Music Ministry

Worship the LORD with gladness;
       come before him with joyful songs.

For more information about any of the ensembles at Linden Heights, contact Gary Van Essen, director of music at gvepro@verizon.net or at 410-668-6181.

Chancel Choir

The cornerstone of the music program at Linden Heights is the twenty-five member Chancel Choir, directed by Gary Van Essen. Made up of a combination of trained and amateur musicians, the choir performs a variety of modern and classic SATB choral repertoire for the weekly 11 a.m. worship service and for concerts and special events. Some of the choir’s favorite composers include John Ness Beck, John Rutter, Craig Courtney and Dan Forrest. The choir is open to anyone, age 16 and up without audition. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursday nights from 8:00 p.m. until 9:15 p.m.



Joyful Sounds Handbell Choir

The 3 octave Joyful Sounds Handbell choir is directed by Deirdre Duda. The choir rehearses weekly on Thursday nights from 6:30-7:45 and performs monthly at the 11 a.m. service and for special events. Reading music is a plus, but is not a requirement.

Band of Ages

The Band of Ages is a concert band, made up of students and adults. The choir arranges rehearsals as needed to play for special events and services.

Praise Singers

The praise singers meet to rehearse on Sunday morning before the 9:15 a.m. service and lead singing at that service.

Specials Events 2009-2010

Lessons and Carols Service presented by combined Linden Heights and Arnolia UMC choirs at Arnolia UMC
Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 2:30 p.m.

Cluster Choir Concert featuring 80 singers from local churches at Arnolia UMC
Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.