A Sign of Summer

After a glorious beginning a few weeks back, then a bit of a hiccup due to a Covid threat, Music Vespers will begin again on Sunday — a hopeful return to the “normalcy” of a long and cherished Oysterville tradition.

If you have been a “regular” Vespers attendee over the past thirty-plus years, you know that in our little Historic Church, the service is a mix of history, spiritual message and music of every genre — with emphasis on the music.  This summer, especially, it seems to me that it’s just what we all need!

Kathryn Claire

When my mother, Dale Little, introduced the idea of featuring music at Vespers she said, “Let’s have all sorts of music!” and went on to quote the familiar Psalm: Make a joyful noise unto the Lord…”  This Sunday, we will be treated to the “stunning harmony vocals” of Kathryn Claire and Margot Merah.  And what a duo they are!

Margot Merah

Both are “singer-songwriters,” both play musical intruments (Margot, guitar; Kathryn guitar and violin), Margot comes  from Paasloo, a small township in northeast Netherlands and Kathryn’s roots are in the Pacific Northwest.  Margot sings both traditional songs – often Celtic – as well as her own compositions and she’s noted for her enthralling voice.  For Kathryn, her early classical training  plus her love of traditional music allows her to move seamlessly across genres.  With these two accomplished women performing in the Oysterville Church with its amazing accoustics, Sunday’s Vespers audience is in for a treat!

Bear Family Visits The Wachsmuths, April 2020

Besides which, Tucker Wachsmuth is promising a “bear story” during his “Oysterville Moment” opening of the afternoon’s service.  And Steve Kovach is scheduled to give a short message and lead the congregational hymn — all-in-all a not-to-be missed hour of enjoyment in our lovely little village.  See you at three o’clock day-after-tomorrow!