“…in the midst of the congregation I will sing your praise.”
Hebrews 2:12
St. Barnabas is proud to be home to several active and vibrant music ministries, bringing so much life and joy into our worship. Please contact Music Director & Organist, Sheila Bristow, if you are interested in participating.
Contact: Sheila Bristow
THE PARISH CHOIR (All Voices)
The Parish Choir at St. Barnabas sings at 10:30 a.m. Sunday service during the academic year (Sept-June), along with other major church events and feast days such as Christmas and Holy Week services. The Parish Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m., plus a Sunday warm–up at 9:45 a.m. This is a friendly group to sing with—newcomers are welcome!
EARLY RISERS (All Voices)
A casual group of drop-in singers for 8 a.m., Rite I service on the last Sunday of the month. Attendance commitment is minimal: sign up in advance for each month; attend warm up at 7:15 a.m. before the service on the last Sunday of each month. AND, you get to wear your plain clothes – no robing required!
SCHOLA NOVA (Soprano and Alto Voices)
The Schola Nova treble choir sings Vespers services at St. Barnabas. This group sings primarily a cappella, chant–based repertoire. Attendance can be drop–in or regular. Rehearsal for each month’s music is required and takes place the prior Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m., plus a Sunday warm up at 4:30 p.m. before Vespers service at 6 p.m.
2025-2026 Vespers with Schola Nova Schedule:
Oct 15 Rehearsal
Oct 19 Vespers | Teresa of Avila, Mystic and Monastic Reformer
Nov 12 Rehearsal
Nov 16 Vespers | Margaret of Scotland, Queen
Jan 14 Rehearsal
Jan 18 Vespers | Agnes and Cecilia of Rome, Martyrs
Feb 11 Rehearsal
Feb 15 Vespers | The Transfiguration
March 11 Rehearsal
March 15 Vespers | The Annunciation
April 15 Rehearsal
April 19 Vespers | Mary Magdalene, Saint
May 13 Rehearsal
May 17 Vespers | Julian of Norwich, Mystic and Theologian