Among the many great things about St. Patrick's Church is the diversity of music it provides for its congregation to partake of and participate in. In addition to a 'Leader of Song' and Instrumentalists Ministries, St. Patrick's has a band which provides Worship music for the Teen Life masses on select Sundays throughout the year.
If you’re a Baby Boomer (55+), you probably remember “Folk” Masses from the late 1960’s and 1970’s. They typically consisted of an acoustic guitar and some folk singers. Well, “worship” music is kind of like Folk Masses but on steroids! In addition to acoustic guitars and singers, a Worship band often includes electric guitar, drums, bass and keyboards. We also embrace other instruments as well. Song styles range from reverent ballads to a little rock with a religious theme or message contained in the music.
The Teen Life Band provides music for their Teen Life Mass at certain times of the year. They perform songs by many leading contemporary Christian artists such as Chris Tomlin, Matt Maher, Hillsong, etc. The music is chosen based on its appropriateness for Catholic Mass and to match each week’s Readings and Gospel.
Please consider becoming a member of the Teen Life Band!
7th Grade through young adults are invited to join us. Our top priorities are to sing and play our hearts out for the Lord- and have fun in the process! All you need is the ability to sing and/or play an instrument (any instrument; really!). We practice 3-4 times prior to each Mass we're scheduled to play at.
For more information, please contact John Failla, Director of Music Ministries via email [email protected] or 914-273-9724