Music

We have many talented musicians at Northside Drive Baptist Church. Click here to watch Dr. Steve Sheeley play "Sweet Hour of Prayer" on the hammered dulcimer and click here to watch Kurt Thomas sing "In the Garden."

Alive with sound

The Music Ministry, through careful preparation and meaningful execution, seeks to nurture the congregation as we participate in the song of the Church. The song which we are called to offer comes from our heart and plays to the heart of God.

Northside Drive is alive with the sound of music. Music forms an integral part of all our worship experiences, and many of our special events are built around music.

Opportunities

The Sanctuary Choir

The Sanctuary Choir, rehearsing weekly on Wednesday evenings in the choir room, and singing weekly in Sunday morning worship, is Northside Drive's primary choral group. This is a volunteer group of male and female singers who love making a contribution through music.

Song is the common voice of praise in the Christian church. While the Sanctuary Choir sings anthems in worship on behalf of the congregation, its major role is to enable the great choir—the congregation—to lift up its voice in praise of God. We invite you to join us in this ministry as we pursue the call in Psalm 150 "To make a joyful noise unto the Lord." You will not only be sharing your talent, but also enjoying the fellowship and care of this community as you grow both in your faith and musical experience. If you have had choral experience in your past or simply have the desire to participate in this ministry, we will help you gain the skills to excel. Come join us! For more information, contact Keith Walker at

Rehearsals are held on Wednesdays (September through May) at 7:30 PM in the Undercroft Choir Room.

Director: Keith Walker

Northside Drive Ringers
Northside Drive Ringers is Northside Drive's adult handbell ensemble, ringing three octaves of Schulmerich handbells. This group rehearses weekly and plays in Sunday morning worship several times throughout the year. All are invited to join, but basic music reading skills are required. Rehearsals are Sunday mornings at 8:30 AM. For more information, contact Keith Walker at

Director: Keith Walker

Children's Choirs

Cherub Choir: (Room 103)
The Cherub Choir is for children ages 2 through Kindergarten and meets weekly on Sunday mornings after the children are dismissed from the worship service. This choir introduces Bible songs and simple hymns. The children will also learn to play musical instruments. This choir sings in worship approximately five times between the months of September and May. For more information, contact Mary Lou Swann at
Director: Mary Lou Swann

Celestial Choir: (Room 116)
The Celestial Choir is divided into two sections: (1) children in Grades 1-3 will meet weekly on Sunday mornings from 10:25-10:50 AM; and (2) children in Grades 4-6 will meet weekly on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:10. This choir introduces children to elements of worship, liturgical seasons, and familiar hymns. The Celestial Choir sings in worship approximately six times per year between the months of September and May. The music is sometimes enhanced with hand chimes and other instruments. For more information, contact Mary Lou Swann at

Director: Mary Lou Swann
Accompanist: Joel Stouffer