Our Music Director

FRANCINE LANCASTER
Francine Lancaster lends her soaring soprano to the musical mix at Unity Sunday Services and various other church events and serves as Director for the church’s choir, Unitas. In addition to her musical contributions, Francine is responsible for the stunningly beautiful altar that graces our sanctuary, which she re-designs on a monthly basis.

Originally from Tampa, Florida, Francine came to California to make her debut with the San Francisco Opera. She went on to win the Metropolitan Opera Auditions and to debut at Lincoln Center in New York City. As president of her own production and publishing company for several years, she won seven international awards for her songbooks and recordings for children, “The Keepsake Collection”. Her credits also include producing and starring in a one-woman show, “A Night in Vienna,” appearing in “Broadway Goes to the Met,” and working closely with the Screens Actors Guild on their annual viewing parties.

For 20 years, Francine was the soloist for First Church of Religious Science in Oakland, where she also co-directed many events, concerts, and fund-raisers. As a passionate member of Unity of Berkeley, she has done the same. She is a certified Sound Therapist and is currently developing a Sound Voice Music Healing Center at Unity of Berkeley.

Music at Unity

Unity of Berkeley is located in the heart of one of the most musically diverse areas of the world. Our Creative Arts and Music Program at Unity of Berkeley consists of many talented musicians and artists who are committed to enlightening and enthralling audiences  in Berkeley and beyond. 

At Unity of Berkeley, music is a powerful ministry. Wise, moving, and energizing songs are essential to our Sunday Celebrations. The Co-directors of Music at Unity of Berkeley are all extraordinary musicians, in-demand recording artists, and seasoned performers who will uplift and delight you, week-in and week-out.

Our ongoing concert series features some of the best songwriters and performers working today in the field of  positive music. We actively support the positive music movement, which is dedicated to making insightful, non-denominational, contemporary music a force for good in our lives and culture.