Music Staff
Iva Ewalt has been a dedicated pianist at First UMC for over 30 years; her husband, Ed sings in the choir and they often perform special music together.
Dr James Simpson, our organist, has been with us at Cynthiana FUMC for several years. Dr Simpson and his lovely wife, Kim, are the parents of two grown children, We are happy to have Dr Simpson with us at First UMC.
Music Groups
The First UMC Choir is co-directed by Steve Strawzell, Tallu Smith and Ann Hall. Anyone who wants to join the choir is very welcome. We perform weekly music and special music, also. If you're interestd in joining the First UMC choir, simply come to practice on Wed evenings at 7:00 or call Steve, Tallu, or Ann.
The Music Praise Team is open to anyone who might like to help out or share their talents. You don’t have to be a church member to participate. The Strawzell family, Joseph Ammerman and Nate Brown are our most active participants. The Praise Team leads worship the 4th Sunday of each month. Special guests are welcome to participate. If you are a musician interested in sharing your talents with First UMC, please call one of our Choir Directors.
Bell Choir is made up of students in the youth group and is led by Tallu Smith. The Bell Choir practices on Sundays at 5:00 pm.
Special Music is also provided during important events and worship services.
IT Group (affectionately known as the "Balconites"), is responsible for making sure music equipment is working properly so that our musicians and singers can be heard loud and clear by the congregation.
