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17 Years
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Central Texas Master Singers: Inspiring Choral Music Since 2009
Central Texas Master Singers, founded in 2009 by Steven Kirkpatrick, is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit choral performance organization dedicated to enriching lives through choral music. Our ensemble, inspired by the legacy of the Dr. Gary Bonner Singers, has performed over 200 concerts and recorded 10 CD albums, captivating audiences with sacred music spanning classical masterpieces to contemporary praise arrangements. We returned to our full ensemble format in 2026 after operating as the smaller Vineyard Voice chamber group during challenging seasons, maintaining our mission to enhance the musical experience within the church universal with excellence and enthusiasm.Our performances, often free with optional offerings, include collaborations with professional orchestras during the Christmas season. We require singers to commit to rigorous rehearsals and memorized performances, ensuring artistic excellence while fostering community through music.
Services
Choral Performances
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in faith-based choral performance since 2009.
- Our conductor studied under renowned choral director Dr. Gary Bonner for a decade.
- We perform 200+ concerts with fully memorized arrangements for impactful delivery.
- Our diverse repertoire spans classical masterpieces to modern praise and worship music.
- We maintain rigorous artistic standards while fostering community through music.
Services
Choral Performances
Our professional choral ensemble delivers sacred music performances blending classical masterpieces with contemporary praise arrangements. We perform memorized concerts that inspire audiences through faith-based musical storytelling. Our seasonal schedule includes weekly rehearsals from September through April, culminating in powerful live performances that have enriched Central Texas communities since 2009.
People
Steven Kirkpatrick
Founder / President / Conductor
Steven Kirkpatrick founded Central Texas Master Singers in 2009 after studying choral conducting with Dr. Gary Bonner for a decade. With over 30 years of experience leading church choirs and directing community ensembles, he has guided our organization through 200+ performances and 10 professional recordings.
Questions
How can I join Central Texas Master Singers?
Open auditions occur at our Monday rehearsals starting January 19, 2026. Singers should arrive by 6:30 PM at Immanuel Baptist Church in Temple, TX.
Are performances free to attend?
Most performances are free with optional offerings, though Christmas season concerts with orchestral accompaniment may require tickets.
What musical styles do you perform?
Our repertoire spans classical sacred music, traditional hymns, and contemporary praise arrangements to engage diverse audiences.
How long has the choir been active?
Central Texas Master Singers has performed since 2009, with a brief reorganization as Vineyard Voice from 2021-2026 during pandemic recovery.
Where are rehearsals held?
Weekly rehearsals take place in the Choir Room at Immanuel Baptist Church, 1401 W. Central Avenue, Temple, TX 76504.
