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Music plays a powerful role in expressing faith, drawing people to the Church and leading worshippers into a more profound experience of God. 
See the listing of events sponsored by the Music Commission below.

The diocesan Music Commission co-chaired by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it and This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it seeks to

  • Nurture people in singing the praises of God;
  • Promote care & thoughtfulness in the preparation and conduct of worship
  • Provide opportunities & resources for personal & musical growth for music leaders, choirs & clergy
  • Encourage participation of children in the life & worship of the Church 


People and possible financial aid are available to help musicians and congregations:

  • Develop keyboard/organ skills
  • Develop choirs
  • Renovate an organ
  • Explore new musical resources
Last Updated ( Tuesday, March 04, 2008 )
 
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New Hymnal Option

David Mathewson

My Heart Sings Out, a new hymnal available from Church Publishing, is designed for all-age worship. The editor, Fiona Vidal-White, has gathered a sampling of some of the best congregational church music created in the past 25 years. A majority of the music has a contemporary feel to it.

Music Resources

American Guild of Organists

 

Royal School of Church Music

Association of Anglican Musicians 

The Hymn Society

Additional Resources

Local Resource Center
for AGO Members
North Presbyterian Church
300 N. Forest Rd.
Williamsville, NY
716-631-9140 

Large collection of multiple copies of choir anthems.