Music
O Sing to the Lord a New Song
Music plays a central part in our worship at St John’s. We currently have two choirs and are hoping to start a children’s choir later this year. Both choirs lead the worship in hymn singing and other parts of the service including anthems. Their repertoire draws on the glorious heritage of our English church music tradition. We also host concerts from time to time.
St John's Choir
St John’s Choir sings at Sunday morning services and at special occasions such as Christmas services and at some weddings. The choir rehearses on Friday evenings 18:30–19:30 and we enjoy regular social events throughout the year.
Occasional Choir
The Occasional Choir sings at Choral Evensong on the third Sunday of every month. For this service the singers meet at 15:30 to prepare the music for the 17:00 service. Tea and cake are enjoyed between the rehearsal and service.
Organ
We have had an organ in our church since the 1500s, and the present instrument has been recently restored so that we can enjoy hearing it in services for many years to come.