Music at PUUC

PUUC is in the heart of the Monadnock Region, an area rich in musical talent. It is therefore not surprising that music is an integral part of life at PUUC, on Sunday and during the rest of the week.

Music is woven throughout the Sunday service, as we sing the children to class, celebrate the spirit of life, and dedicate ourselves to social justice.  

The Church also provides a venue for other musical groups. It serves as the rehearsal and performance home of the Grand Monadnock Youth Choirs, directed by Esther Rhoades, and founded by Maria Belva. 

How Can YOU Be Involved?

The Choir

The choir, alive and expanding, sings at two services each month and at special services as well. It has a varied repertoire, carefully selected to fit both the service themes and the vocal capabilities of the group. Our choir is always open to new singers; no previous choral experience is necessary. Just a desire to arrive at 8:45 AM Sunday morning to sing and stretch, have fun meeting other early morning singers, while enjoying the process of personal discovery and UU principles explored through song!   We rehearse weekly, and sing in church every other Sunday.

Kirtan

Kirtan is resuming on the third Friday of each month led by Anahata starting in November 2022. Kirtan is a musical part of Kundalini Yoga involving the chanting of Hindu script. This is an open activity and everyone is welcome. It opens our church to people of multiple faiths and offers musical healing for many who come.

The Kirtan gatherings accept donations, which are then contributed to the Church.

Music Soiree

The Music Soiree group has resumed meeting on the fourth Friday in the Parish Hall. Mary Seaver, who created this opportunity for the many musicians of our church to play chamber music, socialize, and get to know each other, hosts the Musical Soirée. It is free and open to all area musicians who can read music, and is an opportunity to make music and expand musical experience.  

Spring Interfaith Music Festival

PUUC has become the host for an annual interfaith music festival, (mid-March) organized by the Monadnock Interfaith Council. Choirs from around the area gather to share specific music which represents their specific faith traditions. This free event brings upwards of 60 singers together for an evening of great joy, camaraderie, soul, and spirit. 

Guest Musician

If you’d like to join us as a guest musician, reach out to the church office at 603-924-6245.