Oro Valley United Church Of Christ's Music Ministry

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"For he that singeth praise, not only praiseth, but only praiseth with gladness: he that singeth praise, not only singeth, but also loveth him of whom he singeth. In praise, there is the speaking forth of one confessing; in singing, the affection of one loving." -St. Augustine, Commentary on Psalm 73, 1

Jose Solorzano, pianist and music director is the soul of our congregation. His talent is beyond measure, in keeping with his personality and character. Jose performs concerts and recitals as well as music for our services of worship. At present Mr. Solorzano is creating a calendar of events, involving a number of individual performers and groups.

Previous Music events

Music has been an important part of what ORO VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST is about, from the very beginning. The following is excerpted from our then yet unnamed newsletter:

Full House at Dedication Service

Music for the service was varied and outstanding. In addition to our own Jose Solorzano, pianist, and our choir, there were vocal solos by Edith Schuman, a Clarinet trio, Emtiga, consisting of Gary Morris, Tina Sherrod and Emmy Lou Modrzjewski. Jesse Smith treated everyone to a gospel medley on the Vibes. Christine Vivona, Harpist, and Priscilla Small, Flutist, played a duet and also accompanied the choir. A special thank you to Cheryl Ritenbaugh for all the beautiful music.

Concerts

With our wonderful music ministry, we often have special concerts and programs. Recently, Jose Solórzano joined Trio Capriccio (Matt Rinaldi, Mary Knepper, and Mark Lammers) for a concert.

Piano Recitals

For the past several years, Jose Solórzano has performed classical recitals to benefit Agua Prieta Fine Arts, Interfaith Community Services, and ORO VALLEY
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, a marvelous performance and another blessing from Jose.

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