Gospel Church Choir Rules

A church choir helps to make a service more enjoyable by providing uplifting music for the audience. Before a choir stands and begins singing for a particular service, though, there is a lot of hard work and preparation that goes into that performance. Anyone who is thinking of joining a gospel church choir or is already a member of one can benefit from these suggested rules of order. Not all choirs have written rules for members, but they will operate more smoothly if everyone follows certain commonplace principles of conduct and etiquette.

When committing to join a church choir, there are some common rules of courtesy that need to be followed in order for the group to be successful. Here are some important rules involving courtesy for choir members:

Let the director know when you are going to miss a practice or scheduled event. Show up on time for choir events.

Show the choir director respect by not questioning instructions or direction.

Practice songs at home when possible to help you learn them better.

Volunteer to help set up and clean up before and after choir-related events.

Do not carry on side conversations during choir practice.

In addition to rules that apply to any group or organization, joining a church choir brings with it a commitment to a higher power. Here are some rules for church choir members that involve a commitment to God.

Remember that each choir member is not just singing to the church audience; praising God should be the main purpose for choir participation.

Encourage others in the church to join the choir; tell them what it has meant to you, but do not push.

Try to be aware of the messages that are in the songs you sing and make them a part of your daily life.

Even with dedicated members who have melodious voices, a choir will not be successful if all of its members communicate. Here are some choir rules that will help to ensure that the group is as harmonious outside the choir loft as it is in the church sanctuary.

Do not criticize another member's voice; the choir director is the only person who should give instruction.

If you have a problem with another choir member, go to the director for guidance; confronting that person may cause hard feelings and tension.