The Ministry of Music, through its adult, children’s, and youth choirs is an integral part of the worship and discipleship ministry of First United Methodist Church. Every Sunday worshipers get to enjoy music played on the largest pipe organ in San Diego County. Every second Wednesday of the month, 45-min. free organ concerts, "Midday Pipes", are offered in the sanctuary or to enjoy live-streamed on YouTube. The ministry also sponsors the popular Cultural Events Music Series, community concerts and guest performances by nationally recognized artists and groups.
Join a choir!
In-person Rehearsals (Join any time throughout the year)
Chancel Choir and Jubilee Singers (formerly, Contemporary Singers) are resuming in-person choir rehearsals after Labor Day weekend and we would love to welcome new voices. Full vaccination and masks are always required. The rehearsal times are:
- Jubilee Singers – Tuesday 6:30-7:20 PM at Music Center
- Chancel Choir – Thursdays 7-9 PM and Sundays 8 - 8:45 AM at Music Center
If you would like to join either choir or have any questions, please email Dr. Jaebon Hwang.
If you are new to San Diego or First Church, we extend a cordial invitation for you and/or your family to consider joining one of our choirs. There are no auditions. Please follow the links below for further information.
Adult choirs
THE CHANCEL CHOIR
September - June
A great opportunity to learn quality, sacred choral music from the past masters as well as music hot off the press. Musical performances presented during Sunday morning worship services.
Weekly rehearsals: Thursdays, 7–8:30 PM, and Sundays, 7:30–8:20 AM
THE JUBILEE SINGERS (formerly Contemporary Singers)
September - June
Learn sacred choral music from a variety of contemporary styles. Musical performances are presented approximately once per month during the Sunday morning worship services.
Weekly rehearsals: Tuesdays, 6:30–7:20 PM.
THE HANDBELL CHOIR
September - June
Boost your musical skills through the use of the Handbells. Musical Performances are presented approximately once per month during the Sunday morning worship service.
Weekly Rehearsals: TBA
For more information, contact Dr. Jaebon Hwang
Children’s and Youth choirs
For more information, contact Dana Zimbric
YOUNG CHILDREN'S MUSIC
Grades Kindergarten & First
September – May
Designed for our youngest elementary aged children, this ensemble is a place for children to begin their musical journey. Children participate in singing, musical movement, and games. Musical offerings are presented every other month during Sunday morning worship services, and on special occasions such as the Christmas Eve Pageant, Palm Sunday, and Mother's Day.
Weekly rehearsals: Sunday 9:30 AM – 10AM | Cove (1st floor, UMC Building)
CHILDREN'S CHOIR & MUSIC
Grades 2-5
September – May
This ensemble's musical offerings are presented approximately once a month during Sunday morning worship services, and on special occasions such as the Christmas Eve Pageant, Palm Sunday, and Mother's Day.
Weekly rehearsals: Sunday 10:15 – 11 AM | Children’s Choir Room
THE YOUTH CHOIR & MUSIC
Grades 6–High School
September - May
This ensemble's musical offerings are presented approximately once a month during Sunday morning worship services, and on special occasions such as the Christmas Eve Pageant, Palm Sunday, and Mother's Day.
Weekly rehearsals: Sundays 11:30 AM -12:15 PM | Children’s Choir Room
