The Music Ministry of St. Valentine
WE'RE BACK!
Both the Adult and Treble Choirs have returned from our Summer hiatus and need voices!
It's a new season (2017-2018) and a great time to try something new. Have you been shy or procrastinating? We are a very welcoming group of amateur choristers. If you have any experience singing in a group we could use your help. If you can match pitches, we'd welcome you as well. BUT we are also capable of teaching the rudiments of chorale singing. We rehearse on Thursday evenings at 7:30 (or as announced) and sing the 10 AM Sunday morning Mass.
See Hannah or Kim after masses (Children are welcome, too).
Our first Adult Choir Mass brought choir music back to our 10AM Masses. And while we made a very "joyful noise" we'd love to build an even fuller blended sound. That takes ALL kinds of voices. COME, join us making heavenly music fill this place.
We will be enjoying the return of a few of our alumni, if you've been missing singing we'd love to have you rejoin us this season.
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You could be learning to sing music like this . . .
The Adult Choir sings 10 AM Sunday Mass every Sunday, except as announced. The Adult Choir will rehearse @ 7:30 PM (till about 9 PM) on Thursdays.
(Yes, this is a new rehearsal night.) Our Treble Choir generally sings for the 5:30 PM Mass on alternate Saturdays, unless otherwise noted. The Treble Choir is currently in a resurgence and rebuilding and their schedule will be publicized as it is confirmed. Please click on the "Treble Choir" page link on the right below the picture. The Trebles rehearse on Saturdays @ 3:30 PM till 5:30 PM (with a refreshment break on days they sing for mass.) Whether you enjoy the Adult or Treble Choir, why not come celebrate Mass with us? Arrive at least 5 minutes early to hear our prelude and stay 5 minutes after mass to hear the postlude. Even at masses that the choirs don't sing, our superb Organist (Mr. Gary Sabak) plays pre- and postludes at St. Valentine's beautiful organ. You'll be glad you did. We encourage all our parishioners to participate in the singing of responses and hymns during all our masses. Please don't be shy about following along (sing or, just hum) in Gather (the green hymnal) or Breaking Bread (soft cover with the mass readings). By doing so, you will add so much to your celebration of each Mass. Scroll down the page for the sung mass responses. As we add new Mass settings, we'll post them below. |
David playing his harp (unknown artist, c. 960). The book of Psalms, included in the Jewish and Christian scriptures, and written largely by David, is one of the earliest collections of sacred music, and still plays a role in the liturgies of the two religions.
Entry from Wikipedia ("Sacred Music"). ADULT CHOIR . . .
TREBLE CHOIR . . .
Please refer to the "Treble Choir" rehearsal web page for the latest SCHEDULE, information, tentative plans and rehearsal pieces.
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Psalm 150
"Praise the Lord.
Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens.
Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness.
Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre,
praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Praise the LORD."
Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens.
Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness.
Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre,
praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Praise the LORD."
Mass Parts to be Sung
These pieces will all have been sung by the parishioners celebrating the 10 AM mass.
- If possible, use earbuds or headphones to enjoy these pieces fully (adjust volume to 25% or less to start, until you determine the volume best for your listening pleasure).
- Click on "Download File" and allow it to open in Windows Media Player or your equivalent player.
THIS WEEK's SETTING WILL BE -
Mass of the Angels and the Saints
(See or Rehearsal page - click the Adult Choir link above under the painting of King David)
Advent / Christmas Gospel Acclamation
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Andrews Mass Setting
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Chepponis Mass Setting
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Creation Mass Setting
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Maher Mass Setting
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Proulx Mass Setting
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Mass of Christ the Savior Setting - Fr. Dan Schutte
Storrington Mass Setting
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We Are the St. Valentine Church Choirs
St. Valentine Church strives to be a local center of worship, fellowship, and service. We hold the celebration of the Sacred Mysteries central to our identity as a community of faith. The parish community of St. Valentine is devoted to service within and beyond itself, as it strives to deepen its own commitment to the Lord and to announce the Good News of salvation in Christ.
The mission of St Valentine Music ministry is to lead and uplift the community in sung prayer by way of embracing the congregation's call to full, conscious, and active participation. While affirming and celebrating the unique diversity of our community, our music ministry acknowledges the Church's rich heritage of sacred music, and strives to complement it with the many resources of vocal and instrumental music from both the past, the present and our multicultural traditions.
Office for Music Ministry
Hannah Elarmo, Director of Music, Cantor, Soprano/Alto
Gary M. Sabak, Organist, Accompanist
Kimberlee Korzelius, Cantor, Soprano
Christian Arencibia, Cantor, Bass
Douglas Bender, Senior Cantor, Tenor (sabbatical)
Jarred Lee, Cantor, Bass (sabbatical)
Donna Malyszko, Assistant Director of Music (sabbatical)
David Malyszko, Guest Pianist, Organist, Conductor, Bass Vocalist (sabbatical)
Zachary Morehouse, Cantor, Tenor/Bass (sabbatical)
About our Ministry
The Music Ministry of St. Valentine is made up of our directors, cantors and choirs. While our directors and cantors often participate in many of the weekly masses offered in our parish church, the choirs sing with the congregation at specific weekend masses, holy days and special liturgical or sacramental events.
The Adult Choir provides an added dimension of spirituality allowing congregants to express joy in their faith through participation in the sung prayer of mass responses and sacred music. The Adult Choir joins the parish at every 10 AM Sunday Mass for the months of September through May and occasionally for special events/masses. They rehearse and learn new music on Thursday evenings from 7:30 - 9:00 PM in the church.
The Treble (Youth) choir participates in the celebration of every second Saturday, 5:30 PM mass. They are girls and boys of CCD ages. They rehearse on Saturday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:00 PM on the stage in the church hall.
Both choirs employ a wide range of musical selection and style.
Our Recordings
The St. Valentine choirs have had the opportunity to be able to record a number of musical selections for both the Christmas Season as well as pieces used in Ordinary time during masses and special occasions.
These CD's titled, "Many the Gifts" and "Christmas at St. Valentine" make wonderful musical gifts.
If you would like copies of either or both of them, they are still available for a customary donation.
Discuss your needs with Ms. Hannah Elarmo or any member of the Adult Choir.
These CD's titled, "Many the Gifts" and "Christmas at St. Valentine" make wonderful musical gifts.
If you would like copies of either or both of them, they are still available for a customary donation.
Discuss your needs with Ms. Hannah Elarmo or any member of the Adult Choir.
Reach Us
To contact the Music Ministry, you may use the parish Contact Form.
You may also leave a message for the Music Ministry on the parish telephone answering system.
Or leave a message with the receptionist at the rectory by phone or in person.
Alternately, you my speak to any member of the Adult Choir for help in addressing your need(s).
You may also leave a message for the Music Ministry on the parish telephone answering system.
Or leave a message with the receptionist at the rectory by phone or in person.
Alternately, you my speak to any member of the Adult Choir for help in addressing your need(s).
For Choir Members
As resources become available, members of our Adult and Treble choirs will be able to access them on their choir rehearsal pages.
Rehearsal pages may include menus for masses scheduled, lyrics, sound clips or live recordings, links or embedded YouTube videos, PowerPoint presentations, midi files for voice parts or full pieces.
Click on the needed page link.
Adult Choir
Treble Choir
Throughout the active Choir Season, Choir members are requested to check your rehearsal page(s) often for any changes. For urgent or critical announcements, you will be notified ASAP via email (or Phone chain).
All parishioners and friends are welcome to visit these pages if you have an interest in how we prepare for Mass.
Any questions may be directed to any choir member.
Rehearsal pages may include menus for masses scheduled, lyrics, sound clips or live recordings, links or embedded YouTube videos, PowerPoint presentations, midi files for voice parts or full pieces.
Click on the needed page link.
Adult Choir
Treble Choir
Throughout the active Choir Season, Choir members are requested to check your rehearsal page(s) often for any changes. For urgent or critical announcements, you will be notified ASAP via email (or Phone chain).
All parishioners and friends are welcome to visit these pages if you have an interest in how we prepare for Mass.
Any questions may be directed to any choir member.
