Music | St. Columba's Episcopal Church

St. Columba’s is a warm, welcoming place where music is an integral part of both worship and community life. The church’s long tradition of musical excellence is continued in our four singing choirs, handbell ensembles for youth and adults, and chamber orchestra. In addition, concerts offering a variety of organ, choral and instrumental programs are offered throughout the year. We encourage each of you to engage with us in our community of music makers by singing or ringing with one of our choirs, or attending a concert in our worship space. All are welcome!

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New Year's Eve Concert
December 31st 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Baroque to Modern, 6:00 pm featuring Rosa Lamoreaux, soprano; Grace McFarlane, piano; Anne Timpane, organ; David Timpane, baritone; Michael Bard, guitar; Scott Ambush, bass; Ann Colgrove, harpsichord. Concert is approximately one hour long, Reception to follow. Program includes works by Bach, Ravel, Duparc, Prevert, Balbastre, as well as selections from The American Songbook. $20 suggested donation benefits the music program at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 4201 Albemarle Street, NW, DC. Students Free. Tickets at the door only. www.columba.org/music

Daytime Singers

Singing together lessens anxiety, stimulates memory, increases lung capacity, promotes social bonding, and builds a sense of belonging and joy. It "fosters trust, cooperation, and social cohesion" while supporting "total growth of the human being." Beginning in September, St. Columba's will offer Daytime Singers on Thursdays from 11 - noon.

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Music Playlist

St. Columba’s is a warm, welcoming place where music is an integral part of both worship and community life. To listen to selections of our past musical events, including selections from our choirs, concerts, music rehearsals and more, view our music playlist.

St. Columba's is a warm, welcoming place where music is an integral part of both worship and community life. The church's long tradition of musical excellence is continued in our four singing choirs, handbell ensembles for youth and adults, and chamber orchestra. In addition, concerts offering a variety of organ, choral, and instrumental programs are offered throughout the year. …

For adults and experienced young instrumentalists, the Chamber Orchestra rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 8:15 - 10 pm and plays during Sunday services several times throughout the year. Please contact Peter Clamp for more information.

Children & Youth Choirs & Handbells

Primary Choir, our choir for children in Kindergarten through second grade, works on songs and anthems to share in church, but their main focus is on learning and enjoying music together. The group rehearses Wednesdays 4:00-4:45 pm.

Children's Choir, for those in grades three through six, is a wonderful place to sing and l…