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The Music Program at UCE

UCE Choir

The choir presents music of diverse styles and traditions, both a capella and accompanied by assorted instrumental combinations. Regular rehearsals encompass vocal and choral technique, as well as insights into the interpretation and theory of music. The choir welcomes singers of all abilities, who can, at minimum, carry a tune and match pitch with a choral section.

The choir sings regularly at Sunday service, with some Sundays "off." They also prepare special "music Sundays," involving the preparation of longer works. Examples are “Winter Solstice,” a musical celebration of the winter holidays, and Vivaldi’s Credo, with a chamber baroque orchestra for spring.

Occasionally, the choir director holds a music workshop, either during rehearsal time or a half day on Saturday, to give choir members a chance to hone skills and learn more about music-making.

Music Makers

UCE's Music Makers Class is an exploration of music in a joyous, fun environment for children, kindergarten through grade 2 (ages 5-8). Musical concepts are taught through singing, playing, rhythm games, creative movement, and improvisation. Parent participation is encouraged and enjoyed by all!

Jazz Brunch

UCE member Karl Montzka and his ensemble of Chicago’s fine jazz musicians present a spectacular annual event, a Sunday service with catered lunch.

Drums, Bells, Orff!

Learn to play and improvise on traditional African and Latin drums and other percussion, handbells, and Orff instruments. Strengthen your rhythmic skills and ensemble playing through guided exercises. Instruments are provided. This is an intergenerational experience and children mature enough to receive instruction are welcome.

Instrumental ensembles

From time to time, Director Bradfield uses instrumental accompaniment for choir work. He also offers opportunities for small groups of instrumentalists or soloists to present music for the Sunday service. He has begun a regularly rehearsing group of instrumental musicians, including a brass ensemble and a percussion ensemble. Instrumental and vocal people are also encouraged to provide music for the summer services.

The Music Committee guides the vision of the music program at monthly meetings.

 


Unitarian Church of Evanston
1330 Ridge Avenue — Evanston, IL   60201
847 864-1330 — mail@ucevanston.org