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JOSEPH CHOIR
Parish of the Immaculate Conception
Bulan, Sorsogon
Isaiah 6:3
5. Being knowledgeable of the liturgy and various
liturgical seasons of the church.
MISSION
MEMBERS
GENERAL GUIDELINES, PROCEDURES, AND
34. Choir members are baptized Catholics at least 16 years of EXPECTATIONS:
age willing to serve the Lord in the music ministry.
35. Before a candidate joins the choir, he or she auditions with
the music director who decides whether to admit or not the
candidate to the choir. Successful candidates are assigned to
sections. MANNERS OF A CHOIR
44. Arrives warmed up.
45. Is early or on time at least.
SERVICE/PERFORMANCES
ETIQUETTE REHEARSAL RULES
71. Before the choir sings at mass, in concerts or special events
60. The rehearsals should begin and end with a prayer, giving and occasions, it should always start in prayer and that they
thanks to the lord for the gift of music, offering the choir will be reminded that it is all for the great glory of God.
singing to the Lord and asking for blessings for the success 72. During mass choir members talked to each other only as
of the service. Personal intentions and special mentions may necessary regarding the music for the mass no other
include in the prayer. conversation is allowed. We should always observed proper
61. The choir rehearses at least once a week in preparation for manners and focus in the celebration of the Eucharist.
the next Sunday's mass and to learn new music for future 73. During mass choir members maintain a prayerful behavior
masses. giving a good example to others.
62. Rehearsal begins on time when everybody arrives at least 5 74. A member cannot sing at mass or a concert unless she or he
minutes before the scheduled time. Seats and the music attended the last rehearsal.
sheets are also prepared in advance.
Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the
rock of our salvation!
Psalm 95:1