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"...sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God."

Colossians 3:16

Worship, Music & Liturgical Arts

"It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High."
Psalm 92:1

From the joy of childhood through the excitement of youth to the maturity of adulthood, there is a place for everyone in the ministry of music. You are invited to discover the blessings of God's gift to us as we give our best in music and service.

Concert Series
The Concert Series is a part of the church's outreach program to the community.

2010-2011 Season. The 2010-2011 Concert Series promises to delight, amaze and inspire you, regardless of your musical preferences! We've brought together an outstanding group of singers and instrumentalists to lift your spirit and immerse you in the beauty of the world that surrounds us. You'll find passionate prayers, delightful displays of whimsy and contemplative music and song. Bring your family and friends along to enjoy what promises to be one of the most exciting series we've assembled in recent years.
The 2010-2011 brochure will be published in September, 2010.
[2009-2010 Concert Series brochure]

Seating for all concerts is first-come, first-served. Doors open 45 minutes before performance time. Nursery care provided for all Sunday concerts.

Midday Meditation
Take a break for relaxation and quiet throughout at Vanderbilt's Midday Meditation concerts. These brief programs can be a few quiet moments to savor alone or to share with a friend or loved one.

Advent Meditations
Spend a few quiet moments in contemplation during the Advent season at the Midday Meditation Concerts. All concerts begin in the sanctuary at 12:05 p.m. and are 25 minutes in length.

Chancel Choir
The 110-voice Chancel Choir or Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church provides music for all services of worship. Drawing from repertoire of all periods of music history from plainchant to contemporary Christian music, the choir serves as the musical ministers of he congregation. The Chancel Choir is a non-auditioned ensemble and membership is open to all interested singers. In addition to providing music for worship, the choir presents two concerts annually.

Chancel Choir Rehearsals
Rehearsals are held every Wednesday night September through May in Cochran Music Hall. Warm-up rehearsals are held one-half hour before each worship service. If you are interested in joining the choir, please call Jim Cochran at 592-5398.

Children's Choirs
Children are invited to join us for rehearsals on Wednesdays as a part of our Wednesdays at VPC/Stepping Stones program. For more information, contact the office. The choir will sing on the THIRD SUNDAY of each month, the five o’clock Christmas Eve service, Palm Sunday, and the annual Musical.

Un-Rehearsed Christmas Pageant
Throughout the Fall, Children and Youth learn Christmas carols in preparation of this annual event which is held on Christmas Eve. Under the direction of Dr. James Cochran

Annual Children and Youth Celebration of Music
Throughout the Spring, Children and Youth prepare an exciting musical to present during the month of May.

Summer Music Camp for Children
Students 2nd-5th grades are invited to join us for a camp filled with singing and ringing and more! The annual summer music camp for students in grades two through five (rising) will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. during the week of June. Campers present special music during the Worship Services. Campers learn singing and ringing techniques and learn about a different composer each day. There are instrument demonstrations, and of course, cookies! You may register by calling the Church Office at 597-5410. An Emergency Surgical Health Form must be on file for each child prior to Music Camp.

Women's Ensemble
For more information about this ensemble, contact the office at 239-592-5398.

Carillon Ringers Handbell Choir
The Carillon Ringers Handbell Choir, an ensemble utilizing 5 1/2 octaves of Schulmerich handbells conducted by Stanley Leonard, provides inspiring music during regular worship services from October through April and for Christmas and Spring Concerts presented at the church. If you're interested in membership, please contact Stanley Leonard at the church office.

Moller Organ
The church's spectacular 33-rank Moller pipe organ leads the congregation in joyous song at all services of worship. [ Moller Organ Specifications ]

Pianos
Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church is proud to house four beautiful grand pianos. The pianos are located in the Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, and Cochran Music Hall.

Recordings
The Chancel Choir has recorded two compact disc recordings. The first, entitled Sunset and Evening Star, was recorded live on March 21,1999. This concert was performed in memory of Jim Cochran's dad, Bryce Clark Cochran. This recording features John Rutter: Requiem with the Chancel Choir and soloists Jeanne Snedeker and Ben Petty. Other titles include: Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, James B. Cochran, organ; Dottie Rambo: We Shall Behold Him, Jeanne Snedeker, soprano; Janet Johnson: Love Remembered (in memory of James Cochran's father), Janet Johnson, piano; and choral works including: Holst: I Vow to Thee My Country; Rutter: The Clare Benediction; and the hymns Sunset and Evening Star and The Battle Hymn of the Republic.

The second CD features the Spring Concert with the combined Choirs of Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church and First Presbyterian Church of Naples (recorded March 23, 2003). Featuring Antonin Dvorak's Mass in D Major, Handel's "Hallelujah Chorus" and Eugene Butler's How Excellent Is Thy Name, this CD will fill your home with music to stir your soul.

Enchanting Oboe: Relax to the sounds of Debussy, Rossini, Chopin, Bellini and other composers in this CD featuring Andrew Snedeker on oboe, James Cochran on piano and harpisichord and Richard Fleisher on harp.

These recordings are available by calling the Music office at 592-5398.

Contact James Cochran, Director, jcochran@vpcnaples.org or 293.592.5398

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