Music

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 -

Arlene Biebesheimer is filling in temporarily as we are in a transit in leadership for the Music Director.   

Both Chancel Choir and Bell Choir continue to rehearse and sing beautifully on Sundays.  

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!

Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista