Music is a large part of worship at All Souls. [Please see: What You Need To Know About Music]
We also host special musical events. [Please see: Arlan A. Baillie Steinway Performance Series]
Kay B. Eames is Music Director. She has served as Music Director, Choir Director and Organist for over thirty years. [Please see: Biographical Sketch of Kay B. Eames]
Typical of old Congregational custom, the organ and choir usually sing from the choir loft at the eastern end of the Meetinghouse. And, yes, it is all right to turn around during the service and watch the choir in action. The choir and organ are located above the Narthex (the vestibule at the front entrance of the Meetinghouse).
The Senior Choir has been active in worship for over half a century. This is a volunteer choir, made up of people who have a heart for God and for song as well as an ear for music. The choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from September to June. As one choir member puts it:
“We gather on Thursday evenings after a long day and maybe a meal that might require a comfortable chair for dessert; but we persevere and something magical happens. We forget the life situations and focus on the music. I dare say, we are focusing on Him and the glory we are blessed with and share on Sunday mornings.”
The Church Organ is a Moller Pipe Organ. It was dedicated at Sunday worship on March 8, 1970.
Youth Choirs
The Youth Choirs of All Souls are under the direction of Anne Small, a well known music educator and performer in Bangor. Rehearsals are typically held following morning worship. For more information, please contact the church office.
Revised and updated: June 18, 2008 8:03 AM