Part of the mission of Christ the Lord Lutheran Church is to praise God through the Word and music. We hope to draw new followers to Jesus Christ through the beauty and joyful sounds of classical hymns. Our musical tradition can be traced to the earliest practices of the Lutheran church, when Martin Luther, himself, believed that liturgical music brings people closer to God. Our classic repertoire is familiar to most and inspiring to all. We sing with one voice. We hope your voice will join ours.

Our musical director, Mary Sue Hyatt, has enjoyed a distinguished professional career in music as both a spirited mezzo soprano and a respected educator/administrator. She works closely with our Pastor and supports the liturgical calendar to select the best music to complement the messages and needs of each Sunday service. She has forged close relationships with musical entities locally, nationally and internationally so that CtL is able to offer a wide array of musical experiences.

Fondly known as “the singing church,” CtL offers a wide variety of ways for you to get involved:

Our small, but mighty chorale accompanies our Sunday services during the “high season” (November – April), when our congregation attends in greater numbers. We are always looking for people to share their talent in praise of God. We practice once per week and are guided by a talented choir director who shares a deep passion for music. To find out how you can join the chorale, please contact our office at: admin@ctlcarefree.org.

Solo voice performances

We are so blessed occasionally to have professional singers share their talent during our Sunday services. For instance, this year you might be able to hear Jacob Soulliere, baritone, who has performed at Carnegie Hall in New York; and Sedona Libero, an impressive soprano who is capable of transporting you to an ethereal place.

Three distinct groups play the bells at CtL. The church is grateful to have a complete set of beautiful instruments that ring out our joy to others. It is not essential that you have experience in order to be part of the fun. Our bell choir director, Jane Chavers, is an excellent teacher and patient leader. Find out more about the (1) Bell Choir, the (2) Bells of Joy and the (3) Joyful Ringers by contacting the office at admin@ctlcarefree.org.

Instrumental performances

From native and classical flute performances to sublime string quartets and solo violin performances, top-notch musicians from our congregation and the surrounding areas regularly share their talent during our Sunday services. If you have a musical talent you would like to share, please let us know (contact the office at admin@ctlcarefree.org). We would love to hear you play during one of our services.

Living Music Performance Series

The Living Music Performance Series brings to the Valley the finest secular and sacred concerts featuring musical talent from our area as well as accomplished musicians from all across the globe. During this series we have already enjoyed internationally renowned pianist, Avery Gagliano playing Chopin and Bach, as well as the local Canticum Novum who celebrated the anticipation and birth of the Christ child.

Our final concert of this series was the Watoto Children’s Choir from Kampala, Uganda. These young orphans thrilled us with their enthusiasm and devotion. We believe your life can be changed if you see firsthand the power of God’s love transforming the lives of these children.