MUSIC NOTES

There have been wonderful musical highlights here since Easter, including presentations by the handbell ensemble and Jubilation!, the children’s choir, as well as special arrangements topped off by a four-hand piano and chorus presentation of “Now the Green Blade Riseth.” For that one, Lois Shamer joined Christine Kenny on the piano, and Lois’ granddaughter Katie Van Zant was featured May 24th when she and her piccolo added brilliance to the Offertory anthem, joining the CLC Choir for “Lord of the Dance.”

CLC hosted the Ascension service May 21st in the Fellowship Hall, at which we were joined by the musicians and congregations of several area Lutheran churches. The service featured a double choir of handbells, plus an anthem by a joint choir from several churches. It’s always inspiring to see the mix of choir robes assembled as they sing together, in this case a Vivaldi piece, “All the Earth Rejoice With a Gladsome Voice.” The acoustics of the Fellowship Hall are especially good for that music, and it was a sound to be remembered.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

There are some highlights coming in the month of June that deserve a spot on everyone’s calendar. We will hear from the handbells on June 7th, and Jubilation! on June 14th; and from a number of our talented high school students on June 21st, as we celebrate those graduating this year.

SUMER IS ICUMEN IN

Music at CLC is an open invitation for those interested to share their gift of music with the congregation, and join the fun of making a joyful noise to the glory of God. If you would like the opportunity to share your gift of music during our worship services this summer, please contact Christine Kenny, at 499-4182.

Corodon Fuller