Our sacred worship of God is enriched by the inspiring and varied musical offerings of CAPC choirs soloists and ensembles, led by our Director of Music, Dr. Susan Caldwell Nelson. Along with our fine choir is our magnificent Gilbert Adams Pipe Organ. CAPC members contribute their musical gifts in a variety of musical groups for all ages, both choral and instrumental. This is an exciting new chapter for music here at CAPC, one that builds on the tremendous legacy of music that has long been a part of this church community.
Chancel Choir
Adult and older youth members and friends of the congregation are invited to sing along with the professional choir members in performing some of the most moving sacred music created. The chancel choir rehearses Sunday following worship, and is led by CAPC Musical Director.
Summer Choir
Joyful worship continues and voices are continued to be raised in song during the summer months as everyone is invited to join the summer choir. Rehearsals are 45 minutes before worship and consist of anyone who would like to sing that day. Members of the Chancel Choir often come to assist as well.
Other Musical Groups at CAPC
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Gilbert Adams Pipe Organ
The new four - manual pipe organ was installed in CAPC's large neo-gothic sanctuary in 2002. Designed and built by master builder Gilbert Adams, this magnificent instrument is French in conception. It is, first and foremost, an ensemble instrument, blending the tonal concepts of Aristide Cavaille-Coll's romantic organ with the French classic tradition of Françios-Henri Cliquot. It serves to accompany choirs, to inspire congregational singing, and to perform the vast majority of organ repertoire. The organ's tonal resources enhance both the church's music ministry and outreach.
Stoplist for G.F. Adams Organ:
| GRAND-ORGUE (17 stops / 28 ranks) Montre 16’ Bourdon 16’ Montre 8’ Salicional 8’ Flûte harmonique 8’ Bourdon 8’ Prestant 4’ Grosse Tierce 3-1/5’ Nasard 2-2/3’ Doublette 2’ Fourniture V Cymbale IV Grand Cornet V Bombarde 16’ Trompette 8’ Voix humaine 8’ Clarion 4’ Tremolo |
POSITIV (18 stops / 23 ranks) Bourdon 16’ Montre 8’ Dulciane 8’ Flûte harmonique 8’ Bourdon 8’ Prestant 4’ Flûte 4’ Nasard 2 2/3’ Doublette 2’ Quarte de Nasard 2’ Tierce 1 3/5’ Larigot 1 1/3’ Fourniture IV Cymbale III Basson 16’ Trompette 8’ Cromone 8’ Clarion 4’ |
| RÉCIT EXPRESSIF (20 stops / 24 ranks) Quintaton 16’ Diapason 8’ Flûte harmonique 8’ Bourdon 8’ Gambe 8’ Voix céleste 8’ Flûte à Fuseau 8’ Flûte céleste 8’ Prestant 4’ Flûte octaviante 4’ Nasard 2 2/3’ Doublette 2’ Tierce 1-3/5 Plein-Jeu V Bombarde 16’ Trompette harmonique 8’ Basson et Hautbois 8’ Voix humaine 8’ Clarinette 8’ Clairon harmonique 4’ Celesta Tremelo |
SOLO (7 stops / 11 ranks) Cor Anglais 8’ Hautbois 8’ Cor de Basset 8’ Chalumeau 8’ Trompette-en-Chamande 8’ Clarion-en-Chamande 4’ Grand Cornet V Zimbelstern PEDALE (14 stops / 11 ranks) Principal-Basse 32’ Soubasse 32’ Contrebasse (principal-basse) 16’ Flute conique 16’ Bourdon (Soubasse) 16’ Bourdon Doux (Pos.) 16’ Basse 8’ Bourdon 8’ Flute ouverte 4’ Contre Bombarde 32’ Bombarde 16’ Basson 16’ Trompette 8’ Clarion 4’ |
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| Dr. Susan Caldwell Nelson, Director of Music, Organist | |
| Phone: | 908-756-2468 |
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| Fax: | 908-756-3158 |
