Music & Arts
Music and the arts are central to worship at Ardmore Baptist Church, drawing us into deeper encounters with God and one another.
Through music, we experience awe, reverence, comfort, and joy. The visual and performing arts enrich our worship and invite us to express our faith creatively.
Our music and arts ministry welcomes participation from all ages, offering opportunities to discover, develop, and share God-given talents. Whether through choral and instrumental groups, creative worship, or visual arts, we seek to glorify God, minister to others, and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ.
For more information or to get involved, contact David Fitzgerald, Minister of Worship, Music, and Arts at dfitzgerald@ardmorebaptist.org.
Music Ministry
Choral & Vocal Ensembles
Sanctuary Choir
Wednesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Open to college students and adults, this choir leads the 10:45 AM worship service and presents special music at Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter. The choir also participates in Composer Weekends and concerts with guest composers and choral clinicians.
8:15 AM Worship Teams
Sunday mornings
Instrumentalists and vocalists lead worship in a more intimate, contemplative setting using contemporary and acoustic styles. Musicians rehearse an hour before the service.
Choral Scholars Program
College students receive training, leadership experience, and a scholarship or stipend while participating in the Sanctuary Choir.
Instrumental Ensembles
Ardmore Orchestra
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM
A group of over 30 musicians, including strings, woodwinds, brass, chimes, and percussion. Open to high school students, college students, and adults.
Brass Ensemble & String Quartet
Perform throughout the year in worship and special events.
Solo Instrumentalists
Individuals are encouraged to share their musical gifts in worship, weddings, funerals, and special programs.
Youth & Children’s Music
Youth Music & Arts
(Grades 7-12) Sundays
A creative program where youth engage in worship leadership through handbells, instrumental ensembles, drama, and visual arts.
Preschool Music
Sundays once a month, 10:45 AM
Monthly music education during the 10:45 AM worship service, introducing preschoolers to singing, instruments, and creative movement.
Children’s Music & Arts
(Grades 1–6) Sundays
A faith-based curriculum that engages children through singing, movement, instrument exploration, and creative arts.
Handbell Choirs
Ardmore Bells
(Adult Handbell Choir) Sundays
Open to college students and adults, leading in worship and participating in an annual handbell festival.
Youth Handbells
(Grades 7-12) Sundays
Provides opportunities to develop handbell techniques and lead in worship.
Children’s Chimes & Handbells
(Grades 1-6) Sundays
Children are introduced to music reading, chime techniques, and handbell ringing to prepare them for worship leadership.
The Arts in Worship
World Communion Sunday
The communion table is set with breads from around the world.
Pentecost Sunday
Red balloons with doves are released, symbolizing the Holy Spirit, and prayers are offered in multiple languages.
Easter
Worshipers bring flowers to adorn the draped cross in the courtyard.
Advent
The Sanctuary is decorated with banners, greenery, an Advent wreath, and a Chrismon tree with handcrafted ornaments.
Creativity Beyond Music
Worship at Ardmore Baptist is enriched through various artistic expressions:
Liturgy & Prayer
Incorporating elements from traditions like Celtic spirituality, Tenebrae services, prayer stations, and reflective practices.
Drama & Movement
Dramatic readings, liturgical dance, and presentations such as The Living Last Supper.
Art & Handcrafts
Artist showcases, handcrafted items from the Handicrafters and Prayer Shawl ministries, and children’s artwork displayed in worship and missions.
The Arts at Ardmore Series
A concert and arts series that brings local, regional, and national musicians and artists to share their gifts with the church and community.
Worship Media Team
This growing team of youth, college students, and adults provides technical support for worship services, including:
Sound reinforcement
Lighting
Media presentation
Recording and live-streaming
Training is provided for those interested in joining the team.
a note
from David
Minister of Worship, Music, and Arts
Whether you love to sing, play an instrument, create visual art, or support worship through media and technology, there’s a place for you in our Music & Arts Ministry. Contact me if you’d like to get involved!
Church Office: 336-725-8767
