of each session is to work on vocal blending to create a unified sound from many voices.

• Musical Content: The group typically prepares two to three anthems during their time together.

• Community: Beyond music, the members focus on mutual support by caring and praying for one another.