St. Mary Immaculate offers a wide range of opportunities for parishioners to share their musical talent and interests.
Contact:
Heather Roerig, Music Director, 815.436.2651 x805 hroerig@smip.org
Grace Notes
Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Choir is open to all people, high school age and older, and sings from September through Pentecost. No audition, although reading music is encouraged it is not necessary. Bring your voice and spirit!
Youth Choir
No audition, just a desire to sing praise! The Youth Choir is open to children in 3rd through 8th grades. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings from 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during the school year. The Choir sings from September through Pentecost and is off summers. Please consider the rehearsal time when considering R.E. class signups, as it is difficult to change classes once assigned.
“TGIF” “Joyful Noise” and “Celebration” Contemporary Ensembles
Along with the Incorruptibles, these groups minister to the 6:00 p.m. Contemporary Masses on a rotating basis, as well as for Easter, Christmas and other occasions as needed. Interested vocalists and instrumentalists are encouraged to contact Heather Roerig to set up an audition.
Cantors
An audition is necessary and the ability to read music is very desirable for those interested in this ministry. Training is provided to encourage growth & development.
Resurrection Choir
Open to all who can be available to lead song at funeral Masses during the day. No audition is necessary and you are not required to read music. This is an important ministry and is wonderfully supportive to the bereaved.
Instrumentalists
Qualified instrumentalists are needed to enhance Masses and special celebrations as needed. Piano/Organ, all strings, especially guitar & bass guitar, percussion, woodwind & brass, are all desired.
Handbell Choir
Note reading and/or experience is not necessary, only a desire to make music for the Lord and have fun. Adults and middle to high school students are most welcome!
Please contact Monica Slayman at 815.436.2651, Ext. 805 mslayman@smip.org for further information.
HISPANIC MUSIC MINISTRY
Spanish Adult Choir
The Spanish Adult Choir rehearses year-round on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm. You do not need to read music in order to join. The Choir leads song in rotation with the Spanish Teen Choir for the Sunday 12:15 pm and Saturday evening Spanish 5:30 pm Masses. No audition, just a desire to sing praise!
Contact: Rodolfo Rosales at 773.710.2761 or bofo_7@hotmail.com