First Presbyterian Church enjoys the rich talents of music in the congregation. From members of the Dallas and Fort Worth symphonies to amateur players with high school and college experience, members volunteer their time and talent.

The brass ensemble rehearses regularly and plays in services about once per month. String and woodwind ensembles are assembled as opportunities arise. Four endowed special funds provide financial support for the services of professional instrumentalists. The church enjoys the use of a five-octave set of Malmark handbells, a three-octave set of Petit and Fritsen Dutch handbells, a full Orff Instrumentarium, as well as an extensive collection of percussion equipment including timpani and a trap-set, assorted Latin and African percussion instruments

The church has a number of good pianos including the McCarty Memorial Steinway grand in the sanctuary and the Allman Memorial Baldwin grand in the chapel. 

Children and youth Instrumental
Chorister Choir Bell Class (grades 3 through 6) is an elective open to members of the Chorister Choir. Classes meet Sunday evenings from 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. or 4:30 - 5:00 p.m., depending on grade level. The Bell Class seeks to teach fundamental ringing techniques and music reading. Children work together, each an important part of the ensemble. The Bell Class plays each year for the Advent Festival Dinner and at occasional services. 

Chorister Orff Class (grades 3 through 6) is an elective open to members of the Chorister Choir. Classes meet at 4:00 - 4:30 pm or 4:30 - 5:00 pm, depending on grade level. The Orff Class is a time with instruments, musical improvisation, music games, and recreational singing, using the Orff Schulwerk method and instruments. The Orff Class plays each year for the Advent Festival Dinner and at occasional services. 

Instrumental Exploration for Youth (Sundays from 3:30-4:15 p.m.) Youth regularly participate in instrumental ensembles including the brass ensemble, percussion ensembles and opportunities to play in special services. Every effort is made to include youth in a full range of musical experiences to employ their developing skills and interests in the service of God.

Contact Ken Cooper at ext. 206 for more information about youth music.