As a new choir season approaches, we're excited to welcome both returning and new singers to our first rehearsal on September 9. This year is particularly meaningful for me. September marks my 10th season leading the choir. I joined the organization as Choir Director in September 2016, in January 2025 I was honored to step into the role of Music Director. Looking back over ten years, one thing stands out above all else: music brings people together in remarkable ways. Why join a choir? People...

When the World Feels Heavy, We Sing

and how we're taking care of it If you were with us for the Christmas Eve service this year, you heard it. Not just sound, but presence. The organ carried the room, supported congregational singing, and gave weight to moments that needed it. From my pew, I can say simply: it was a joy to use the instrument so fully again. That didn't happen by accident. Over the past several years, First Unitarian has been quietly, thoughtfully caring for one of its most significant assets: our historic pipe...