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Empowering Lives, Transforming Communities

New Hope Music Ministry

Founded in 2021, our music ministry is the heartbeat of NHTCA. What started as a small choir has grown into a full ministry with multiple ensembles, instrumentalists, and a music school dedicated to nurturing talent and glorifying God through music.

150+

Choir Members

7

Choirs & Ensembles

12

Instruments

Weekly Schedule

SDA Week Format

Our weekly worship and practice schedule follows the Seventh-day Adventist calendar

SUNDAY

9:00 AM
Main Choir Rehearsal
3:00 PM
Instrumental Practice
📍 Main Hall

MONDAY

6:00 PM
Youth Choir
📍 Chapel

TUESDAY

5:00 PM
Music Theory Class
📍 Classroom 2

WEDNESDAY

6:00 PM
Band Practice
📍 Music Room

THURSDAY

4:00 PM
Children's Choir
📍 Chapel

FRIDAY

5:00 PM
Vespers Preparation
📍 Main Hall

SABBATH

9:00 AM
Divine Service
11:00 AM
Sabbath School
📍 Sanctuary

"Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing." – Psalm 100:1-2

Our Ensembles

Music Ministry Groups

Diverse groups serving in different capacities, united in worship

Main Choir

Main Sanctuary Choir

The flagship choir leading worship every Sabbath. With 60+ members singing in 4-part harmony, we present a rich repertoire of traditional hymns and contemporary gospel music that inspires and uplifts the congregation.

Watson Mbewe

Watson Mbewe

Choir Director

Youth Choir

Youth Choir

Energetic and contemporary, the youth choir leads special services and evangelistic meetings. Our young members bring fresh energy and modern worship styles while developing their musical gifts.

Daniel

Daniel Maere

Youth Director

Children's Choir

Children's Choir

Nurturing the next generation of musicians. Ages 5-12 learn hymns, action songs, and foundational music skills in a fun, encouraging environment that builds confidence and joy in worship.

Elizabeth

Elizabeth Chatsika

Children's Coordinator

Instrumental Ensemble

Instrumental Ensemble

Piano, keyboards, guitars, drums, and traditional instruments working together to support all worship services. Our instrumentalists provide musical foundation for congregational singing and special items.

Martha

Martha Bero

Band Leader

Men's Chorus

Men's Chorus

Powerful male voices singing bass and tenor arrangements. This group brings depth and richness to worship, performing special numbers for men's ministries and evangelistic events.

Israel Chisale

Israel Chisale

Men's Chorus

Women's Chorus

Women's Chorus

Graceful and melodious, the women's chorus brings beauty and emotion to worship. They lead for women's day programs, special events, and provide uplifting musical contributions.

Esther Banda

Grace Ngwira

Chorus Leader

Mark Your Calendar

Upcoming Music Events

Join us for these special worship and concert events

13
APR

Sabbath Sacred Concert

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Main Sanctuary

Annual sacred concert featuring all choirs and instrumentalists. Special guest: Lilongwe Philharmonic. A celebration of God's goodness through music.

20
APR

Music Workshop: Voice Training

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Music Hall

Professional voice training workshop for all choir members. Learn proper breathing techniques, vocal health, and performance skills from expert vocal coaches.

27
APR

Youth Music Festival

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Youth Center

Contemporary gospel music, drama, and dance. Youth groups from across Lilongwe participating in a celebration of young talent and worship.

04
MAY

Instrumental Workshop: Guitar & Keys

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Music Room

Hands-on workshop for guitarists and keyboardists. Learn chord progressions, worship leading techniques, and how to play effectively in a band setting.

In Pictures

Music Ministry Gallery

Moments from our rehearsals and performances

Our Songs

Ministry Repertoire

Sample of hymns and songs we regularly perform

Great Is Thy Faithfulness

Traditional Hymn

How Great Thou Art

Traditional Hymn

Way Maker

Contemporary Gospel

What a Beautiful Name

Contemporary

Amazing Grace

Traditional Hymn

10,000 Reasons

Contemporary

It Is Well With My Soul

Traditional Hymn

Raise a Hallelujah

Contemporary

Listen

Sample Recordings

Listen to excerpts from our recent performances

Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Main Choir
3:45
Way Maker - Youth Choir
4:20
Amazing Grace - Instrumental
2:55

Full recordings available on our YouTube channel

Learn Music

Music Education

Free music lessons for church members and community

Piano/Keyboard

Beginner to intermediate. Learn chords, hymns, and music theory.

Guitar

Acoustic and electric. Chord progressions and worship leading.

Drums

Basic rhythms, coordination, and playing in a band setting.

Voice Training

Vocal techniques, harmony singing, and solo performance.

Testimonies

Ministry Testimonies

How music has changed lives

Joining the music ministry gave me purpose. I was struggling with depression, but singing in the choir brought me joy and a new family. Now I lead the youth choir and train others.

Jeaneive
Jeaneive

Youth Choir Member, 3 years

I never knew I could sing. The voice training classes helped me discover my talent. Now I'm a soloist and lead worship regularly. Music has become my ministry.

Martha
Martha Bero

Soloist, 2 years

Teaching children music is the most rewarding experience. Seeing their faces light up when they learn a new song is priceless. The future of our ministry is bright.

Mnodzi
Mmodzi Chilimanjira

Children's Choir Director

Use Your Gift for God's Glory

Whether you sing, play an instrument, or want to learn, there's a place for you in our music ministry. Join our family and use your talents to bless others.

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