Music and Worship

Sounds of Faith, E91 Concert Series
Join us for this year-long series of moving concerts and events with a variety of acclaimed artists and local talents. Although the ambience of each event will be set by the featured performers, you will consistently find your heart stirred and inspired by the wide array of music that is offered to our Savior as a humble gift of worship. For more information, contact: Carolyn Lorenzoni at 849-1261 x2330 or carolynl@east91st.org.

A Celebration of Dance
Sunday, March 14, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary
The E91 Dance Ministries and the dancers of the School of Fine Arts ministry will be hosting a Celebration of Dance on Sunday, March 14 at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This event will be a beautiful worship celebration involving children and adults sharing their gift of dance for the glory of the Lord. Featured music includes some of Tchaikovsky’s best as well as modern Christian worship songs. This event is free and everyone is invited to attend.

The Covenant Symphony featuring Sylvia Patterson-Scott and Beverly Scott
Sunday, April 25, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary
The Covenant Symphony will be joined by Sylvia Patterson-Scott and Beverly Scott from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for an afternoon of beautiful sacred and classical music. Admission is free.

The Indianapolis Brass Choir
Sunday, May 16, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Founded by Delbert Dale in 1987, the Indianapolis Brass Choir has a membership of professional musicians, serious amateurs, and some gifted high-school students who meet for weekly rehearsals and perform 10-12 concerts each year. Recent performances include the Indiana State Music Convention, the International Trumpet Guild Convention and the Great American Brass Band Festival. Admission is free.

Adult Opportunities
For information on any of these opportunities, contact Carolyn Lorenzoni at (317) 849-1261 x2330.

Sanctuary Choir
Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Choir Room (000)
The Sanctuary Choir participates in the 8:00 and 9:15 a.m. worship services weekly. This is a non-auditioned ensemble. Rehearsals are held weekly from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the choir room. Everyone is welcome to attend a rehearsal and learn more.

Goldenaires
Thursdays, 9:45-11:00 a.m., Chapel (116)
This group provides senior adults with an opportunity to sing, fellowship and volunteer. Group travels to retirement communities and performs during winter and spring.

Celestial Sound
Two Mondays prior to performance
7:00-8:15 p.m., Bell Room, behind the stage in the Sanctuary
Celestial Sound Handbells participates monthly in the traditional worship services. Prior experience with handbells is necessary. For more information, please contact Wayne Lundberg at (317) 849-1261 x2362.

Covenant Symphony Members
One Thursday prior to performance
7:00-8:30 p.m., Sanctuary
The Covenant Symphony enhances worship in the traditional services twice monthly and in special services throughout the year.  Time Commitment: 8 hours monthly.

Restoration Brass
One Monday prior to performance
6:30-7:30 p.m., Choir Room (000)
This group is a brass ensemble that plays for the traditional worship services twice monthly.  Potential members are auditioned. Time commitment: 8 hours monthly.

String Players
One Thursday prior to performance
7:00-8:30 p.m., Sanctuary
Enjoy playing a stringed instrument but don’t know where to perform?  The E91 orchestra is looking for participants to join them.  Rehearsals are on Thursdays twice monthly with regular monthly performances on Sundays during traditional services. Time Commitment: 8 hours monthly.

Praise in Motion
Saturdays each week
9:00 -11:00 a.m., Room 030
This dance ministry company meets for devotion, class and rehearsals Saturday mornings from 9:00-11:00. Our mission is to praise and honor God through interpretative Christian dance in worship services, special church events and as an outreach to the community at senior living facilities and charity events. The class is open to any intermediate to advanced dancer.  Participation in performances is determined by a demonstrated proficiency in ballet and modern dance.

Symphonic Band
Four rehearsals in June
The E91 Symphonic Band provides a patriotic band concert for the church and community every summer.  Time Commitment: 2 hours weekly in June only.

Worship Ministry Volunteers
Volunteer arranges schedule

Music Suite
These individuals volunteer based upon their availability in the music library assisting with the management of our music collections and helping with support tasks in the worship ministry. Time commitment: 2 hours weekly. Contact: Carolyn Lorenzoni at 849-1261 x2330 or carolynl@east91st.org.

Winds of Praise
Two Mondays prior to performance
7:00-8:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Enjoy playing a woodwind instrument but don’t know where to perform?  Our newly-formed large woodwind ensemble is looking for participants to join them. People of all ages and ability levels are welcome! This group will perform three times throughout the year in traditional worship services. Time Commitment: minimal. Contact Carolyn Lorenzoni at 849-1261 x2330 or carolynl@east91st.org.

Gabriel’s Brass Choir
Two Mondays prior to performance
7:00-8:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Enjoy playing a brass instrument but don’t know where to perform?  Our newly-formed large brass ensemble is looking for participants to join them.  People of all ages and ability levels are welcome! This group will perform three times throughout the year in traditional worship services. Time Commitment: minimal. Contact: Carolyn Lorenzoni at 849-1261 x2330 or carolynl@east91st.org.

Decorating Committee
Date & Time TBA
Various locations in E91 building
We are forming a decorating committee at E91.  This team will be responsible for making our church a beautiful and welcoming place, especially at Christmas and Easter.  If you enjoy working with others and using your creative talents, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Carolyn Lorenzoni at 849-1261 x2330 or carolynl@east91st.org.