MUSIC MINISTRY
This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia (ELW pg 101)
Worship at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church is always a musical festival. In Colossians 3:16, St. Paul instructs the church to sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Martin Luther states that, “Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.” Our musical offerings in traditional worship include our pipe organ and handbell and vocal choirs. Our contemporary style worship services include a praise team with instruments and singers. We strive to use God’s gift of music to his children in and outside of our worship services.
“Trumpets and pipes! Loud clashing symbols! Sing to the Lord a new song!” (ELW 731)
At CDLC there are many ways to join in the church’s song. In addition to giving praise to the Lord through congregational singing, everyone is invited to participate in the choral and instrumental programs of the church.
When in Our Music God is Glorified (ELW 851
The sanctuary at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church is acoustically one of the best performance “rooms” in the greater Milwaukee area. This was achieved in 1989 when the members of the church consulted with Riedel & Associates for an acoustical renovation. The sound absorbing ceiling tile was removed and the ceiling was plastered to allow for an acoustical "echo". The carpeted hospitality area at the rear of the church along with remaining acoustical tile in the balcony balances the sound in the nave. Combined with new church pews in the nave and a complete redesign of the chancel, the sanctuary at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church has a reverberation that is acoustically excellent.
“God is here! As we your people meet to offer praise and prayer.” (ELW 526)
As we continue into the 21st century, our music programs continue to be an important and vital part of our core worship life at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church. We encourage you make your life a song to God by joining us with any of your God given musical talents, no matter how small they may be! This is an excellent way to nurture your spirit and develop skill and discipline of mind and voice. We endeavor to provide singers and instrumentalists with a variety of experiences that will equip them to fully use their voices and talents in praise of God.
MUSIC REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
Our music program provides members of all ages with new challenges and enrichment as we celebrate the grace the Lord has given us at CDLC. Generally, our musical programs begin early in September and run till the beginning of June.
Adult Vocal Choir rehearses on Sunday mornings at 8:45 AM. We also get together on a few Saturdays for rehearsal and fellowship to prepare for the liturgical seasons. If you have ever thought about adding your voice to the joyful song of the choir, now is the time to join!
Cantors lead the congregation in the Psalm and generally warm-up on Sunday mornings. Individual cantor rehearsals are scheduled with the choir director.
Adult Handbell Choir rehearsals are on Monday evenings from 5:45 – 7:00PM. We also rehearse on Sunday mornings prior to our ringing in the worship service.
Children & Youth Handbell Choirs are currently being formed. Please refer to the Handbell webpage to learn more about our newly created Christian Community Youth Handbell Choir.
Gathering Place Senior Handbell Choir rehearses Monday afternoons from 12:30 -1:30 PM. This group is associated with the Sherman Park Gathering Place and is open to all seniors 50 years young and older.
Contemporary Music Group meets monthly. This praise band leads our music in worship approximately once a month. Contact the contemporary music director if you would like to join this group.
We invite you to explore our music programs by browsing the various pages within our website. If you are interested in joining or learning more about any of the musical programs of our church or need more information, please contact our Organist and Choir Director - Bette Wibracht at (262) 617 – 7828 or bwibracht@capitoldrivelutheran.org.
Solo Deo Gloria
MUSIC MINISTRY
This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia (ELW pg 101)
Worship at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church is always a musical festival. In Colossians 3:16, St. Paul instructs the church to sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Martin Luther states that, “Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.” Our musical offerings in traditional worship include our pipe organ and handbell and vocal choirs. Our contemporary style worship services include a praise team with instruments and singers. We strive to use God’s gift of music to his children in and outside of our worship services.
“Trumpets and pipes! Loud clashing symbols! Sing to the Lord a new song!” (ELW 731)
At CDLC there are many ways to join in the church’s song. In addition to giving praise to the Lord through congregational singing, everyone is invited to participate in the choral and instrumental programs of the church.
When in Our Music God is Glorified (ELW 851
The sanctuary at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church is acoustically one of the best performance “rooms” in the greater Milwaukee area. This was achieved in 1989 when the members of the church consulted with Riedel & Associates for an acoustical renovation. The sound absorbing ceiling tile was removed and the ceiling was plastered to allow for an acoustical "echo". The carpeted hospitality area at the rear of the church along with remaining acoustical tile in the balcony balances the sound in the nave. Combined with new church pews in the nave and a complete redesign of the chancel, the sanctuary at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church has a reverberation that is acoustically excellent.
“God is here! As we your people meet to offer praise and prayer.” (ELW 526)
As we continue into the 21st century, our music programs continue to be an important and vital part of our core worship life at Capitol Drive Lutheran Church. We encourage you make your life a song to God by joining us with any of your God given musical talents, no matter how small they may be! This is an excellent way to nurture your spirit and develop skill and discipline of mind and voice. We endeavor to provide singers and instrumentalists with a variety of experiences that will equip them to fully use their voices and talents in praise of God.
MUSIC REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
Our music program provides members of all ages with new challenges and enrichment as we celebrate the grace the Lord has given us at CDLC. Generally, our musical programs begin early in September and run till the beginning of June.
Adult Vocal Choir rehearses on Sunday mornings at 8:45 AM. We also get together on a few Saturdays for rehearsal and fellowship to prepare for the liturgical seasons. If you have ever thought about adding your voice to the joyful song of the choir, now is the time to join!
Cantors lead the congregation in the Psalm and generally warm-up on Sunday mornings. Individual cantor rehearsals are scheduled with the choir director.
Adult Handbell Choir rehearsals are on Monday evenings from 5:45 – 7:00PM. We also rehearse on Sunday mornings prior to our ringing in the worship service.
Children & Youth Handbell Choirs are currently being formed. Please refer to the Handbell webpage to learn more about our newly created Christian Community Youth Handbell Choir.
Gathering Place Senior Handbell Choir rehearses Monday afternoons from 12:30 -1:30 PM. This group is associated with the Sherman Park Gathering Place and is open to all seniors 50 years young and older.
Contemporary Music Group meets monthly. This praise band leads our music in worship approximately once a month. Contact the contemporary music director if you would like to join this group.
We invite you to explore our music programs by browsing the various pages within our website. If you are interested in joining or learning more about any of the musical programs of our church or need more information, please contact our Organist and Choir Director - Bette Wibracht at (262) 617 – 7828 or bwibracht@capitoldrivelutheran.org.
Solo Deo Gloria