As the "heartbeat" of our 11am Traditional Worship Service, the Chancel Choir shares anthems and leads congregational singing. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7-8:15pm in Room 317 and the Sanctuary, and Sundays at 10:30am in Room 317. Singers from high school youth to adults are all welcome!

Rising West, our band led by Music Director Marshall Johnson, is the beating heart of our Modern Worship service. The band consists of a mix of professional and amateur musicians who represent the diversity of our congregation and strives for inclusion while maintaining high musical standards.

At West Market Street UMC, our Children’s Choir provides an opportunity for children to sing, move, and play instruments to worship God with Dreama Lovitt, our Director of Music for Traditional Worship. This program meets on Sunday nights from 5:00-5:45pm in Room 316 and is for children ages 5 years old - 5th grade.

Calling all woodwind players, brass players, strings and more! This intergenerational group is made up of different players almost every time we play, and the music is tailored to provide a fun yet rewarding experience to the musicians. We schedule 5 to 6 rehearsals before a playing date at the discretion of the participating musicians. If you would like to play in this group or if you know someone who might be interested, please click the link below.

The MarketBell Ringers is a cheerful group dedicated to sharing worshipful handbell music. This ensemble is open to ringers from high school youth to adults who wish to worship God through music. Rehearsals are on Mondays from 6-7pm in Room 316.

For those interested in learning to Ring Handbells and Handchimes, numerous sessions will be held throughout this fall on Mondays from 5:15-6pm in Room 316. Contact dreama@westmarketchurch.org for more information.

West Market Street UMC is blessed with many musically talented youth! If you are a youth interested in getting involved in the Music Ministry, check out the other ensembles on this page, and look for seasonal opportunities coordinated with the Youth Ministry.

West Market Church has long been known for fine music and musicians, including one of the best organs in the city of Greensboro and ownership of our handcrafted harpsichord.

Renowned concert organist Nathaniel Gumbs will play the 25th Anniversary Concert of the world-class Dobson-Rosales pipe organ at West Market Street UMC. With an ever-growing fan base and performances described as “mature, lyrical, accurate, and energetic,” Dr. Gumbs currently serves as the Director of Chapel Music at Yale University and performs throughout the US and abroad. Join us for this special evening of music as the organ is showcased in all of its glory.

Free admission, but donations to the West Market Street UMC Music Fund in honor of the 25th Anniversary are welcome. Parking is available on the street and in the Commerce Place lot behind the church.