Trinity Music
Music and Arts at Trinity are at the core of how we illuminate the message of God and how we express our faith. Churches in general have a long history of nurturing and supporting the arts and Trinity is proud to continue this tradition.
Ever mindful of our Anglican heritage, our musicians and other artists strive for excellence. We believe that music should be both inspiring and contemplative, leading us into a deeper knowledge of God's presence. The music ranges from Gregorian chant of the 8th century to modern American compositions. Whether sung by the congregation, the adult choir, or played by any number of instruments, the music follows the lectionary. In addition, dancing, stained glass walls and windows, banners, flowers, paintings, carvings and beautiful paraments help us experience God in a unique creative way. Our senses connect with the mystery of God through music and art. Every art form is an avenue of service which breathes new life into the stories of incarnation, crucifixion and resurrection through taste, touch, sound, movement and images.
Music at Trinity Church is inextricably woven into the elegance of the liturgy. On major feast days, brass and timpani, strings, woodwinds or handbells often augment the majestic pipe organ. Trinity Choir, an ensemble of volunteers and staff singers, provides the service music and anthems for the Sunday 10:30 am Choral Eucharist, as well as for Choral Evensong, Compline and special feast days.
Trinity Choir is open to all with some previous choral experience who enjoy singing fine music in a worshipful, dynamic and congenial setting. Willingness to invest the time, dedication and commitment such an ensemble requires is needed. No audition is required, just a voice placement to allow the choirmaster to hear your voice independently. This ensemble consists of about 20 singers. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30 pm and Sundays at 9:15 am. Trinity Choir sings for the 10:30 am Sunday service, except for the August summer break.
The Choir prepares an anthem for the Offertory and the Eucharist based on the prescribed lessons. Anthems are drawn largely from the English cathedral repertoire, particularly the a capella music of the 17th and 18th centuries.
Anyone interested in singing in Trinity Choir should contact the Church office at 713-528-4100.
Chorister's Prayer
Bless, O Lord, us Thy servants, who minister in Thy temple. Grant that what we sing with our lips, we may believe in our hearts, and what we believe in our hearts, we may show forth in our lives. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN.