MUSIC

The music list for choral services, showing the hymns and settings for each service, can be found below.

Choir

St. Mary’s is fortunate to have the support of an enthusiastic adult choir, which is responsible for the musical ministry of the church both within and beyond the parish. Numbering 20 at full strength, the choir rehearses on Friday evenings at 7.15pm to 8:45pm, and again immediately before every sung service. The repertoire is comprehensive, ranging from the the music of the Renaissance schools right up to works which have been specially written for the choir.

Read more about our choir here.

The Organs

Originally installed by Father Willis in 1878 and enlarged by him in 1894. His pipework remains at the heart of the organ, in spite of subsequent alterations in 1904, 1932 and 1980. The wind and electrical systems had become very unreliable and a major restoration of the instrument was carried out in 2023/24 by Harrison and Harrison of Durham. 

Read more about our organ here.

Bellringing

The Bathwick Bellringers practice on Wednesday evenings from 1930 to 2100 and everyone will receive a warm welcome. On a good night they can manage a few leads of London Royal, but all levels are catered for. On Sunday mornings they ring a quarter peal starting at 0915 for the 1030 service. Visitors are most welcome to join them for this and should contact the Tower Master Mike Stubbs on 01225 484628 for details.

Read more about our Bellringing here.