From the beginning of the world [music] has been instilled and implanted in all creatures, individually and collectively. For nothing is without sound and harmony ... Let this noble, wholesome, and cheerful creation of God be commended to you ... At the same time you may by this creation accustom yourself to recognize and praise the Creator. --Martin Luther, "Preface to Georg Rhau's Symphoniae lucundae"

Lutherans have always been a singing people. It was Martin Luther who, with the first Lutheran cantor and composer, Johann Walther, brought wide-spread hymn singing into the church during the Protestant Reformation. Our choir supports congregational singing and also presents musical offerings in praise of our Lord and for the edification of his people.

We enjoy a wide variety of musical styles. The Lutheran Church has a rich and historic tradition of liturgical music, including renowned composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Michael Praetorius, Heinrich Schuetz, and Johann Pachelbel. We are grounded in the historic music of the church, but we also rejoice in the rich diversity of Christian music from all cultures. It is not uncommon to hear a Gospel song, an African-American spiritual, a contemporary choir piece, or music from around the world when you visit Our Redeemer. Learn more about Lutheran music at this site offered by Thrivent.

Why does the church use an organ? Although the beginnings of the organ predate the Christian church, it has been developed through the centuries as the musical instrument of the western church. This is because in it's very nature, it supports the singing of God's people. Like the human voice, the sounds are made by columns of vibrating air and it is able to sustain long tones and "sing" both triumphantly and express our deepest emotions. It is no accident that various parts of the pipes are named after human anatomy, such as the throat, mouth, and lips.

What about electronic instruments in worship? Modern technology has enabled many congregations to purchase digital organs rather than pipe organs. The principle is the same as pipe organs, but in many cases congregations judge it better stewardship of our resources to use digital instruments due to initial cost and maintenance. Many congregations would have no organ at all if not for advancements in technology. In addition, as the church seeks to reach out to new generations with music that is relevant to their lives, other electronic instruments are being used more and more.

Adult Choir

• Open to adults and high school students
• Rehearsals each Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m.
• Sing each Sunday and at special services throughout the choir season (Sept-May)
• Variety of musical styles from Classical to Gospel

Children's Music

• Unfortunately, we currently don't have a children's choir. However, there are multiple opportunities for children to participate in the music life of the congregation.
• Children are welcome with open arms to play in the hand-chime choir, playing alongside adults who act as mentors.
• Each December the Sunday School presents a Christmas program on a Sunday morning. Children are encouraged to play instruments and sing as a choir.
• The SonSeekers Summer Day Camp offers music programming and the chance to perform as part of the SonSeekers celebration.