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What Has Happened to Good Church Music?
Does today's church "sell out" by dumbing down the quality of music in worship? Sadly, I see pastors giving in to an entertainment church model just trying to keep members attending and attempting to attract "young" people to join. Being totally out of touch with the millennial mindset, this is a strategy that is attempting those who want substance, not fluff.This style of music is called many things such as, "7-11 Music" (7 words 11 times), "Holy Karoke", "Happy Clappy", "Jump for Jesus Music"…See More
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- Do you sing in a chorus or choir?
- Yes
- Are you a solo singer?
- No
- What types of music do you like to sing?
- Classical
- Are a conductor?
- Community Choir, Other
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What Has Happened to Good Church Music?
Posted on June 12, 2009 at 8:30am 5 Comments 0 Likes
Does today's church "sell out" by dumbing down the quality of music in worship? Sadly, I see pastors giving in to an entertainment church model just trying to keep members attending and attempting to attract "young" people to join. Being totally out of touch with the millennial mindset, this is a strategy that is attempting those who want substance, not fluff.
This style of music is called many things such as, "7-11 Music" (7 words 11 times), "Holy Karoke", "Happy Clappy", "Jump for… Continue
This style of music is called many things such as, "7-11 Music" (7 words 11 times), "Holy Karoke", "Happy Clappy", "Jump for… Continue
Working through people
Posted on October 2, 2008 at 10:21am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Impacting people’s lives and moving toward a strong vision is what the Transformational Leader endorses totally. Maintaining the unswerving commitment to the vision and encouraging others is one of the key driving forces toward success. Music directors especially recognize that they are in the business of transforming people and their productivity. The other transformation that takes place is the key: transforming people’s lives through their participation in programs and… Continue
Becoming a Transformational Leader
Posted on August 8, 2008 at 10:36pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Transform means change. How does the leader inspire, enable and empower others to bring change into an organization? By encouraging, sharing, coaching, trusting, modeling, valuing, reinforcing and many others. Being a Transformational Leader is similar in many ways to being a Charismatic Leader. The major difference is the focus of the Transformational Leader on working through people and not through one’s own power.
The Transformational Leader produces through people. The ideal… Continue
The Transformational Leader produces through people. The ideal… Continue
Building a Musical Ensemble As Transformation
Posted on August 7, 2008 at 6:00am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Conductors understand transformation experientially. The very nature of our work is that of transformation.
A group of singers shows up for rehearsal. They come to sing – each with a different perspective and possibly a different level of talent. The skilled choral conductor listens, instructs, motivates, encourages, and affirms the changes that are necessary to mold this unrelated group of singers into a unified sound. The product is called an ensemble. We strive for that unity as… Continue
A group of singers shows up for rehearsal. They come to sing – each with a different perspective and possibly a different level of talent. The skilled choral conductor listens, instructs, motivates, encourages, and affirms the changes that are necessary to mold this unrelated group of singers into a unified sound. The product is called an ensemble. We strive for that unity as… Continue
Church Music Director as Transformational Leader
Posted on August 6, 2008 at 1:10pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Being or becoming a church musician is a very different identity and skill set than a musician doing church music. There really is a tremendous difference! The church musician, the conductor of the choir, the music leader for worship must be focused on and dedicated to leading people in a strong spiritual journey through liturgy and worship participation. It is a unique and very special duty and delight! The conductor is, in fact, a spiritual leader, a transformational leader empowered by… Continue
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The Composers Competition – “Choir Laboratory. XXI Century” Saint-Petersburg
August 17, 2011 at 6pm to May 1, 2012 at 7pm – Russia
The Composers Competition – “Choir Laboratory. XXI Century”. Music for Children and Youth – is held in 2012 for the 5th time. Its history is not very long, but the Competition is already well-known a…
Organized by Roganova Irina | Type: the, composers, competition
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The Music of Dinos Constantinides Distinguished Concerts Artist Series
February 12, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm – WEILL RECITAL HALL, CARNEGIE HALL
Distinguished Concerts International New York Presents: Sunday, February 12, 2012 7:30PM WEILL RECITAL HALL, CARNEGIE HALL The Music of Dinos Constantinides Distinguished Concerts Artist Series …
Organized by Iris Derke | Type: classical, music, concert
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2012 Nico Castel International Master Singer Competition
February 18, 2012 from 8pm to 10pm – Carnegie Hall
Distinguished Concerts International New York Presents: 2012 Nico Castel International Master Singer Competition Saturday, February 18, 2012 8:00 pm WEILL RECITAL HALL, CARNEGIE HALL Presented by Dis…
Organized by Iris Derke | Type: classical, concert
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Jacqueline Hairston’s Choral Spirituals at Carnegie Hall
February 19, 2012 from 2pm to 5pm – Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall
Sunday, February 19, 2012, at 2:00 PM Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall New England Symphonic Ensemble Jacqueline Hairston, Guest Conductor “Jacqueline Hairston’s Choral Spirituals” Ch…
Organized by MidAmerica Productions | Type: concert
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Reflections of Life with Special Guest Clay Aiken
February 20, 2012 from 7pm to 9pm – STERN AUDITORIUM/PERELMAN STAGE, CARNEGIE HALL
Distinguished Concerts International New York Presents: Monday, February 20, 2012 7:00 pm STERN AUDITORIUM/PERELMAN STAGE, CARNEGIE HALL …
Organized by Iris Derke | Type: classical
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The People's Choir, Yeovil
February 21, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9pm – St John's Church School Rooms
***Open rehearsal evening*** The People's Choir, Yeovil is a new and exciting community choir formed especially for the people of Yeovil. The choice of music is carried out almost exclusively by the…
Organized by Kris Emmett | Type: open, choir, rehearsal
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Deep in the heART of Texas
February 28, 2012 from 7pm to 9:45pm – Carnegie Hall
Distinguished Concerts International New York Presents Tuesday, February 28, 2012 7:00PM STERN AUDITORIUM/PERELMAN STAGE, CARNEGIE HALL Deep in the heART of Texas Texas A&M University Chorale a…
Organized by Iris Derke | Type: classical
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NC United Methodist Handbell Festival
March 2, 2012 at 7pm to March 3, 2012 at 5pm – Riddle Center, Methodist University
Friday Night/All day Saturday Massed Handbell Ringing Event Guest Conductor: David M. Harris, Music Director of the Raleigh Ringers Visit the NC FUMMWA website for details/repertoire/brochure/regi…
Organized by NC Conference Chapter of FUMMWA | Type: handbell, festival
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Soprani Compagni Distinguished Concerts Artist Series at Carnegie Hall
March 2, 2012 from 8pm to 9:30pm
Friday, March 2, 20128:00 PM WEILL RECITAL HALL, CARNEGIE HALLSoprani CompagniDistinguished Concerts Artist Series Tammie Huntington, SopranoLisa Dawson, SopranoPhoenix Park-Kim, Piano Tickets: $50 Call CarnegieCharge at 212-247-7800, or visit www.carnegiehall.org. For more information on group sales or other special offers, please contact us at 212-707-8566 x307 or BoxOffice@DCINY.org. …See More
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Hope you're having inspired times and loads of musical activities !
Best wishes,
Chris
Blessings,
Janet
Best wishes,
Chris
Well, I made it here.
Blessings and Happy Trails,
Robin
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Paulo Faustini
I'll try to call you this week. Haven't gotten a reply re our Jerusalem project.
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Emma
Thank you for the welcome and comments on the music that I posted! I love the Lord and I am glad to be a part of His family and this group. You asked me to let you know what I like. I took advantage of the site's My Theme optional settings and made My Page my own with color and attractive design. I have been a student of music for years and I have enjoyed the mini master classes posted by Doug Lawrence this week. I am interested in learning more that will help me to grow as a singer. My main goal is to joyfully proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a way that is worthy of such an excellent message.
Yours,
Emma
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I believe that this will bring us a lot of new prospects.
Peace,
Hugh
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