Music Ministry of St. Michael's Lutheran Church & School
Special Music Programs & Events

     Throughout the year, St. Michael's Lutheran Church and School provide and participate in several special music programs. Whether it involves all of the music ensembles or just some, St. Michael's is committed to performing with excellence to the glory of God. Perhaps it goes without saying that music may serve as an "instrument" of God's love. In that same step we, as Christians and members of St. Michael's, use music, whether in worship or performance, as a vehicle to spread the gospel both in our community and abroad. We realize that the blessings God has given us in this area are not because of anything we've done but because of what He has done. Therefore, we use our gifts and talents in praise back to God - maintaining a right relationship with our Heavenly Father; a relationship of first mercy then grace! We invite you to come visit us throughout the year whether it's a special event or not! You are always welcome!

Veteran's Day Tribute Program
Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 7:00pm
The 5th annual performance honoring our veterans will once again be a part of our concert series. Open to all church and community members, this year's Veteran's Day Tribute program seeks to involve more than 100 participants. Through weekly rehearsals, these musicians will come together for a two-month commitment to help honor those men and women who have so faithfully served our nation and in some cases have paid the ultimate price. Come and check this program out and help us recognize and thank all of those who have served this country. Watch the promo video from last year!

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St. Michael's Lutheran Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 10, 2017 at 3:00pm

This annual concert each year involves all of the music groups here at St. Michael's.  During the course of the performance, about 200 musicians take part in the concert from narration and singing to set-up and reception roles. The event focuses on the Christmas message and story through word and song. During the performance, the congregation and visitors are invited to share in some of the well-known Christmas season songs and hymns as we prepare for the coming of the newborn King! Following the concert, a light reception is held and members and visitors are invited to share in the Christmas joy!
Information for the 2016 Annual Christmas Concert will be available in September 2016. Check back for more information then!

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St. Michael's Lutheran School Christmas Program
Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 7:00pm

Each year, during the season of Advent, the students of St. Michael's Lutheran School present a Christmas program on the last Mid-week Advent service. All students, kindergarden through 8th grade participate in this event. The program is generally focused around the theme used for the Advent season and has included groups of students showing us through word and song, the message of Christmas. The program itself changes from year to year and congregation members and visitors are invited to celebrate Christmas with the students of our school during this evening of music. 


Information for the 2017 School Christmas Program will be available in September 2016. Check back for more information then!

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Lutheran Schools Music Festival - Bay/Thumb Division
Thursday, May 17, 2017 at Valley Lutheran High School - Saginaw

At the beginning of May each year, our school participates in the Lutheran Schools Music Festival (LSMF). Our school regularly sends various groups to represent St. Michael's in the festival. During the festival, there are two main areas for schools and students to participate in. First, schools may send various performance ensembles of their students as large groups to play and be judged by adjudicators from around the state. Second, in the afternoon, students are able to play as individuals in various solos, duets, trios, and other small ensembles. This past year, Spring 2016, St. Michael's was represented very well by all of its ensembles, performing at excellent levels of musicianship and individual preparation. Most of our students received superior rating for their individual selections. St. Michael's music ensembles also did well receiving excellent and superior ratings.


This year, the Lutheran Schools Music Festival Bay & Thumb Division is hosted by Valley Lutheran High School in Saginaw. More information will be available in January 2017

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St. Michael's School Spring Play (Gr. 5-8)
Thursday & Friday, April 26 - 27, 2018 at 7:00pm

During the 2nd semester, on a 3 year rotating basis, the students of St. Michael's Lutheran School put on a Spring Play. Generally, the students are broken up into two groups K-4 and 5-8. This allows for the proper gauge of part preparation and practice times according to the students levels of understanding and abilities. Past performances include, "12 Angry Pigs" , "Sorry, Wrong Number" , "A Kid's Life", and "God's Not Dead". An all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner is included during years where the play is presented by St. Michael's 5th-8th grade. (Once every 3 years) 

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St. Michael's Lutheran School Spring Music Concert
Thursday, May 24, 2016 at 7:00pm

Each Spring, during the month of May, the music groups at the school give a Spring Concert. During this concert, families, friends, congregation members, and visitors are invited to see and hear the progress each of the groups have made over the course of the year. This concert includes students in grades 1-8 as it showcases the K1 Choir, Cherub Choir, 5-8 Concert Choir, Select Choir, 5th Grade Beginning Band, 6-8 Concert Band, and our Hand Chimes Ensemble. Generally centered around a common theme, the pieces selected show off each group as it performs. During the concert, students are presented the awards they earned at the Lutheran Schools Music Festival earlier in the month. The concert is held in the gymnasium and a light reception is held afterwards for those who attend.

More information regarding the 2018 Spring Music Concert will be available later in the school year.

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