Music Ministries

At Fairmont we praise God and enter more deeply into His Word through the gift of music. We share our individual voices in a chorus of God’s people that lifts us up and binds us together.

Music is an essential part of Fairmont’s worship. We use music before worship as a time to intentionally set aside some of our worries. Like the early church, we sing hymns and songs of praise to share our love of God. Our choirs and talented musicians share anthems and musical meditations that lead us more deeply into God’s story. We end our services with music to send us out into the world to love and serve. When we sing, we pray twice!

Are you interested in joining us or learning more about Fairmont’s choirs? You’re welcome to come to any rehearsal or email Coleman Clark, the director of Music Ministries, at cclark@fairmontchurch.org

Chancel Choir

The Chancel Choir sings during the traditional worship service in Fairmont’s sanctuary. They sing anthems, along with a wide variety of music, from September through May. With the sound of the 28-rank Schantz pipe organ and the grand piano, the choir truly fills our sanctuary with glorious praises to God! In 2029, we will be refurbishing and expanding our wonderful pipe organ so that it will bring joy into the 22nd century.

Chancel Choir members have many different musical backgrounds, from music professionals to folks who just love to sing. The Chancel Choir is open to everyone! Rehearsals are in Fairmont’s choir room on Thursday evenings from 7:15 to 8:45 PM.

Praise Band

At the casual worship service, the Praise Band leads heartfelt and upbeat praises to God. Featuring songs by Christian artists, the music is contemporary and the message is timeless. The Praise Band practices Wednesday evenings from 4:30 to about 5:30 PM in Fairmont’s Fellowship Hall. All singers and instrumentalists are welcome to join! For more information, catch one of the band members after the 8:30 AM casual worship service on Sunday mornings or contact Coleman.

Handbell Choir

The Handbell Choir plays Fairmont’s three octaves of recently refurbished Schulmerich handbells several times a year during the traditional worship service. They practice on Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the church’s choir room and always welcome new ringers! Previous experience with hand bells is not necessary to join, just a desire to create joyful music with this fun group.

Children’s Choir

Everyone at Fairmont loves hearing the Children’s Choir sing during the traditional worship service on special Sundays! All children are welcome to sing and lift their voices in praise to God. The Children’s Choir rehearses both in person and at home by using a digital copy of the music.