Music at Ilkeston Methodist Church
🎵 Welcome to IMC Music –
Where Faith and Music Come Alive
Music is at the heart of Ilkeston Methodist Church. It shapes our worship, strengthens our community, and brings people together in powerful and uplifting ways. Whether you enjoy singing, playing an instrument, or simply listening, IMC Music offers a warm and welcoming space for everyone.
🎸 Meet the IMC Music Band
Where Faith and Music Come Alive
Our IMC Music Band is a friendly group of musicians who love creating meaningful worship experiences. We play a wide range of music — from traditional hymns and classic Christian songs to contemporary worship and even non‑Christian pieces for community events.
Furthermore, we believe music should be accessible, joyful, and shared with others. As a result, our band continues to grow in creativity, confidence, and community impact.
Music is Power
🙌 Music in Worship – Traditional, Contemporary, and Creative
Every Sunday, music enriches our worship services. You’ll hear:
- Traditional hymns and Modern
- Christian worship songs
- Instrumental pieces
- Creative musical moments.
In addition, our musicians work closely with worship leaders to create services that are reflective, joyful, and spiritually uplifting.
If you have a musical gift — whether singing or playing an instrument — we would love to hear from you.
🎶 Join the Band – Musicians Wanted
We are actively looking for new members who already play: Hymns, Christian music, Non‑Christian music suitable for community events, As long as you can play on Sundays, you are welcome to join us. Moreover, we encourage musicians who enjoy performing at events, festivals, and community gatherings. See Below for more
What We’re Looking For
- Instrumentalists (guitar, keyboard, drums, strings, brass, etc.)
- Vocalists
- Confident hymn players
- Musicians who enjoy both worship and community music
Rehearsals
You are welcome to pop in during rehearsals to meet the team and see what we do. We’re friendly, relaxed, and always excited to welcome new faces.
🌟 Opportunities to Play Beyond Sunday Worship
IMC Music isn’t limited to Sunday mornings. In fact, we regularly take our music into the community, offering musicians even more opportunities to perform.
You can get involved in:
- Local events, Community shows, Festivals
- Church outreach, Seasonal celebrations, Joint events with other churches.
Additionally, we are open to new ideas — if you have a passion project or musical vision, we’d love to explore it with you.
🎄 Musical Events & Community Outreach
Service, Shows, Carols, Festivals,
Throughout the year, our music ministry organises a variety of events, including:
- Christmas Carols & Candlelight Service
- Community Performances
- Community Events
- Other venues, churches and festivals
Meanwhile, you can stay updated by visiting our Events Page.
❤️ Why Choose IMC Music?
Joining IMC Music means becoming part of something bigger. You’ll enjoy:
- A welcoming and inclusive environment;
- Opportunities to grow musically and spiritually
- A supportive community that feels like family
- The joy of helping others experience faith through music
- Chances to create, perform, and even write your own songs
- Opportunities to play at events, venues, and festivals.
Ultimately, IMC Music is a place where your gifts can flourish.