9am & 11am Choral & Orchestra Christmas Musical Presentation
Go Sing It On The Mountain by Pepper Choplin
Join us for worship along with our Festival Choir as we present Pepper Choplin’s powerful Christmas musical, Go Sing It on the Mountain. This inspiring work blends traditional carols, Appalachian folk tunes, and gospel spirit to retell the story of Christ’s birth with energy and joy! With stirring narration and unforgettable music, the cantata invites us to “go, tell it” with boldness and hope. We will present this musical masterpiece on Sunday, December 21 for BOTH Services along with guest instrumentalists. We will also share some highlights from this choral work for the 7pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.
Learn more about the musicians below!
Philip Nichols - Accompanist
Philip is honored and excited to be a part of the music ministries at Arcola UMC. Born and raised in the United Methodist Church, Philip started playing piano with his local praise band when he was in middle school. Including accompanist positions and volunteer work, he has been playing in the Church for over 10 years. Philip holds a B.A. in Piano Performance from West Virginia University and a M.M. in Piano Performance and Literature from Florida State University and currently teaches piano from his home in Herndon, VA. His hobbies include playing Bach, DIY projects, and cooking.