MUSIC MINISTRY

The Sanctuary Choir with "Here Is Love" Cantata Instrumental Ensemble

Joseph V. Shelley, Director of Music Ministries
music@tumcfl.org • 407-221-1309

    At Tuskawilla United Methodist Church, we strive to create an atmosphere of Passionate Worship that elicits heart-felt communing with God.  We strongly believe that all styles of music are important vehicles of worship and that praising God should not be limited to just one particular type or genre of music.  That in order to more-effectively reflect the rich diversity within the Christian community, we must allow our chancel to be open to all Holy Spirit-anointed musicians.  Worshipers can expect to sing and be ministered to by a wide variety of music: hymns, spirituals, contemporary praise, classical, gospel, anthems, and many others.

    On any given Sunday service, you will often hear: pipe organ, piano, guitars, drums, synthesizer, soloists, the sanctuary choir, the children's choir, praise ensembles, and many others.

Below, feel free to explore some of these musical elements more closely.  And of course, we are always looking for individuals to join one of our musical groups.  Even if you've had little to no experience, we provide a comfortable environment for you to learn the skills involved in singing or playing a musical instrument.

Should you wish to speak with me for any reason, please feel free to give me a call (407-221-1309), send an email (music@tumcfl.org), or meet me on campus.

Sanctuary Choir

The Sanctuary Choir has been an on-going ministry at TUMC for more than twenty-five years!  We encourage men and women, high-school aged through senior adult, experienced and non-experienced alike to become active members of our choir.  Singing at all worship services and for special events such as Easter and Christmas musicals, the Sanctuary Choir is an integral body of singers committed to helping lead the congregation in corporate worship.  Come be a part of this warm, friendly, and fun group!  No auditions are required as we teach you the skills to sing successfully in a choral setting. 

WEEKLY REHEARSALS: Thursdays: 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM

juBELLation Ringers

Come be a part of our new juBELLation handbell choir on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 PM to 8:30 pm.  The ability to read music is a plus, but not a must.

PraiseTeam

A strong and vital part of our weekly worship experience, the PraiseTeam, helps lead the congregation in worship services. Genres include new, and classic, songs of Praise and Worship, as well as great hymns of the church.

Incorporating vocalists, keyboards, acoustic, electric & bass guitars, drums and other live instruments, you are sure to be blessed by the inspirational PraiseTeam ministry.

Whiffenpoofs

Led by Lois Cochran, the Whiffenpoofs' primary objective is to minister to folks who are often living in assisted-living facilities, nursing homes, hospice as well as other venues.  As a non-audition group, the Whiffs' (for short) encourage anyone who is interested the opportunity to sing in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.  Repertoire includes much-loved folk, sacred, gospel, and classical songs, such as: "Shine On Harvest Moon," "Edelweiss," "When the Saints Go Marching In," and many others.

If you would like more information about the Whiffenpoofs, please email Lois by clicking here.