Music

First Presbyterian Church has a rich history of fine music. Many fine music directors and organists have lead its Music Ministry.  A wonderful choral library, quality pianos, a beautiful pipe organ, supportive church leadership, loyal volunteers, and xperienced professionals insure that this fine muscal tradition will continue for years into the future.  Volunteers are the most essential part of this tradition and all are welcome. Contact  Tim Houfek, Director of Music, at (402) 345-5383 or thoufek@fpc.omaha.org.

 CHANCEL CHOIR

This group of vocal musicians present worship music each service for service ten months (July and August are off) of the year.  Rehearsal is at 7:00 p.m. each Wednesday night and warm-up at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings to prepare the anthems and special music. A Christmas cantata is presented in December. The choir usually participates in one or more festivals involving other churches each year. Music of all styles is presented to enhance the worship service. Accompaniment is provided by a variety of instruments but primarily the piano and pipe organ. Any interested adults and youths are invited to join the choir. If you would like to sing or have questions, contact Tim Houfek, Director of Music, at the church office at (402) 345-5383 or thoufe@fpcomaha.org. 

 

ADONAI SINGERS

The Adonai Singers lead the Gathering Time music regularly on Sundays at the 10:15 a.m. and present a special song during the 10:30 a.m. worship service.  Reuearsal is Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m.  If you would like to sing or have questions, ontact Tim Houfek, Director of Music, at the church (402) 345-5383 or thousfel@fpcomaha.org.   

 

 CHILDREN’S CHOIR

The Children’s Choir consists of children from Grades 1 through 5.  Rehearsal is on Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m.  in Millard Hall on the second floor.  They present music to the congregation at the worship services throughout the year and participate in the annual Children’s Christmas Program.  Contact Scott Bogacz, Children’s Music Director at (402) 210-8847 or sbogacz77@gmail.com for additional information. 

 

CHILDREN’S HANDCHIMES CHOIR

The Children’s Handchimes Choir meets on Sundays at 8:40 a.m. in the temple area of Millard Hall.  We plan to play regularly in worship, quite often with the Children’s Choir.  If your child is interested, please have her/him at rehearsal promptly so we can get a good rehearsal in before Sunday School starts. 

 

 HANDBELLS AND HANDCHIMES CHOIR

Our Handbells and Handchimes Choir is a medium to advanced group of 12 members. Note reading is necessary and prior ringing experience is desirable for membership in this group so please become involved.  The Handbells Choir rings one Sunday per month and practice at 6:30 p.m. on Monday nights.   Contact Joyce Reimer at the church (402) 345-5383 or jreimer@fpcomaha.org or at home at  joycelreimer@gmail.com or (402) 296-2218.   We welcome members.

SPECIAL MUSIC

Members and non-members of the church are invited to present special music during the offertory part of the 10:30 a.m. worship service.  This ministry provides opportunities for soloists and group, both vocal and instrumental.  These presentations are arranged through Tim Houfek,  Director of Music.  Tim can be contacted at the church at (402) 345-5383 or thoufek@fpcomaha.org.

 

 CHURCH ORCHESTRA

This ensemble is open to anyone of any age with musical talent interested in playing specialty music and hymns for our worship services.  This ministry was co-founded four years ago by James and Mary Wilson, and they continue to direct the group.  Questions may be directed to Jim and Mary at (402) 333-5096 or wilson-home@cox.net.