Music Ministry Update
Choir Practice – Thursdays at 7pm
Sacred Breath welcomes folks of all voice types and musical backgrounds (including people with no experience whatsoever!) We meet weekly on Thursdays from 7-8:30pm and sing at 1-2 services a month. At rehearsals, choir members warm-up their voices and bodies, learn pieces for Sunday services, sing for the joy of it, and connect with fellow Reebers. Singing is nourishment for the mind, body, and spirit. Nourish yourself and your community by joining Sacred Breath Choir!
Please send an email to music@jruuc.org with any questions or thoughts you have about music ministry at JRUUC.
Folk Music Group
This is an informal gathering of Reebers who enjoy playing and singing folk songs together. This group will occasionally decide to offer music for a Sunday service, but there’s no expectation for this. Come to as many sessions as you’d like! Bring your voice and/or instrument. Our next meetings will be December 2, 23 and 30, all at 11:30am (note the new time). Meetings are usually Saturdays, but check your enews and contact Mike Stimson to confirm the next meeting date and let him know you’ll be coming. [11/28/23]
Welcome Jennifer Hedstrom – Music Director
Jennifer Hedstrom (she/they) grew up in the Chicago suburbs and has called Madison her home since 2010. Jennifer holds a Bachelor’s in Piano Performance from Illinois State University and a Master’s in Collaborative Piano from UW-Madison. Jennifer loves leading a multifaceted musical life and splits her time between composing, performing, teaching, and music directing.
Jennifer believes music is a powerful tool for expression, healing, and connection. She also believes music is for everyone, which is the reason she is drawn to congregational singing. She is looking forward to using her musical gifts to lift up the voices and spirits of everyone at James Reeb. And she is excited to get to know the members of the James Reeb choir.
Jennifer lives on the east side of Madison with their partner and two cats. Beyond music, they love reading, walking, dancing, crafting, and spending time with close friends. Jennifer’s spiritual teachers include water, prairies, songbirds, Pema Chödrön, Rumi, and Beyoncé.