The music program at the First Congregational Church, Greene, New York, is a very important part of our worship. The program is led by several very capable, accomplished and dedicated members.
Our Church Organist is Claudia Kachmarick. Though Claudia is classically trained as an organist and pianist she has chosen to use her God given talents for more than 25 years serving the Lord in the ministry of church music.
The organ was purchased after the fire in 1985.
The Organ is a Wicks Classic Model - 14 Ranks, Pipe Organ with a two Manual Console. The Console is situated on a movable platform that allows it to be moved to different positions.
The Adult Choir is directed by Claudia Kachmarick.
The Chancel and Rainbow Choirs are comprised of children from Second through
Sixth Grades.
The Handbell and Choirchime Choirs, Joyfull Ringers I, Joyfull Ringers II and Chiming
Cherubs are Directed by Ellie Rugg.
They often perform for Sun
day services and in special events such as
Children's Day and Fun Nite. Rehearsals are held on Wednesdays from
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
The handbell program began in 1992 when two octaves of Schulmerich handbells were purchased. Today there are three and a half octaves of Schulmerich handbells, three octaves of Malmark handchimes and all the necessary equipment and music to support this growing program.
The two handbell choirs are Joyful Ringers I and Joyful Ringers II. They are directed by Ellie Rugg
is Director with Adrienne Silvernail as assistant.
Joyful Ringers I, ten dedicated musicians rehearses Mondays from
4:15 to 5:30 p.m. This group plays primarily to enhance regular church
worship services. It also performs for organizations and nursing homes
in Greene and neighboring communities.
The Joyful Ringers II Handbell group was organized to provide a learning opportunity for those who
would like to become "Ringers". The group plays occasionally for Sunday services and community
organizations. Rehearsals are held on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
