Our congregation features music prominently in worship and involves many members in making music together. Singers, instrumentalists, and listeners meet happily at UUCP, and it’s hard to imagine a community-wide event without music. Our program is largely based on individual initiative, so feel free to propose something new, but the ensembles listed below are some easy ways to get involved. Meanwhile, please enjoy a selection of our music videos. You can view more on our YouTube channel.

Choir

Our choir meets every Wed. night in the sanctuary from 7:00-9:00pm, and sings in Sunday service every few weeks. They sing a wide variety of music, and no previous singing experience is required. This spring, The choir is led by music director Benjie Messer.

Band

Our band welcomes guitar players, bassists, keyboard players, percussionists, singers, and anyone else who likes making music in a small group. They generally read chord charts rather than fully notated parts, and draw from folk, country, rock, and jazz.

Open Strings

Our “Open Strings” ensemble welcomes violinists, violists, cellists and double-bassists to rehearse and perform together in occasional services. Member Susan Morris coordinates the group.

Other Musicians

Do you sing or play an instrument? Want to join or start a musical ensemble? Let Music Coordinator Benjie Messer know, at music@phoenixuu.org. UUCP has a history of ensembles in many styles (orchestra, jazz, a cappella, African drumming, ukuleles) and some of those may return.

Special Events

Other musical events throughout the year that are open to the whole community—evening sing-alongs, no-talent talent shows, live-streamed concerts, singing meditation workshops, and more—will be included in UUCP’s weekly Compass email newsletter.