The purpose of the Music Ministry is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through song, encourage believers in their walk with Christ, lead the audience in worship and provide an avenue through which individuals may share their gift and be an integral part of the worship.

The Music Ministry spreads the Word of God through music experiences.

Guidelines for the choir and musicians

The choir provides worshipful music for both performances within a church and at venues outside of the church.

Membership

The membership of the Choir shall consist of individuals, minimum 16 years of age, (except when accompanied by a parent) who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour and possess a desire to serve God through the music ministry. All Choir members must agree to the terms and conditions applied in the choir handbook and by being an online member/active have accepted said rules.

Attendance

1. Members are expected to be present and on time for ALL rehearsals and performances. When this is not possible, it is the member’s responsibility to contact The Choir Director and advise them of the situation.

2. After two absences from rehearsals, an individual will not sing with the choir at the next performance unless there are exceptional circumstances and the Choir Director decides otherwise at their absolute discretion. Illness and work commitments during rehearsal times and holidays are all acceptable reasons for absence, but a leader must be notified of these when possible. If a member fails to do this they will be asked to leave. A choir member may take a maximum of 3/4 holidays in any one academic year September to July according to our term dates. We already have 15 weeks holiday per academic year.

3. After three absences not included in the above reasons,the choir member’s name will be deleted from the active choir membership, following communication stating such from the choir Secretary unless there are exceptional circumstances and the Choir Director decides otherwise at their absolute discretion.

4. Members are expected to remain on the stage for the duration of the performance or rehearsal.

5. Members are expected to arrive not less than ten (10) minutes before a rehearsal. If a choir member is persistently late they will be asked to leave the choir.

6. Members are expected to arrive not less than thirty (30) minutes before a performance. After this a choir member will not perform unless by prior arrangement.

Performance

1. Members are expected to be on time for all performances.

2. No member shall enter the stage after the choir has processed and the performance has begun.

3. Members are expected to refrain from gum chewing, eating, unnecessary talking or note passing during rehearsals or performance.

4. Choir members are expected to behave in a way suitable for the position of Gospel choir member.

Choir Discipline 1. Any event or engagement extended to or concerning the choir must be approved by Choir Director including the use of all music arranged by the choir director Helen Garnett no performance will be entered into under thr name of hot Gospel unless agreed by * Hot Gospel's choir director, Helen Garnett..

2. Cleanliness of choir robes and other uniforms are essential and the responsibility of The member.

3. Choir members must keep talking to a minimum during rehearsal times.

. Job Descriptions

[Choir Director,Helen Garnett]

Principal Function: Responsible to the choir and those who have booked a performance, for planning, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating a comprehensive music ministry.

Responsibilities:

1. Be responsible for the selection of all music.

2. Be aware of weddings, funerals, and/or other events, be available for counsel and arrange for music for special projects, ministries, and other related activities in cooperation with appropriate individuals or groups.

3. Direct the choir and audience singing.

4. Be responsible for enlisting and training leaders for the [Ministry of Gospel].

5. Supervise the work of all leaders in the [Ministry of Gospel], delegate work and responsibility as needed.

6. Give counsel and direction to song leaders, accompanist, and other musicians who Serve in the choir.

[7. Conduct yearly choir election of officers should this be appropriate.]

8. Coordinate the performance schedule of the choir.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Musicians

Principal Function:

Responsible to the Choir director for playing at rehearsals and performances

Responsibilities:

1. Play at performances as assigned.

2. Assist the Choir Director in planning of rehearsals and performances.

3. Serve as accompanist for the choir and soloists during rehearsals and performances.

4. Assist the choir Director as requested in appraising and selecting music.

5. Be responsible for overseeing the regular maintenance of the church’s instruments.

Section leaders

Responsibilities:

1. Direct music during rehearsals and performances.

2. Assist the Choir Director in planning rehearsals and performances.

3. Attend musicians’ rehearsals.

4. Conduct choir rehearsals in the absence of the Choir Director.

5. Be responsible for the selection of music in the absence of the Choir Director.

[Secretary/Treasurer]

1. Maintain an up-to-date membership role for the choir.

2. Record attendance of members. Advise Choir Director of repeat absentees.

3. Record Minutes of Choir Meetings.

4. Collect money/subs and maintain records for purchases.

(Choir Chaplain)

1.To be available to all choir members for spiritual and personal matters

2. To liaise with choir director and provide support to choir leader in spiritual matters

3.To attend performances and rehearsal wherever possible to assist in ministry

[Music Ministry Schedules]

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

Choir and Musicians

Each Thursday, except school holidays –7.45. – 10:00 p.m. We will start at 8.00 prompt with a 10min break at 9.00

Extra when required before a performance this is very rare!!!

*Hot Gospel was founded by Helen Garnett 2004, as an expression of her faith, and all choir members should accept that this Ministry name, Hot Gospel, belongs to Helen Garnett who reserves the right to own this name. No choir member/musician will perform under this name without written permission from Helen Garnett