DIRECTOR OF MUSIC is Mr Tim Swales (see people section).

ST JOHN’S CHOIR

The choir of St John’s Anglican Church in Dee Why, comprising soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers, has been a feature of the Solemn Eucharist Service on Sunday mornings for many years. The selection of music ranges from the traditional to more contemporary styles, and while generally performed with organ accompaniment will, on occasions, be a cappella.

Presently the choir sings at the 10.00 am Service every Sunday, and at a 6.00 pm Choral Evensong once a month, usually on the Second Sunday. Additionally the men of the choir sing at Evensong on the Third Sunday of the month, when the choice of music is largely from Plainsong and Gregorian sources. A cantor leads the singing when the choir is in recess.

Special Services, such as at Christmas and Easter, are highlights of the year, when extra singers and musicians are often called upon to augment the choir. Attendance at weddings and funerals is also requested from time to time.

Rehearsals lasting up to two hours take place once a week, usually on a weekday evening, and for up to an hour immediately before each Service. If more rehearsal time is needed this will be subject to the availability of members.

Membership is entirely voluntary. Members are mostly from the local area, but there are some who travel considerable distances every week. Singing in a church choir needs a firm commitment to regular attendance at Services and rehearsals, although due consideration will always be given to personal circumstances.

There are no upper or lower age limits, accepting that at both ends of the scale there may be factors which preclude a person from joining or restrict their participation. Musical skills, particularly sight reading, are obviously desirable but by no means essential. The only requirement is the ability to sing in tune, and this will be established at a brief informal audition.

Persons interested in joining the choir are invited to contact the Director of Music for further information.
Tim Swales 02 9982 7027
or email: tkswales@optushome.com.au

ST JOHN’S SERVERS

Enquiries about serving at the Altar at St John's to Deacon Sandra Salmon.

ST JOHN’S SIDESPEOPLE

This important ministry of welcoming involves greeting people as they come to church, assisting them to feel at home in our services and helping newcomers to feel at ease and able to make friends.

They also help with practical jobs such as setting up.