Music + Arts

Choirs for All Ages

  • Chancel Choir

    Sundays, 6:30-8 p.m., Choral Suite

    Chancel Choir is open to all adults and rehearses Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Childcare is available as needed. Chancel Choir sings in the 11 a.m. worship service most Sundays, presents an annual Christmas concert, and sings in Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter services. New voices are always welcomed!

    Contact Ryan Jones to learn more.

  • Jubilation Choir (6th – 8th grade)

    Sundays, 5 p.m., Choral Suite

    Jubilation Choir is open to students in grades 6-8 and welcomes those who seek to lead worship in music and grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, and musically. Jubilation Choir works hard to create an inclusive culture, encouraging one another in our faith journey. Together we find creative ways to connect with music, fun, and sharing our stories!

    Contact James Wells to learn more.

  • Sonshine Choir (9th – 12th grade)

    Sundays, 7 p.m., Choral Suite

    Sonshine Choir is open to students in grades 9-12 and welcomes those who seek to lead worship in music and grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, and musically. Sonshine Choir works hard to create an inclusive culture, encouraging one another in our faith journey. Together we find creative ways to connect with music, fun, and sharing our stories!

    Contact James Wells to learn more.

  • Children's Choirs (4 years – 5th grade)

    Wednesdays, 6:15-7 p.m., Haney Hall

    Children's Choirs are offered for children ages 4 through 5th grade. Angel Choir (Pre-K and Kindergarten), Agape Choir (grades 1-2), and Asbury Choir (grades 3-5) meet on Wednesdays 6:15-7 p.m. Children in grades 2-5 also have the option to participate in Rhythm + Bells, an instrumental music time before children's choir held 5-5:45 p.m.

    For more information, contact James Wells.

    See the Children's Choir 2023-24 Calendar here.

Other Music Opportunities

  • BUMC Ringers

    Sundays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Gathering Space

    Do you have an interest in playing handbells? Adult ringers (18+) are welcomed to join BUMC Ringers (ringing experience is not required). BUMC Ringers rehearses on Sundays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the first floor Gathering Space. BUMC Ringers plays in worship & in concerts periodically each year, including the annual Festival of Carols.

    For more information, please contact Dr. Gregg Bunn.

  • BUMC Youth Orchestra

    Sundays, 4-4:45 p.m., Sanctuary

    BUMC Youth Orchestra welcomes students in grades 6-12. No audition is necessary. All young instrumentalists are invited to play with this new group, BUMC members and non-members alike. Join us this year for fun music, great fellowship, and to play for the glory of God! 

    Contact director Patsy Wade to learn more.

  • For His Glory (Liturgical Dance Ministry)

    Sundays, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., The Pit

    For His Glory is our liturgical dance ministry for 1st through 5th graders. For His Glory dances in worship 2-3 times per year and at other musical events throughout the year. No dance experience is required.

    Liturgical dance is a longstanding expression of worship in the Christian faith. The free-flowing movement allows dancers and viewers alike to experience a wide range of emotions while connecting with God.

    Contact Keeley Kirk to learn more.

  • JoySound Orchestra

    Tuesdays, 6:45-8 p.m., Sanctuary

    This multigenerational ensemble invites wind, string, brass, and percussion instrumentalists to join together to use your gifts in music ministry. JoySound Orchestra is open to adults and students in grades 9-12. No audition is necessary; BUMC members and non-members are welcomed to play and fellowship with JoySound!

    Contact Ryan Jones to learn more.

  • Rhythm + Bells

    Wednesdays, 5-5:45 p.m., Gathering Space

    Rhythm + Bells meets on Wednesday nights, 5-5:45 p.m., during the school year. Open to children in grades 2-5, Rhythm + Bells (with Bunn and Wells!) is an instrumental music time where children explore different percussion and Orff instruments as wells as handchimes and more!

    For more information, please contact James Wells.

  • Worship Band

    Accepting new musicians

    The Worship Band leads music and worship in the 9:45 a.m. service on Sundays.

    This group combines singers and instrumentalists to lift praises up to God through music. The Modern Worship Band requires an audition and interview to join.

    Contact Ashton Gibbs to learn more.

Meet the Worship + Arts Team

allie aaron

Allie Aaron

Worship + Arts Administrative Assistant
aaaron@bumc.net

Gregg Bunn-web

Dr. Gregg Bunn

Associate Director of Worship | Organist
gbunn@bumc.net
615.324.7249

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Carol Dickerson

Agape Choir Director (1st + 2nd Grade) 

Ashton Gibbs

Ashton Gibbs

Campus Worship Leader
agibbs@bumc.net

ryan-web

Ryan Jones

Director of Traditional Music 
rjones@bumc.net

Mary Marshall-web

Mary Marshall

Associate Director of Worship + Arts
mmarshall@bumc.net

LynnSummar

Lynn Summar

Angel Choir Director
(Pre-K + Kindergarten)

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Beth Teegarden

Worship Coordinator
bteegarden@bumc.net

patsy wade

Patsy Wade

Pianist | Associate Director of Orchestra Music
pwade@bumc.net
615.324.8204

james wells

James Wells

Director of Worship + Arts | Youth + Children's Music Director
jwells@bumc.net
615.324.7228