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!
Join the No-commitment Summer Choir!
Sundays, June 18 - Sept. 3
9 AM Service: 8: 15 AM call time | 11 AM Service: 10:15 AM call time | Music Center
Beginning June 18, come to the Music Center to learn a simple anthem or two that we will sing during the service that day each Sunday during summer. The choir is open to anyone with any vocal range. Bring your beautiful voice and singing heart regardless of your previous experience! The attire is 'come as you are.' Come one Sunday or come to as many Sundays as you are available!
For more information, email Brian Lustig, Director of Choral Activities
In-person Rehearsals (Join any time throughout the year)
Chancel choir, Jubilee Singers, Chamber Choir, and Masterwork Chorale 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 – Tuesdays 6:30-7:20 PM at Music Center
- Chancel Choir – Thursdays 7-8:45 PM and Sundays warm-up 8:15-8:45 AM at Music Center
- Chamber Choir - Thursdays 8:45-9:30 PM - Music Center
- Masterwork Chorale - Tuesdays 7:30-9 PM - Music Center
Want to join or have questions?
Email Brian Lustig, Director of Choral Activities or Spencer Velky, Administrative Assistant for Music Ministries
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. Chamber choir is the only auditioned ensemble. 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 9 AM Sunday morning worship services.
Weekly rehearsals:
Thursdays, 7–8:45 PM, and Sunday warm-ups, 8:15-8:45 AM.
THE JUBILEE SINGERS
September - June
Learn sacred choral music from a variety of contemporary styles. Musical performances are presented approximately once per month during the 11 AM Sunday morning worship services.
Weekly rehearsals:
Tuesdays, 6:30–7:20 PM.
THE CHAMBER CHOIR
September - June
The Chamber Choir sings approximately once a month at the 11 AM service. An audition is required for this ensemble, only to ensure that we have an appropriate balance of voices. This smaller ensemble will delight in slightly different repertoire than the Chancel Choir.
Weekly Rehearsals:
Thursdays, 8:45 - 9:30 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:
Children’s and Youth choirs
Choir and music programs for children and youth begin on Sunday, September 11, 2022. This fall’s programming focuses on music fundamentals, positive personal expression, making new friends, and creating joyful music in the spirit of worship. Prior musical experience is not necessary!
See All Choirs & Music Programs for children and youth here
For more information contact: Dana Zimbric or Brian Lustig
