Karen Kelly, organist, pianist and exuberant choir leader, shares her sincere appreciation of music and life in general with the members of the choir. Kay (Gibbons) Wice Boer, as lead contralto, is a living testimony to the faithfulness exhibited by all choir members as she has been active in the St James Choir for over 60 years.
Musical Instruments
Currently an electronic Lowery organ leads the choir and congregation in many hymns. Acquired in 2007, a Knabe Grand Piano (6’4”) graces the west side of our sanctuary, complete with piano cover and humidifier. Bonnie Moffat, an accomplished pianist , when available combines talents with Karen on the organ.
"The new grand piano is a great addition to St James, allowing interesting pieces to be featured." - Lloyd Geake
“Piano music makes my soul soar but people respond to all styles of music and at St James we try to have all styles.”(drums, guitar, recorder, trumpet) - Karen Kelly
The more modern inclusive language hymnbook “Voices United” was introduced in 1996 and in 2006, a supplemental book “More Voices” was added, allowing St James congregation plenty of opportunity to learn new tunes and hymns.
