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ST. JAMES LUTHERAN MUSIC MINISTRY

Dr. Kevin L. Estes, Director of Music Ministry

Brad Davis, Bell Choir Director

Meet Choir Director, Dr. Kevin Estes

 Dr. Kevin Estes, the new Director of Music Ministries and Organist at St. James Lutheran Church, holds a Master of Music from The Juilliard School. He is highly trained in organ and piano performance, orchestral and choral conducting, as well as composition. With broad experience in church music, Kevin has served as Music Director for congregations in various locations including New York City; Greenwich, Connecticut;  Dalton, Massachusetts;  Lancaster, Pennsylvania; and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.


In addition to his musical career, Kevin is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with specialized training in Brain Injury Medicine. He currently practices medicine full-time in Charlotte.


Kevin is married to his wife, Jenny, and they have two young sons Judah and Luke.

Choirs

The Parish Choir

Special Performances

Special Performances

 The St. James Parish Choir is a dedicated group of parishioners and community volunteers who enrich our worship by leading congregational singing and performing diverse choral anthems from traditional and sacred music. With a legacy of musical excellence, the choir provides inspiring music at the 10am service each Sunday.


Rehearsals: Thur

 The St. James Parish Choir is a dedicated group of parishioners and community volunteers who enrich our worship by leading congregational singing and performing diverse choral anthems from traditional and sacred music. With a legacy of musical excellence, the choir provides inspiring music at the 10am service each Sunday.


Rehearsals: Thursday 6:30-8:30pm

Sunday warm-up at 9:00am 


Membership is open to anyone in 7th grade through adult

Special Performances

Special Performances

Special Performances

The Music Ministry hosts special concerts throughout the year along with performances by guest musicians. 


The choir also sings at additional Holy Day Liturgies such as Christmas and during Holy Week.



The Bell Choir

Special Performances

The Bell Choir

 The Handbell Choir offers a joyful opportunity to create music in a supportive church community. Beginners can quickly learn to play, while experienced musicians can enjoy the challenge of a new instrument. Together, our ringers strive for musical excellence and have plenty of fun along the way! 


Rehearsals: Thursday at 5:30pm


 Membership is open to anyone 6th grade through adult

There is a place for YOU in the Music Ministry! We look forward to helping you find your role - please reach out and let us know how we can enrich your life through sacred music and worship!

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