Music at Christ the King Episcopal Church

Sunday Morning Music

10:30 AM Worship Service

Music at Christ the King Episcopal Church is central to our worship, liturgy, and congregational life. Through hymns, songs of praise, and choral anthems, music helps open our hearts to God and to one another in ways that words alone cannot.

We design participatory services as a vital part of our liturgy. Through the unique spiritual power of congregational singing, we strive to build a strong community within the church membership and to reach out to our local friends and neighbors. Our small but spirited choir helps lead this musical offering each week.

For us, music is more than performance — it’s how we build community, deepen faith, and celebrate the beauty of God’s presence among us. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to get involved and connect with others through music, we invite you to bring your willing heart and love of singing to join us. There is a place for you here at Christ the King!

View our favorite hymn list.

8:00 AM Worship Service Rite I Music

The music at our 8:00am, Holy Eucharist, Rite I service on Sunday mornings is quiet and contemplative. Scott Gilmore plays a vast array of classic Christian hymns on a classical guitar. Whether it is through the prelude music prior to the worship service, a piece that follows the sermon, or a piece during communion, Scott Gilmore's gentle, faithful, spirit combined with his acumen on the guitar make for a deeply holy, worshipful experience.

Music for Our Community

Bringing music out beyond our own parish family into the wider community is a powerful way to build bridges, foster a sense of belonging, and remind us that we are all deeply connected. Music has the unique ability to transcend differences, speak to the heart, and create shared moments of joy, reflection, and hope. By sharing concerts, recitals, and musical conversations with the greater area, we extend an open invitation to unity, healing, and mutual care—nurturing not just a parish, but a community rooted in compassion and togetherness.

Concerts, Recitals, and Musical Conversations Fall 2026

Roman Street
Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM
We’re delighted to welcome the stellar guitar duo brothers Noah and Josh Thompson to kick off our fall series! Come and experience their fresh sound that fuses Classical, Gypsy, Contemporary Jazz, Latin, and Nuevo Flamenco.

Musical Conversation: Sacred Harp History and Practice
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Come to hear a presentation about the history and development of this traditional American art form by Joanna Ellis, and to participate in a practical introduction to Shape Note singing led by Kristin Wendland.

Emerald Coast Community Singers, Celebration of American Music
Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Join us to commemorate the 25th anniversary of “9/11” in 2001, and to honor the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Performing works by such American musical legends as Samuel Barber, Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, William Dawson, and Duke Ellington, along with traditional American and patriotic songs. We will include patriotic songs for the audience sing along!

Spotlight on Community Musicians: Spooky and Blessed Music Concert Music for Halloween and All Saints Day
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Come and hear the talented musicians in our area, including tenor Chris Klaus, pianist Ani Mouradian, soprano Gabby Trofatter, and others!

Studio 237 Students Recitals
Saturday, December 5 | 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Piano, guitar, voice, and ukulele students performing traditional, folk, classical, and Christmas holiday music.

Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Join us as we welcome the Christmas season with a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, featuring the Emerald Coast Community Singers and invited readers from the community.

Please help support our concerts, recitals, and musical conversations by clicking on the Give link and noting your donation is for Concerts@Ctk.