Choirs & Music Ministries
Chapel Music
Music has played a vital role in the life of The Village Chapel since its founding in 1898. Through a strong foundation set by area stalwarts such Charles Picquet in the early 20th century and later Theodore Keller, John Shannon carried the music program into the 21st century, leaving a legacy that we celebrate today. Mr. Shannon remains a revered member of the Moore County musical community.
Through the initiation of The Village Chapel Music Series in 2014, the Chapel features a variety of concerts – organ recitals, chamber music, vocal recitals, choral concerts, and cabaret shows. Additionally, the Duke University Chorale’s November concert has been a fixture for Moore County residents for over 45 years. It is the goal of the Music Series to present musical offerings of the highest artistic quality, at no charge to the public. You are invited to visit our Music Series page for information on upcoming concerts.
Choirs
Chapel Choir leads the congregation in all musical elements of worship at the 9:30 and 11:00 services between September and June as well as special services throughout the year. The choir presents festive music with brass each December and is featured in concert periodically on the Chapel’s music series. A special service celebrating the Music Ministry is held every spring. The Chapel Choir has also collaborated with area church choirs for special services and concerts. The choir sings a variety of repertoire from the Tudor period to classical choral masterworks to music of the 21st century. Music reading is not essential, but helpful. Prospective choir members are encouraged to contact Stephen Gourley at (910)-295-6003 or via email at stephen@tvcpinehurst.com. Rehearsals are Thursdays at 5:00pm.
The Children’s Choir is made up of children aged 5 through 5th grade. In addition to learning music for worship and fundamentals of music, children will become familiar with the various seasons of the church year and the relationship of the music with the Sunday lectionary. For more information, please contact Stephen Gourley or Deb Holden (director) at debdrey@gmail.com. Rehearsals are held Sunday mornings following the 9:30am Family Service.
Stephen Gourley, Director of Music, presents a plaque honoring John Shannon as Director of Music Emeritus.
Instruments: The Village Chapel is home to an 80-rank Austin/Zimmer pipe organ, refurbished by Cornel Zimmer in 2001 and revoiced by Daniel Angerstein. The sanctuary houses a Yamaha C7 grand piano, refurbished by Richard Ruggero in 2021. The choir room houses a Steinway M piano, donated by the family of longtime Chapel Choir member David Coker, which was refurbished by Richard Ruggero in 2024. The Village Chapel’s fellowship hall, Chapel Hall, houses a second Yamaha C7 grand piano.