The Strawbridge Music Ministry encourages members of all ages, skill levels and styles to grow spiritually through the mutual love of God and music! Our adult musical groups are open to all Youth (7th grade +) and adults of all skill levels. If you’re interested in joining any of these ministries, please contact Rev. Lindsay Smith, our Minister of Music and Fine Arts.
Adult Musical Groups
The Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 pm in The Choir Room. This choral group leads our 9:00 am worship service after a warm-up rehearsal at 8:30 am in The Choir Room.
Contact Pastor Lindsay for more details.
The Praise Band
The Praise Band meets for rehearsal each Wednesday evening at 8:00 pm in the Sanctuary. This group leads our late worship service each Sunday at 11:05 am. Please contact Pastor Lindsay if you'd like more information on participating in the band.
The Sounds of Strawbridge Adult Handbell Choir
Our Adult Handbell Choir meets for rehearsals most Sunday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary and they perform throughout the year in our worship services.
The Strawbridge Orchestra
Our orchestral group consists of members ranging from the 9th grade/high school freshmen to adults. All instrumentalists are welcome!
We are excited to kick-off the 2026/27 season with a Desserts and Listening Party on Friday, August 28 at 6:30 pm in The Choir Room. This will be a fun opportunity to hear "These Ancient Words" in its entirety before working on the piece in the fall.
Fall 2026 Schedule:
Sunday, Oct. 4 - 2:00 pm Rehearsal in The Choir Room to begin "These Ancient Words" and new anthem from Lloyd Larson
Sunday, Oct. 18 - 2:00 pm Rehearsal in The Choir Room to begin "Building Consecration Sunday" as the focus
Wednesday, Oct. 21 - 6:30 pm Rehearsal with the Chancel Choir in the Sanctuary
Saturday, Oct. 24 - time TBD (tentative) Retreat with Lloyd Larson
Sunday, Oct. 25 "Building Consecration Sunday" Debuting new anthem by Lloyd Larson performed in both worship services
Sunday, Nov. 1 - 2:00 pm Rehearsal in The Choir Room to focus on "These Ancient Words"; may have sectionals as needed
Sunday, Nov. 8 - 2:00 pm Rehearsal in The Choir Room
Wednesday, Nov. 11 - 6:30 pm Rehearsal with the Chancel Choir in the Sanctuary
Saturday, Nov. 14 - time TBD Final rehearsal with Chancel Choir for "These Ancient Words"
Sunday, Nov. 15 "These Ancient Words" Performed in both worship services
Sunday, Dec. 6 - 2:00 pm Rehearsal in The Choir Room to focus on "Lessons and Carols"
Wednesday, Dec. 9 - 6:30 pm Rehearsal with the Chancel Choir in the Sanctuary
Sunday, Dec. 13 "Lessons and Carols" Performed in both worship services
Please contact Rev. Lindsay Smith, if you’re interested in joining the Strawbridge Orchestra.
All 6th through 12th graders are welcome to join our Youth Choir! No auditions are required. Rehearsals are on Sunday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 pm in The Choir Room. Our Youth Choir rehearsals are designed to back up to Snack Supper & Youth Fellowship.
Youth Choir participates in worship and community singing, and is led by Miss Lindsay Elgin. Click here to join/register for 2026/2027.
For any further information or questions, please email Pastor Lindsay or Kristen Tropeano, our Director of Student Ministries.
Children’s Musical Groups
Celebration Singers Choir
Our Celebration Singers Children’s Choir is comprised of 1st thru 5th graders that are led by TeriGina and Paul Whitley. Their rehearsals for the 2026/27 school year are on Sunday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 pm in Room 151.
You can register your child(ren) here. For any further information, please email Natalie Whitley and/or Pastor Lindsay.
As a reminder, everyone working with children and youth at SUMC are required to complete Safe Sanctuary training every 2 years. Learn more about our Safe Sanctuary training here.
Cherub Choir
Our Cherub Choir is designed for (potty-trained) 3-year-olds through Kindergarteners and they work with Mrs. Natalie Whitley and meet once a week for rehearsals. Stay tuned for details and registration for the 2026 Fall Season.
For any further information, please email Natalie Whitley and/or Pastor Lindsay.
As a reminder, everyone working with children and youth at SUMC are required to complete Safe Sanctuary training every 2 years. Learn more about our Safe Sanctuary training here.