The goal of the Music Ministry is to unite the congregation in worship and in song, singing our theology, sharing our experiences, and celebrating our future.
We recognize the importance of broad participation by all ages within our congregation, whether preschool children or seasoned adults. Choirs, ensembles, and handbells are available for all experience levels. Everyone is welcome!
Sanctuary Choir
The Sanctuary Choir is the heart of the Music Ministry at Westminster. Singing each Sunday at the 11:15a worship service during the program year, this 40-voice choir provides music that enriches the worship of the congregation. Prior choral experience and/or music reading proficiency is recommended for participation in the Sanctuary Choir. To join, contact Marlon Hurst, Director of Music.
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir provides an opportunity to sing choral music in worship with a lower level of commitment than the Sanctuary Choir. The group meets twice a month during the program year and sings in the 9a worship service once a month. Check the online church calendar for the latest schedule. No prior choral experience is necessary.
Get Involved
If you wish to join a group, or volunteer as a leader for our cherub, children, or youth choirs, please contact our Music Director, Marlon Hurst.
WPC Choral Scholars
Westminster and Furman University have enjoyed a mutually beneficial relationship for many years, joining together to provide practical church music education for Furman students. Currently Westminster invites students to participate in the Choral Scholar program, singing with the Sanctuary Choir and participating in the worship life of the congregation.
Wyatt Pittman
Jackson Collins
Class of 2027
Jackson Collins is a junior tenor studying Vocal Performance at Furman University. He is an active member of Furman’s choirs, including the Furman Singers and the Furman Chamber Choir. Jackson has showcased his talent in Sarah Reese’s Lyric Theatre productions, performing as Orpheus in Orpheus in the Underworld and as the Narrator in The Old Maid and the Thief. Previously, Jackson performed at the Taos Opera Institute, a young artist program in Taos, New Mexico. He currently studies under Dr. Grant Knox.
Alexander Hamilton
Class of 2027
Alexander Hamilton is a junior bass at Furman University, majoring in Economics and Spanish with a minor in Latin American Studies. He studied a semester abroad in Madrid, Spain, as part of his Spanish studies. He sings with the Furman Singers, is a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity, where he has served as the chorister, and works as an admissions tour guide. He has notably performed the national anthem for a Major League Soccer game in Nashville and has been a Choral Scholar at Westminster Presbyterian since 2023.
Wyatt Pittman
Class of 2027
Wyatt Pittman, bass, is a vocal performance major at Furman University studying under Craig Price. He recently graduated from River Bluff High School in Lexington, South Carolina, where he was a member of multiple select ensembles, including the 2023 All State Choir. Throughout his four years at River Bluff High School, he participated in several ensembles, including the vocal jazz ensemble for all four years and the Chamber Choir for three years. During his senior year he served as the Choir President for River Bluff High School, sang for the Cayce United Methodist Church Choir, and would occasionally sing for Mount Hebron United Methodist Church. Wyatt is now a member of Furman Singers and Chamber Choir at Furman University and joins Westminster Presbyterian as a choral scholar.
John Levantino
Class of 2027
John Levantino, tenor, is a music education major at Furman University studying under Katie Knauer and Christopher Hutton. He recently graduated from Southlake Christian Academy in Huntersville, North Carolina, where he was a member of multiple select ensembles including the 2022 NCMEA Honors Chorus. John has also played the cello for over a decade and has participated in several select ensembles. He is two-year-running president of Furman's all-male acapella group "The Bell Tower Boys." He is now a member of the Furman Symphony Orchestra and the Chamber Choir at Furman University and joins Westminster Presbyterian as a choral scholar.
Former Choral Scholars
Salleigh Harvey ’22
Paige McMillin Goodwin ’21
Zack Jones ’21
Robert Cushing ’20
Anna Scott Myers ’20
Shalick Smith ’20
Hunter Ditsch, ’19
Jackson McCarthy ’18
TJ Turner ’18
Gracie Honohan ’18
Paul Haarala ’17
Jessie Barnett ’16
Sam Kleine ‘15
Alex Jenks ‘15
Bryce McLendon ‘15
Grace Gilday ‘13
Jessica Bitter ‘13
Drew Brooks ‘12
Jordan Weeg ‘12
Derek Pitman ‘10
Scott Taylor ‘04
Katie Knauer ‘04
Youth Choir
Middlers: Grades 6-8
Sr. Highs: Grades 9-12
The Youth Choir leads in worship throughout the year and participates in service projects and special trips, such as a trip to Atlanta for fun and service. Rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings as a part of the regular Youth Ministry schedule.
“Standard” Schedule:
5:00p Middler Youth Group
5:15p High School Choir
6:00p Combined Dinner (Fellowship Hall)
6:30p Middler Choir
6:30p High School Youth Group
To keep up to date with the Youth Choir, opt in to @wpcychoir by texting 81010. Standard messaging rates apply.
Children's Choir
Junior Choristers: Grades 1-2
Senior Choristers: Grades 3-5
The Junior and Senior Choristers offer an opportunity for children in 1st through 5th grade to begin their musical experience within the church. These choirs develop basic music skills by singing, listening, and playing instruments as they learn psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Both choirs have opportunities to lead in worship during the choir year. Junior and Senior Choristers meet on Wednesdays from 4:30-5:15p, following It’s Elementary. You do not need to participate in It's Elementary to be a part of the Choristers program.
Cherub Choir
Grades K4-K5
The Cherub Choir exposes young voices to new sounds and experiences through music. Children sing in special Christmas and end-of-year programs. Cherubs meet on Wednesdays in Room 210 from 3:30-4p during the program year.
First Steps In Music
Music is an important way to communicate with young children, even before they are able to sing along. First Steps in Music provides important time for parents or grandparents to enjoy music with their child. Led by Diana Dailey, the First Steps classes teach simple songs, games, and prayers for 2- and 3-year olds and adults to experience together. Classes are offered on Sunday afternoons during the program year. Watch the Harbinger and e-newsletter for the schedule and to register.
Handbells
Chancel Bells is a part time handbell ensemble that meets periodically on Tuesdays from 6-7p to rehearse twice before presenting music in a 9a worship service. Prior music handbell ringing experience is not necessary, but music reading proficiency is.
