St. Mark’s Choristers

St. Mark’s Choristers is for youth in the second grade and higher, and its purpose is to inspire in them a lifelong love of music, to teach them music fundamentals, to instill in them the importance of leadership, teamwork, and responsibility, and to provide musical leadership for Sunday’s 8:45 family service all within the context of a fun and worthwhile after-school program.

The Choristers follow the Royal School of Church Music program in which they work through several levels of achievement (represented by colored ribbons) as they learn to sing, read music, and be leaders in worship. In addition to music, various fun activities are offered, including a yearly choir camp, free karate lessons, free tutoring, and occasional outings and fun days. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:00, followed by optional karate lessons or tutoring until 5:45. This choir takes a break for the summer from roughly June until September. For more details, download the brochure here.

Our Current Head Chorister

Bond M.

On Sunday, February 21, the Mary B. Winston Award, a choral leadership award established in memory of Mary and in honor of her years of service to music in the Jacksonville community, particularly music for youth, was given to Kayla F.  (pictured below with Mary's husband, Jim)

Additionally, Bond M. was appointed the new Head Chorister, and the following choristers received new medals/ribbons:
white - Janie D., Ellie H., and Shannon M.
light blue - Elizabeth B., Kayla F., Danny K., Bond M., Xander M.,Colin S., and Chance T.
dark blue - Anna D., Andrey K., and Sasha K.

Congratulations to all our award winners!!

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