From September to June, our Chancel Choir meets Sunday mornings 9:15-9:45 am and 11:15 am-Noon in the sanctuary and choir room for rehearsals - before and after our 10 am Worship service. We are a wonderful, caring family of musicians who continually welcome new members throughout the year, so we hope that all who have interest and experience (or would like to learn!) will join us! We also enjoy featuring vocal or instrumental soloists & ensembles, so please feel free to contact our director Stan Engebretson if you would like more information at: DrStanE@gmail.com.

Dr. Stan Engebretson ~ Director of Music & Organist

Arriving at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in January 2026, Music Director Stan Engebretson is looking forward to continuing our robust music program with music chosen from the masterworks as well as contemporary styles, periods, and traditions. Stan frequently taps into his wide professional network to supplement our choir with performers ranging from an award-winning high school chorus to a soprano at the Metropolitan Opera.

A DC-area resident for over 30 years, Dr. Engebretson lives in Bethesda and is Emeritus Professor/Director of Choral Studies at George Mason University, Conductor Laureate of the National Philharmonic Chorale, and Director of Music Emeritus at The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church. For the past two years, he was the Guest Artist in Residence & Interim Director of Music at The American Church in Paris, France. Stan continues to guest conduct concerts, clinics, and festivals locally and abroad.