St. André Bessette Parish
Holy Cross Church (Middle Musquodoboit) - St. Bernard Church (Enfield) - St. Rose of Lima Church (Fall River)
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MUSIC MINISTRY - YOUTH CHOIR/BAND
Purpose
Music Leadership for Saturday 4:00 p.m. Mass
Lead congregation is singing hymns, psalms and responses
Leadership development for youth and their liturgical understanding
Time Commitment
3-4 weekends a month, September - June
Weekly practice to learn new music and responses (1.5 hours)
Weekly selection of music and correspondence with Music Slide Ministry
Monthly – may have music for special liturgical events outside of Sunday Mass
Monthly – Director only meets with other Music Minster to coordinate music schedule, report copy right and meet with Liturgy Committee
1-2 annually Youth Social events with members that promotes fellowships such as pizza party, rehearsal nights of BBQ
Talents/Skills Required
Musicians - must already know their instruments and be able to read music, follow instruction and have patience to accompany singers. Have respectful demeanor and enthusiasm. Adult musicians must also have some skill at leadership/directing.
Singers – ability to sing in parts/harmony. Reading music an asset. Willingness to learn, ability to take direction, respectful demeanor and enthusiasm. Potential for leadership growth in canting.
Director- Must have good rapport with youth. Must have understanding of Liturgy, Liturgical Music, Liturgical Calendar and appropriate repertoire.
Youth must be in at least Grade 5 to join.
Responsible Ministry Protocol
Required. See Archdiocesan website.
http://www.halifaxyarmouth.org/index.php/policies/responsible-ministry
Last updated
April 2016