Music Ministry
Worship through music — from ancient hymns to contemporary praise.
Music is central to worship at Onalaska UMC. Whether you sing, play, or simply love to listen, there's a place for your gifts here.
Our Ensembles
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir leads the traditional Classic Service with anthems, hymns, and choral music ranging from centuries-old standards to contemporary sacred works.
- Rehearsal: Thursdays at 6:00 PM
- Sings at: The first service
- Open to: All ages and voice types
No audition required — just a willingness to sing and a commitment to weekly rehearsal.
Praise Band
The Praise Band leads the contemporary 11:00 AM Praise Service with modern worship music and a full band sound including vocals, guitars, keys, and percussion.
- Rehearsal: Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
- Plays at: Praise Service, 11:00 AM
- Open to: Vocalists and instrumentalists
Child care is provided during rehearsal if you need it — just let us know you're coming.
Reach out to the music director to connect with the team.
Bell Choir
Our handbell choir brings a beautiful, distinctive sound to worship. Players are assigned individual bells and work together to create rich harmonic music — no prior handbell experience required.
- Rehearsal: Mondays, 5:30–6:30 PM
- Plays at: Both services, once a month
- Open to: Adults and older youth
- Helpful: Basic ability to read music
No prior handbell experience required.
Banjo Club
A relaxed weekly gathering for banjo players to learn tunes, swap technique, and make music together. Come play, or come listen.
- Meets: Mondays at 2:30 PM
- Open to: All skill levels
Ukulele Club
An easy, welcoming way into making music. The Ukulele Club gathers between Sunday services to play together — no experience necessary.
- Meets: Sundays, between services
- Open to: All ages and skill levels
We're Looking For
Open spots where your gifts would make a real difference right now
Bass Guitar
The Praise Band is looking for a bass player to join the team for the 11:00 AM Praise Service.
Fill-In Drums
We need drummers willing to fill in with the Praise Band on occasional Sundays — a great fit if you'd like to serve without a weekly commitment.
Sound Mixer
Help run sound during the 11:00 AM Praise Service. Training is provided; a good ear and reliable attendance matter more than prior experience.
Christmas Cantata
Our choir presents the Christmas Cantata on Sunday, December 13, during both morning services — an extended work of music and scripture that has become one of the highlights of the Advent season.
Singers who would like to take part should join a Thursday evening choir rehearsal in the weeks leading up to it.
Special Music
Throughout the year there are opportunities to share your musical gifts through solos, duets, small ensembles, and instrumental pieces during Sunday worship.
Whether you're a seasoned musician or someone who hasn't performed in years, we welcome you to offer your talents. Contact the music director to discuss scheduling.
Ready to Get Involved?
We'd love to have you share your musical gifts with our congregation.
Call the Office
608-783-3380
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Office Hours
Monday-Thursday, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM