Sanctuary Choir Loft

The Richards, Fowkes, Inc. pipe organ designed for Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, has three manuals, fifty stops and 3,364 pipes. It was custom designed for the space and built entirely in their small shop in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Join Brent Hylton for an up-close and personal tour of this extraordinary organ. Mr. Hylton will not only lead the experience, including a “behind the pipes” look inside the organ chambers, he will also demonstrate the power and majesty of this exceptional instrument. 

The concluding segment of “Understanding the Hymnal” will be spent in singing the whole story of God and God’s people through vibrant congregational song. Hymns selected will be from the current Presbyterian Hymnal, the newly introduced Glory to God and some very special hymn additions. Members of the Chancel Choir will be present to assist the gathering of singers. Part 1 is not a prerequisite to attend Part 2. 

Sanctuary Choir Loft

Have you ever said, “I don’t understand anything about music”; or “ I don’t know one note from another”’ or “ Me? Sing a hymn? You’re kidding!” If you don’t know anything about – if you don’t even suspect anything about – music this class is for you. Basically this class is about Pinnacle’s present hymnal. 

A typical page in the hymnal has many meaningful bits of information about a hymn. Some facts are obvious, such as the title and the words you sing. Other bits of information are in a kind of “code” called notes and rests and clef signs. The more knowledge you have about these, the more understanding you will have as a participant in the music of worship. Thus the more meaningful your experiences will be Sunday after Sunday.