Music

Concerts
Music for Adults
Music for Children & Youth
College Choirs
Special Events
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Rick Deasley

Director of Worship

If you would like to Volunteer for any of the Opportunities below, please contact our Director of Worship
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Music for Adults

Atonement Contemporary Ensemble (A.C.E.)

The Atonement Contemporary Ensemble (ACE) leads two Sunday worship services every month at 11:00am. Rehearsals are from 9:00-10:00am on Saturdays immediately preceding the first and third Sundays of the month. Participation in this group is by audition.

Sanctuary Choir/Ensemble

This larger choir typically sings each week, September-May, at either the 8:30am or 11:00am worship service; rehearsals are Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm. If desired, a volunteer may opt to sing for a season or special service.

First Saturday Choir

This choir sings at worship the first Saturday of each month, and rehearses from 4:00-4:30pm on the first and third Saturdays.

Instrumentalists

Instrumentalists of all kinds play frequently in worship. Individuals, duets, and ensembles are welcome to participate.

Adoration Handbell Choir

Atonement has a five-octave set of handbells; our handbell ringers play approximately one Sunday per month, and rehearse Tuesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, September-May.
Participants will find the ensemble the most rewarding if they are able to read music and have some experience playing an instrument.

Music for Children & Youth

Youth Handbell Choir

Youth Handbell Choir Children and youth, grades 3-12, rehearse on Sunday afternoons from 12:30-1:30pm, and typically play one Sunday each month, September-May.

Instrumentalists

Instrumentalists of all kinds play frequently in worship. Individuals, duets, and ensembles are welcome to participate.

Concerts

NAVO Arts - "Bridging Cultures"

Saturday, October 7th - 7:30pm
Admission is free, but you are requested to RSVP.
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From the enchanting romantic melodies of Schumann’s Piano Quintet to the mesmerizing and evocative sound world of Reena Esmail’s Saans for piano trio, this evening will be high in emotions. Composer-in-residence Ingrid Stölzel will present her new string trio that promises to take your breath away.

Pinnacle Winds Concert Band - Guest Conductor is Johan de Meij

Sunday, October 8th - 3:00pm
Tickets available online or at the door on the day of the performance.
Tickets available here
More information on Johan de Meij can be at his website

Kansas City Metro Men's Chorus

Sunday, October 15th - 3:00pm
A free-will offering will be received to benefit MLM's Christmas Store.

Overland Park Orchestra - "Die Meistersinger" & "Beethoven's 7th"

Sunday, October 29th - 3:00pm
Their public concerts are for audiences of all ages and admission is free!
Join us for a momentous start to our symphonic series this season. The concert will kick off with the Overture to Wagner's opera Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg. Most of Wagner's operas delve in the mystical realm of dragons and magic swords, but Die Meistersinger bucks many of Wagner traditional opera elements. The opera revolves around the many craftsmen and merchants of Nurnberg, who also happen to be gifted singers. It is also one of Wagner's only comedic operas and is a very underrated work. The overture to the opera though has always been a symphonic favorite for good reason. The piece is filled with flowing lyricisim and a light-heartened tone echoing the joyous nature of the singing craftsmen of Nurnberg.
 
The concert will feature one of the true masterpieces of classical repertoire, Beethoven's Symphony No. 7.  The piece is full of life and vigor and is a true joy to experience. Beethoven's masterwork is lively throughout and features vivacious melodies that are enthralling. The jubliant nature and cheerful emotion evoked throughout the symphony makes the work a delightful journey for musicians and audiences alike. This is truly an ideal work for our celebratory 50th season. We hope you'll join us!

Concert Program to Include:
Overture to Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg (1868)   –––––   Richard Wagner
Symphony No. 7  (1813)   –––––   Ludwig van Beethoven

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College Choirs

Volunteers would assist with all aspects of planning and preparation for the arrival of a college music ensemble, typically once-twice a year.

Special Events

Liturgical Dancing

Dancing is another form of worship just like singing or playing an instrument. Through the use of rhythmical movements accompanied by sacred music, liturgical dancers add another level to the worship experience. Open to children through adults.

Visual Arts

Visual arts allow us to present the Gospel in a new way, and insights can often be gained by viewing familiar scriptures through a visual presentation.

Dramatic Arts

Dramas, dramatic monologues and skits allow us to present the Gospel in a different way, particularly during Advent and Lent midweek services. Insights can often be gained by viewing familiar scriptures through the prism of dramatic presentation.
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