Chalice

Genre: All Styles of Christian Music
Origin: McKeesport (Pittsburgh), PA
Members: Lou and Kris Rhoades, Keith Szirmae, and Gary Coddington

Formed in March 2000, “Chalice” is a group of singers and musicians who love to help others experience the presence of the Lord. They use the Word of God, testimony, and various styles of music including Praise and Worship, Southern Gospel, Traditional Hymns, Contemporary, Worship Choruses, along with Original Compositions to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They originate from the Pittsburgh, PA area but will go anywhere God calls them to. The members of the group are born again, spirit-filled believers who share a common purpose to help people draw closer to the Lord.

The basic program typically includes songs from the various styles of music mentioned above, but special requests can be made for certain songs and/or styles. They are even willing to learn new songs if needed for specific events or themes. Programs are, for the most part, designed to coordinate with the style of music that the church or organization is accustomed to. Their unique way of blending the different musical styles make their programs great for all ages. Chalice sings a lot of “cover” songs as well as a few originals they have written themselves. They have created a niche in the industry by modernizing some of the favorite old hymns of the church.

Chalice is able to lead Praise and Worship and they can also provide a devotional, message, or sermon if needed. They also have a video projector available to display the words to songs for congregational singing. A number of songs have been enhanced with a presentation using graphical images and photographs which increases the effectiveness of the message.

Chalice has been as far North to Niagara Fall, NY, West to Toledo, OH and Cincinatti, OH, East to Reading, PA and South to Morgantown, WV.