The Bell Choir
Our Bell Choir plays on a 3 octave set of Schulmerich Handbells and a 3 octave set of Mahlmark Chimes. Anyone who is interested and can read music reasonably well is invited to join this special group. The bells participate in the church service approximately six times a year and rehearse each Wednesday evening.
The Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir is a most important part of our church service. Not only do they provide inspirational anthems each Sunday, but also lead the congregation in hymn singing and special liturgical passages. The choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings throughout the year, except in August.
Music Director - Gabriel Blotor
Gabriel Blotor is a conductor, music educator, violinist and pianist with more than 30 years of international experience in music performance, education, and ministry. He holds a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from the University of Arkansas and pursued advanced studies in viola performance at the Conservatoire de Strasbourg, France, where he received the Vermeil Medal in Performance.
He previously served as Music Director at Ozark Academy, where he developed thriving choral and instrumental programs and led a European concert tour with performances in Switzerland, Germany, Italy, and the Czech Republic. A lifelong church musician and worship leader, Gabriel has directed choirs and orchestras, organized sacred concerts, and performed as a violinist, violist, pianist, and conductor throughout the United States, the Caribbean, and Europe, including appearances with the Oakwood University Symphony Orchestra and the National Opéra du Rhin in Strasbourg, France and he has been featured in broadcasts with 3ABN and ASI International events. His passion for excellence in church music has led him to develop and lead vocal ensembles that combine artistic quality with a Christ-centered mission. Through his work, he remains committed to inspiring faith, artistic excellence, and fostering community engagement through music.
Organist - Gail Knudsen
Gail Knudsen, pianist/organist, has been involved with church music for much of her life. Piano lessons beginning at the age of 7 have given much joy to her over the years. She also gave piano lessons for about 20 years while living in Minnesota. Gail grew up near Rochelle, Il, graduating from high school and continuing on to receive her BS degree in Business Education (BC – Before Computers!) from Manchester College in North Manchester, IN. After moving from Owatonna, MN to Bella Vista in 2000, Gail became the organist at PCBV in 2003. She plays for Sunday services as well as accompanying the choir and other musical events. Having “something to practice” helps keep Gail’s fingers nimble!