Music & Arts
Traditional Music
The traditional worship service at 11:00 AM on Sundays includes congregational hymns, choral anthems and instrumental selections. The focus of music at this service is to sing praises to God and enhance the worship experience.
Participation in the traditional music program is open to everyone. Interested individuals who share a love for singing or playing are welcome and auditions are not necessary. Opportunities include:
- Chancel Choir (soprano, alto, tenor, bass)
- Soloists
- Vocal ensembles
- String and brass instrumentalists
- Handbells
Chancel Choir and Handbell rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings. Solo and small ensemble opportunities are scheduled through the choir director.
Robert Neese is organist, director of the Chancel Choir and Handbells and may be contacted at music@ashlandumc.org.
Contemporary Music
Music for The Path contemporary worship service at 8:45 AM on Sundays is provided by The Path Praise Band and features lead guitar, rhythm guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums and violin. They are joined by talented singers who help lead the congregation in praise and worship. The repertoire includes a wide variety of current praise and worship favorites. Great care is taken to ensure the biblical integrity of song lyrics, choices that encourage congregational participation, and musical excellence in presentation.
In addition to Sunday services, The Path Praise Band periodically leads a church-wide Night of Worship that includes an hour of praise and worship music. A Christmas Special is presented which includes both traditional and contemporary favorites.
Jack Holladay is director of The Path Praise Band and may be contacted at pathmusic@ashlandumc.org.
Ashland's Children, Music and Education (ACME)
- September – May for children from age 4 to 5th grade
- Sundays from 5:30 – 7:00 PM - Snack Supper at 6:30 PM
- Special music presented at Christmas and in the Spring
- Art activities and Drama enhance the Music program
- Room 105
Youth Music
The Ashland Youth Choir is a traditional choral ensemble for teens in grades 6-12. This group provides an opportunity for teens to learn scripturally-based music and share their talents with the congregation.
The Youth Choir rehearses on Sunday afternoons at 4:30 PM and present concerts at Christmas and in the Spring.
In addition to singing and serving, these teens enjoy social outings and other activities together.
Jack Holladay is director of the Youth Choir and may be contacted at pathmusic@ashlandumc.org.
Ashland United Methodist Church
2600 Ashland Road
Columbia, SC 29210
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM