Let the Word of Christ richly dwell with you, with all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another with psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with thankfulness in your hearts to God. - Colossians 3:16
Dear Friends:
I invite you to share your gifts as we continue to build upon the wonderful legacy in music ministry that is St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church! As we gather together in "joyful, Christ-centered worship," we have many opportunities for you, your children and friends to become involved and give. I love the Colossians 3 passage above because music is one of the precious vehicles in which the Word of God can richly dwell (abide, rest, be at home) in our hearts and lives. Second, we can do this together and with one another. Third, we are commanded to worship God and encourage one another in a variety of musical ways, styles and settings (psalms, hymns, spiritual songs)—the great hymns of our faith, anthems based on Scripture, songs of testimony, contemporary songs and spirituals—that all reflect our joyful, heartful thankfulness to God and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
Join our Sanctuary Choir, instrumental ensembles, vocal ensembles and worship teams that serve on Sunday mornings and seasonal concerts and our awesome teaching ministry called "Children's Graded Choirs" on Wednesday evenings. As believers, we can give no finer gift to God than excellent worship music drawn from humble and thankful hearts. Neither can we give a finer gift to ourselves and our children. If you love music and have instrumental, vocal or technical skills, we invite you to participate and serve.
Faithfully,
Dr. James Melton
Minister of Music and Worship
Music Events
Christmas Concerts
Sunday, December 13, 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 20, 4:00 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Purchase tickets by picking up a form in the Music Department or online: Click Here to buy tickets now.
Children's Choir Schedule
All children’s choirs meet on Wednesdays each week.
Choir Grade Time Director Cherub Choir ___Grades K & 1 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Donna Wicks
Carol Choir_____Grades 2 & 3 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Kristen Riley
Chorister Choir__Grades 4-6 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Jayni Melton
Relevant Academy of Music
There is something special about making music on an instrument or together with others. It can be inspiring, relaxing, sometimes frustrating, but very often just plain fun.
The mission of St. Andrew’s Relevant Academy of Music is to provide a place where kids, teens and adults can learn the skills it takes to “make a joyful noise.” Within the St. Andrews context, we want that place to be one that provides music instruction in a caring, encouraging and fun environment.
In this schedule you will find our first listing of classes which range from guitar and piano to basic music fundamentals. We offer these for kids, teens, but also have provided opportunities for those adults who always wanted to try music lessons or brush up on their music basics.
A class structure is a good way to try music lessons.
It's a good test to see if you or your child enjoy it.
It's a more affordable way to start music lessons.
A place you can experience the fun and interaction of learning music with others.
If you or your child is interested and ready, we also provide private lessons. For more info on private lessons, contact Grace, 949.574.2233.
Look through the schedule and see what is being offered. Decide what kind of music-making you or your child would like to try. Then, fill out the registration form online (link below) or pick up a form in the Music Office.
Music Blessings,
Grace Marestaing & Brandon Muchow, directors
Fall Schedule of Music Classes
Have you ever wanted to play the piano or learn some of the fundamentals of music? It’s never too late. Try a fun 12-week course here at St. Andrews. Fall classes will meet for 12 weeks beginning September 21 - one 45 min. class per week. Kid and Teen classes begin the week of September 28. Please note: Cost of music books will be collected at the start of each class as the prices of books vary.
Classes for Adults (and teens)
PIANO Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
A fun way to get acquainted with basic skills at the keyboard. Each class will be made up of 3-4 students (minimum of 3 students per class). The class will emphasize note reading, basic keyboard skills, primary chords and sight reading. Two different times available:
PA 1a: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. (September 22 – December 8)
Teacher: Grace Marestaing
Meets in Room A002
PA 2a: Fridays, 10:00 a.m. (September 25 – December 11)
Teacher: Grace Marestaing
Meets in Room A002
MUSIC BASICS Cost: $150 + $10 registration fee + cost of book
The basics of reading and making music, including rhythm and counting, sight reading, and more. The class is designed for older teens and adult beginners as well as those who want to improve basic music skills. (Minimum of 4 people per class.)
MB: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. (September 22 – December 8)
Teacher: Grace Marestaing
Meets in Room A002
*You must register for this class by filling out a form and submitting payment in the Music Office. You cannot register for this class online.
Classes for Kids (ages 7 – 11)
BEGINNING GUITAR Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
Through beginning level pop guitar music, this class will build the basics and introduce kids to the guitar - chords, rhythm and fingering techniques. (Minimum 3 & maximum 6 students per class.)
INTERMEDIATE GUITAR Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
A class designed for students who have experience and some of the basic chords and guitar techniques. (Minimum 3 & maximum 6 students per class.)
GK 2a: Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. (October 1– December 17) Teacher: Toby Kim
Meeting Room TBD
BEGINNING DRUMS Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
Beginning fundamentals of rhythm and drum techniques. (Minimum 2 & maximum 4 students per class.)
DK 1a: Mondays, 4:00 p.m. (September 28 – December 14)
Teacher: Brooke Alexander
Meets in Room A002
INTERMEDIATE DRUMS Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
This class is designed for kids who have the beginning fundamentals. (Minimum 2 & maximum 4 students per class.)
DK 2a: Mondays, 5:00 p.m. (September 28 – December 14)
Teacher: Brooke Alexander
Meets in Room A002
PIANO Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
A fun way to get acquainted with basic skills at the keyboard. The class will emphasize note reading, basic keyboard skills, primary chords and sight reading. (Minimum 3 students per class.)
PK 1a: Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. (September 29 – December 15)
Teacher: Grace Marestaing
Meets in Room A002
BEGINNING GUITAR Cost: $225 + $10 registration fee + cost of music book
Through beginning level pop guitar music, this class will build the basics and introduce kids to the guitar - chords, rhythm and fingering techniques. (Minimum 3 & maximum 6 students per class.)
Direct from our 001 storage rooms came a set of choir robes long since forgotten by St. Andrew’s. But, as God’s timing would have it, there was a need for robes in Africa and we were able to bless several churches by donating our old robes for a new life of usefulness and musical performance.
Thanks to Judy Howard, our receptionist, her nephew saw the need for robes on his first musical mission trip to Africa and asked if we knew anyone with robes they could donate to the churches. With the cooperation of our staff and a little digging through storage, we were able to meet the need!
Thank you Jeff Allen for seeing a need and helping the Body of Christ share the resources He has provided to us.
Join our Sanctuary Choir, instrumental ensembles, vocal ensembles and worship teams that serve on Sunday mornings and seasonal concerts and our awesome teaching ministry called "Children's Graded Choirs" on Wednesday evenings. As believers, we can give no finer gift to God than excellent worship music drawn from humble and thankful hearts. Neither can we give a finer gift to ourselves and our children. If you love music and have instrumental, vocal or technical skills, we invite you to participate and serve.