First United Methodist Church of Mesa is blessed with an outstanding musical program. Directed by Jeff Harris, our numerous choirs and bands fill our each of our services with beautiful music that uplifts us and praises Him.

A Word from the Director

Director of Music Ministries: Jeff Harris (read Jeff's bio)

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Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

About our Organ

Organist: Bonnie Loney

Our organist Bonnie Loney provides exceptional organ music for our services. The organ in our Sanctuary has an interesting history and is the only handmade pipe organ in Arizona. Learn more...

Choirs

Chancel Choir

For: Adults
Rehearsal: Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Director: Jeff Harris
About: Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

Bell Choir

For: Adults
Rehearsal: Wednesdays at 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Adult Lounge
Director: Margaret Desenberg
About: The Bell Choir contributes special music to the worship services on the fourth Sunday of each month. We welcome new members. Our only requirement is that you have a desire to belong to this dedicated group, and that you have a knowledge of music.

"Only By Grace" Praise Band

For: Adults
Rehearsal: Tuesdays at 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Director: Linda Russell
About: Our Praise Band provides outstanding music for the Praise & Worship contemporary services, playing music selections from today's leading musicians like Mercy Me, Steven Curtis Chapman, Christ Tomlin and many more.

Youth Praise Band

For: High School and Junior High
Rehearsal: ?
Director: Colby Hansen
About: Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

Youth Choir

For: High School and Junior High
Rehearsal: Wednesdays at 7:20-8:15 p.m. in the choir room south of the Sanctuary.
Director: Gavin Rittenhouse
About: Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

Celebration Choir

For: 4th-6th graders
Rehearsal: Wednesdays at 6:35-7:10 p.m. at the Family Life Center.
Director: Lisa Rittenhouse
About: Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

Kingdom Kids

For: 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders
Rehearsal: Wednesdays at 6:00-6:30 p.m. at the Family Life Center.
Director: Lisa Rittenhouse
About: Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.

Bethlehem Choir

For: 3-, 4- and 5-year olds
Rehearsal: Wednesdays at 6:00-6:30 p.m. at the Family Life Center.
Director: Alison Jordan
About: Quem cum illa femina rogasset, ut dignaretur mecum conloqui, et refellere errores meos, et dedocere me mala ac docere bona -- faciebat enim hoc, quos forte idoneos invenisset -- noluit ille prudenter sane, quantum sensi postea. respondit enim me adhuc esse indocilem, et quod.