A new program for children in grades 3-8 of free, world-class music education

What does the Chorister program involve?
This new program has rehearsals each Thursday afternoon from 4:30-6 p.m. Youth drop off is from 3:30-4:30 p.m., and pick up is from 6-6:30 p.m. There are small group theory training before or after rehearsal. Choristers sing two Sundays each month (generally the 1st and 3rd Sundays) for worship at First Church alongside the semi-professional First Church Adult Choir. They also sing for occasional special services and concerts, such as Christmas Lessons & Carols. 

What Choristers learn?
Choristers learn musical skills in voice and theory. They also learn teamwork, leadership, and collaboration gaining confidence, personal skills, and friendship, along with a lifetime appreciation of music.

Who is eligible?
Children with unchanged voices in grades 3-8 are invited to participate from families of any or no faith background. There is not any financial commitment, this is a free program!
No previous musical experience required, only an eagerness to learn and willingness to commit!

Who’s in charge?
This is a program of First Congregational Church, a presence in Columbus since 1852. The Director of the program is Joshua Stafford, an internationally-known organist and choral conductor, who has built similar programs in New Jersey and Florida. We also have volunteers, including well-known conductors and musicians from the Columbus community to assist with small group instruction.

This is an inclusive, open, and affirming learning environment. To sign up please email music@first-church.org.