Music Ministry
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At First UU San Diego, we know music to be a transmitter of culture and tradition, a way of knowing, a way of expressing, and a way of connecting both with others and with the deeper realities of our own lives. Music teaches us, inspires us, challenges us, and transforms our realities. The music ministry team at FUUSD strives to explore, collaborate, uplift, transform, and be transformed through and by the music we make individually, in groups large and small, and with the whole community. We strive to create opportunities for all to explore and participate to the breadth of their abilities and comfort. We invite members and friends of First UU San Diego, as well as musicians from the wider community, to contribute their talents to expand the scope and depth of our music making, community life, and worship experience.
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First UU Music Groups
Vocal Ensembles
Handbell Ensemble
Spanish for "The Bells,” First UU’s founding handbell ensemble, Las Campanas, was formed in 2005 by then Music Director Ken Herman. Currently under the direction of Tony Bianca, Las Campanas focuses on musicianship and the high-quality performance of original handbell literature. Learn about Las Campañas.
Children's/Youth Music Programs
Music is fun, first! The Emerging Voices program is for our youngest community members and is focused on enjoying the experience of singing in an ensemble, playing simple percussion instruments, and developing a love and appreciation for music, and more. Voices in Unity is open to young musicians in Grade 3 and up. This multi-aged children and youth program focuses on singing together in unison and harmony, learning music fundamentals (rhythm and note reading, dynamic expression, performance skills, etc.) and much more. Learn more about Emerging Voices and Voices in Unity.
- The Chalice Choir: First UU's mixed-voice community choir, open to Sopranos, Altos, Tenors, and Basses of all gender identities and expressions. If you like to sing and are looking for a choir, Chalice Choir could be the place for you.
- Women's Choir: Formed in the 2000s as a safe space for women to gather and share songs and stories, our Women's Choir performs occasionally at Sunday worship services and other community events. This ensemble is open to women of all voice types, and sopranos and altos (treble voices) of all gender identities and expressions.
- JUUL Tones: A small a cappella vocal ensemble, the JUUL Tones sing regularly in a variety of styles at Sunday worship services, special church events, and other community functions.
- South Bay Singers: The repertoire of our South Bay Singers is eccentric and inspiring, ranging from traditional to contemporary songs from all over the world, often accompanied by talented local musicians on guitar, ukulele, keyboard, bass, drums, and more.
- Learn more about all of our vocal ensembles here.
Handbell Ensemble
Spanish for "The Bells,” First UU’s founding handbell ensemble, Las Campanas, was formed in 2005 by then Music Director Ken Herman. Currently under the direction of Tony Bianca, Las Campanas focuses on musicianship and the high-quality performance of original handbell literature. Learn about Las Campañas.
Children's/Youth Music Programs
Music is fun, first! The Emerging Voices program is for our youngest community members and is focused on enjoying the experience of singing in an ensemble, playing simple percussion instruments, and developing a love and appreciation for music, and more. Voices in Unity is open to young musicians in Grade 3 and up. This multi-aged children and youth program focuses on singing together in unison and harmony, learning music fundamentals (rhythm and note reading, dynamic expression, performance skills, etc.) and much more. Learn more about Emerging Voices and Voices in Unity.
You are invited to join us!
Do you have musical gifts to share with our congregation? Our ensembles offer many ways for you to develop your musical skills, learn to work “in harmony” with others, and create a little more beauty in the world. We have programs for just about every age and skill level. You are also invited to share your talents as a soloist, or with a group you make music with outside of First UU. For general inquiries about our music ministry and programs, or to discuss how you might become involved in making music at our congregation, please be in touch with First UU Choir director Tomas Acosta at [email protected].
