Music at St. Michael’s is rooted in the Anglican tradition and includes a wide array of musicians, organists, choir members, vocal soloists, and instrumentalists who contribute greatly to our worship services and community events. Our music ministry exists to enrich our worship through excellence in music, to encourage congregational participation, and to foster a vibrant musical community.
Summer Soloist Series 2026
We are delighted to have guest musicians at our 10:00 services this summer! On Sunday, June 7 we welcome Amanda Reed on the flute, who is a recent graduate from Bowling Green State University where she studied music education. She has been a member and section leader in the Falcon Marching Band, as well as an executive board member in BGSU’s handbell choir the Collegiate Ringers and the Ohio Collegiate Music Education Association (OCMEA). In her free time, Amanda enjoys baking new recipes, drawing, and trying new sewing crafts.
Senior Choir
The Senior Choir sings weekly from September through Trinity Sunday. Its repertoire includes a wide range of sacred music, featuring motets and anthems from the Renaissance to contemporary works and spirituals. Four Choral Associates assist the choir in learning and presenting music and also offer occasional solos.
The choir supports both Sunday and special seasonal services throughout the year, including Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter
We rehearse Thursday evenings from 7:00-9:00 pm, September through May, and always welcome new members. Contact our Director of Music, Justin Bays, for more information.
Bell Choir
Our Bell Choir rehearses weekly from September through Trinity Sunday on Thursdays from 6:00-6:50 pm. All are welcome, regardless of ringing experience. We enjoy learning new pieces and techniques together in a supportive environment.
Saturday Services
Music for our Saturday services is thoughtfully selected to support worship in a more intimate and reflective setting. These services may include piano, organ, vocal leadership, soloists, or other instrumental offerings depending on the season and liturgy.
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Director of Music
Justin Bays serves as Director of Music, overseeing the parish’s music ministry, choral program, and worship planning. He works with singers, instrumentalists, and staff to provide meaningful and inspiring music for all services.
Organist
Our organ ministry plays an important role in worship through hymn leadership, service music, voluntaries, and accompanying the choir. The organ tradition at St. Michael’s remains central to our Anglican heritage.
Pictured: Organist Dennis Blubaugh
Instrumental Coordinator / Organist
Our Instrumental Coordinator helps organize and schedule guest musicians and parish instrumentalists for worship services and community events, expanding the variety and richness of our music program.
Pictured: Organist Carter Adams
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