We are privileged to share with children and youth the joy of worshiping, growing, and serving through music. Choirs are featured at the annual Hanging of the Greens concert and lead in worship services throughout the school year.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Li-Wen Monk at (510) 848-6252 ext. 283 or liwenm@fpcberkeley.org.
| Worship Service Hour 9–10 am |
Middle Hour 10:15–11:15 am |
Worship Service Hour 11:30 am–12:30 pm |
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| Children’s Programming |
Children’s choirs take place during Middle Hour. During worship service hours, children may attend worship in the Sanctuary with their families or participate in children’s programming. Children who participate in programming will be escorted to choir or vice versa. | ||
| 4 yrs–Grade 1 | Teddy Bear Lair (PreK) OR Godly Play (4 yrs–Grade 1) |
Cherub Choir | Teddy Bear Lair (PreK) OR Godly Play (4 yrs–Grade 1) |
| Grades 2–4 | Godly Play | Joyful Noise Choir | Godly Play |
| Youth Programming |
Youth choirs take place during the 2nd worship service hour. Unless otherwise specified, youth travel between worship, Youth Ministry programming, and choir without escort. | ||
| Grades 5–8 | The I-5 (Grade 5) OR Rooted (Grades 6–8) |
NewSong Choir | |
| Grades 9–12 | Marked | Network Choir | |
Cherub Choir
PreK (age 4 by September 1)–Grade 1
Cherubs learn that singing their faith is fun! Through songs and musical games, our youngest musicians are introduced to corporate worship and basic singing skills in a nurturing environment. No auditions are required; singers may join at the beginning of the year or, space permitting, at other times during the year.
Rehearsal Time: Sundays, 10:15–11:15 am
Rehearsal Location: Room W213B, Westminster Hall
Joyful Noise Choir
Grades 2–4
Joyful Noise singers learn music fundamentals through songs, games, and movement. They prepare choral music in unison and two parts for singing in worship services and concerts. No auditions are required; singers may join at the beginning of each semester or, space permitting, at other times during the year.
Rehearsal Time: Sundays, 10:15–11:15 am
Rehearsal Location: Room 204A, Westminster Hall
NewSong Choir
Grades 5–8
In NewSong, we have fun, sing beautiful music together, and serve the church community in worship. Singers have the opportunity to grow in musical ability and self-confidence as they sing in multiple parts and a variety of styles. No auditions are required; just come and sing!
Rehearsal Time: Sundays, 11:30 am–12:30 pm
Rehearsal Location: Room W302, Westminster Hall
Network Choir
Grades 9–12
Network brings together high school students, music, and fun! Singers explore choral music in a variety of styles and settings. We lead worship throughout the year and often enjoy opportunities to partner with musicians and other choirs in the First Pres community. No auditions are required; just come and sing!
Rehearsal Time: Sundays, 11:30 am–12:45 pm
Rehearsal Location: Music Room (behind the Sanctuary)
