Music & Worship
The Music Ministry of Providence UMC is known as a leader in church music and for training leaders in worship. The Music Ministry is inspired to use music to help bring people closer to God through worship. Our standards of excellence are high as we want to honor God with our best efforts. Our Providence Chamber Music Series has been honored through local news outlets as being a vibrant part of Charlotte’s Music and Art community and acknowledged for its quality and assembly of talented musicians and vocalists. There are many opportunities to get involved, for all ages, whether in a choir or in other areas of service (altar guild, acolytes, ushers, etc.) New participants are always welcome!
ADULT CHOIRS & HANDBELL CHOIR
If you love music and have vocal experience, please consider being a part of an Adult Choir or Handbell Choir. Contact the Music office for more information and upcoming auditions.Current programs include:
+ Chancel Choir - Adults and High School Seniors
+ Encore Choir - Senior Adults
+ Providence Handbell Ringers - Adult Handbell Choir (spaces are limited)
CHILDREN’S MUSIC
Developing children through music and worship leadership is important to the Music and Worship Ministry at Providence. We offer opportunities for your children to grow through the art and expression of music. Our current program includes singing, handbell ringing, playing instruments, as well as learning about worship and how to be leaders in worship. Learn more in our Children’s Music brochure HERE. Sign up for Children’s Music and/or Genesis Ringers HERE.
YOUTH MUSIC
Youth Asbury Ringers (rising 6th — 12th graders) is a dedicated group of amazing young people who enjoy making music together. No musical experience is necessary! More information, including rehearsal dates and times, can be found in the Youth Asbury Ringers brochure HERE. Sign up for Asbury Ringers HERE.
FELLOWSHIP EVENTS
Beyond worship participation, the Music Ministry gathers for fellowship and enrichment events throughout the year. We love to make music and have fun as a group too! There is a strong sense of community and camaraderie within the Music Ministry!
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
The Music Ministry is actively involved in our community providing free concerts through the renowned Providence Chamber Music Series, Bashor Memorial Organ Series, Encore Choir Fall & Spring Tours to assisted living facilities and many more service opportunities.
GET INVOLVED!
The Music Ministry is a special ministry of worship, ministry, fellowship, and serving others. Contact us with the form at the bottom of this page and let’s begin a conversation about getting you or your child involved in our Music Ministry!
Highlights of PUMC Music
The Robinson Family Pipe Organ
The PUMC organ is Parkey OrganBuilders Opus 14, incorporating the rebuilt Aeolian-Skinner organ (Opus 1472) originally housed in the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. It was removed, restored, and reinstalled at PUMC in 2013. This organ is the central instrument in the music ministry where it leads congregational singing, accompanies multiple choirs, and is featured in select concert events.
Providence Chamber Music Series
Each month (September through May), professional musicians from around Charlotte come together to perform chamber music from all genres. All recitals are free of charge to the community. We are indebted to the professional musicians for their contribution of time and talent in making this chamber series possible. A very special thank you goes to Lori Tiberio, Artistic Director, for organizing and programming this series.
David Bashor Memorial Organ Concert Series
This Concert Series presents organ recitals from September through May. Our series is named in memory of Dr. David Bashor, a member of the Chancel Choir for over thirty years, who served for over a decade as chair of the organ committee. His vision and dedication to this endeavor are largely responsible for the beautiful organ that now graces the Sanctuary. For his efforts, we will be forever grateful and we’re honored to name the organ series in his memory.