711 South Saginaw St.
Flint, Michigan 48502
(810) 234-8637
stpaulschurch@ameritech.net

The Choirs of St. Paul's Church

St. Paul's Church is an Episcopal Church led by the Rector, the Reverend Martin Field. The music program and choirs are under the general direction of Mr. Edward Arter. He took up the appointment at St. Paul's Church in August of 2003.

The following members of staff assist Mr. Arter: Gussie Blake, Assistant Director, a native of Flint; G. Donald Kaye, Coordinator of Concerts is a native of Pennsylvania; Patrice Shriver, Librarian, a native of Flint.

The benefits of belonging to one of St. Paul's choirs are enormous. They include:



* Free professional music instruction
* Small group training in music literacy,sight-singing, theory and history
* Professional vocal training
* Regular performance of the finest sacred music drawn from a large repertoire
* Choir trips
* Concert opportunities
* Social activites
* Personal growth in an environment of teamwork and enjoyment
* The reassurance that your time or your child's time is being well spent not only learning how to sing, but also developing broader skills of self discipline and commitment which are essential to success in any walk of life.





We Are Seeking Prospective Choristers In The Following Areas

Boys aged 7-11
Requirements: An interest in music, 2nd grade English reading ability, capability to match pitches, and musical poential.

Boys aged 12 and up with unchanged voices
Requirements: Must be able to read music fluently.

Boys with changed voices
Requirements: Must be able to read music fluently.

Girls aged 7-18
Requirement: an interest in music and musical potential. Younger girls must have at least 2nd grade English reading ability and be capable of matching pitches. Older girls must be able to read music and preferable have some choral experience.

Men (for Men/Boys and Men/Girls Choir)
Requirements; must be able to read music fluently and sight sing to a high level.

Adults (Men and Women over age 18)
Requirements: Musically literate singers over the age of eighteen (men and women) with good voice who enjoy singing and who are willing to commit to a regular practice and service schedule.

There is an audition to join. The Director of Music and his assistant will hear everyone sing. For new boys and girls aged 7-11, this will include pitch match tests, vocal exercises, a short piece such as the verse of a hymn and a reading passage (usually from psalm). For older auditionees the requirements will vary slightly depending on age and experience. We are usually looking for a healthy clear voice and musical potential rather than a perfect performance at the audition.

There is no tuition charge for membership in the choirs. Music is provided, as are robes and gloves. For full members of the choirs the commitment is basically as follows:



Boys Choir: Monday afternoon @ 5:00 p.m. and Sunday Service


Bell Choir: Monday evening @ 7:00 p.m. and Sunday Service


Gospel Choir: Tuesday evening @ 6:30 p.m. and Sunday Service


Girls Choir: Wednesday afternoon @ 5:00 p.m. and Sunday Service


Royal School of Church Music (RSCM): (All) Wednesday evening @ 6:30 p.m.


Chancel Choir: (Men and Women) Thursday evening @ 7:00 p.m. and Sunday Service



Help your child's music education grow at St. Paul's. In addition to Girl or Boy Choir, free lessons and sightseeing class (Voice for Life) are offered. For more information about the music program, or to arrange an interview and voice trial, please contact Mr. Edward Arter at (810) 234-8637, ext. 201.