Music Programs at Grace
Grace United Methodist Church of Wyckoff, NJ is blessed with a vibrant music program. We believe that music is a powerful means of communing with God and hope that our members and visitors find spiritual sustenance in the music of the church. We believe that music expresses emotions that may be inexpressible in words and therefore serves a unique purpose during our worship.
A highlight of the church's music program is our beloved historic Roosevelt pipe organ. Purchased from another congregation in 1880, the organ was built by the brothers Hilborne and Frank Roosevelt in New York City It was moved from our Paterson sanctuary and installed in our then new sanctuary in Wyckoff, NJ in 1961. The Peragallo Organ Company of Paterson added additional pipes, a new three manual console, a trumpet en Chamade and MIDI. The organ has grown to 28 ranks (over 1700 pipes) and is considered one of the finest instruments in the northern New Jersey area.
Nearly 100 individuals from our church family are involved directly in singing and ringing choirs. Soloists and instrumentalists further invigorate our worship. These musicians offer a varied repertoire in the hopes of touching the hearts of all members of our diverse church family. Together, through our music, we seek to offer petitions, thanks, and praise for the glory of God.
Our Choirs
Asbury Choir - Children from four years of age up to and including second graders are invited to join the Asbury Choir. Rehearsals are held every Sunday morning from 10:00 until 10:30 A.M. in Room 19 The children sing their songs and enjoy a snack time provided by parents.
Wesley Choir - Children from the third to the sixth graders are invited to join the Wesley Choir. Rehearsals are held every Sunday morning from 10:00 until 10:30 A.M. in Room 17.
Men of Grace - All men are invited to join the Men of Grace Choir. The music is spirited and easily learned. The men rehearse the first and third Sunday every month in the Choir Room from 10:10 until 10:30 A.M. and sing in church on the fourth Sunday
Senior Choir - All adults and high school students are invited to join the Senior Choir. The choir sings a wide range of music styles in mixed voices arrangements. Rehearsals are held every Thursday evening beginning at 8:00P.M. in the Choir Room. New singers are warmly welcomed.
Handbell Choir - Young people and adults are invited to ring our four octave Schulmerich handbells. Rehearsals are held every Thursday evening beginning at 7:00P.M. in the Choir Room. Music reading skills, while helpful, are not necessary.
Please call 201-891-4595 with any questions about our music programs.
A Note from our Director of Music...
Since coming to Grace Church, I have strived to make the music program of our church welcoming to all. It is rewarding to join together and praise God with our voices and instruments. It is with humble gratitude that I lead our children and adults to enhance our worship services with beautiful and spiritually uplifting music. Come and be a part of our musical mission.
— Alan F. Newman, Director of Music
