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L IONA T I D G TRA WITH N I S FU EMS H T N RSHIP A O W SE & PRAI As worship pastors, one of the most creative tools we can use is blending new modern praise and worship songs with traditional hymns and anthems. Even though Psalms 144:9 says, “I will sing a new song to you, O God,” our history is filled with great worship that still carries the same powerful message in today’s generation. Take “Amazing Grace”; it has stood the test of time, influencing a new generation, as well as become a pillar of our Christian faith. Look at what Chris Tomlin did with “Amazing Grace” by adding the verse “My chains are gone, I’ve been set free...” That addition has added new life into this well-loved hymn giving it new expression for younger generations. In fact, it has become a standard within the Praise and Worship Church. So what about traditional anthems? Can we incorporate these beautifully written songs into a contemporary style of worship? Can we use the traditional choir and the praise band in worship in an effective way producing a cross-generational worship expression by fusing traditional choir anthems and praise and worship songs? I believe that the answer to these questions is a big “Yes!” Anthems are songs of praise, devotion, and celebration.

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Just as hymns reach out to all worshippers, anthems can equally speak to the heart and carry an effective message. In this article, we will look at creative ways in blending traditional choral anthems into Praise and Worship. Here are some ideas to use choral anthems in modern worship: •

Add an anthem to the outro of a praise and worship song

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Replace sections of a praise and worship song with an anthem that has similar lyrics or meaning

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Sing anthems as a transition from one praise song to another

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Choose a section of an anthem and make it fresh by using modern instrumentation, changing the rhythmic feel, and altering the chords and harmonies

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Use similar themes of a praise and worship song and anthem to create a medley

Take a look at one of the most popular choral anthems, “The Majesty and Glory of Your Name,” by Tom Fettke. One of my favorite sections of this song begins with “Alleluia”. It starts soft and continues to build on this one word with each phrase ascending in pitch and volume. It’s a powerful moment of adoration and praise. So, using suggestion #2, we can replace the bridge of a top 25 CCLI praise and worship song, “Glory to God Forever,” by Steve Fee, with the anthem’s “Alleluia” section. Starting with the bridge, use keys and sing

Mark Hosny, Artist Director National Praise and Worship Institute in unison or even a pad with a low tribal groove (think African). The second time the word “name” appears, add the full band with a strong hit on beat 1, playing an eighth-note pulse, and building into a rock groove on the final repeat. Sing two-part harmony, and then transition back into the original praise and worship chorus, “Glory to God.” Adding just a little creativity breathes new life into worship, while preserving anthems, which are rich in meaning and powerful in spirit. For in-depth video teaching of the above, visit www.npwi.com and click on Ministry Resources.

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Plan a Composer’s Weekend Bob Burroughs

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Success is of the Lord Roger W Hicks

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One of the facts of modern life is assimilating new buzzwords...and one of the hottest terms right now is crowd sourcing. For a new business it is a way to get started without going through the traditional process of venture capital. Non-profits have done this well for decades (sat through a PBS pledge drive lately?). But recently crowd sourcing has been applied to the content creation and dissemination machine that most

“double” issue. Circumstances led us to this because we wanted to shine a qualitative light on two of the most important writers in the history of Creator: Bob Burroughs and Paul Oakley. Both of these sterling musicians have served, for extended periods, as the editor of this publication. In that role, both have had a significant impact upon church music, worship, ministry, and leadership. I would venture to say that there is no one reading this that

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hasn’t benefitted from the writing and the work that these two men have done. We lost Paul to the heavenly band very recently. You can read founding publisher Marshall Sanders’ tribute to him on page 10. Bob, thanks be to God, is still here, and still passionate about all things churchmusic. He has championed new music for the church since I can remember, and we’ve chosen to honor his term of service at Creator by publishing a wonderful article that will give you a clear way to get up close and personal with a composer. I suggest you choose Bob when you plan your event. You, your musicians, and your ministry will be the better for it. I promise. fine

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checking your attitude

It’s all perspective. Visions, dreams, wishes, prayers, conflicts, circumstances, and even realities are affected by perspective. Often in the ways of the world, what brings joy and fulfillment to one must rob another of his/her sense of fulfillment. What brings success to one must cost another some measure of success. What one person senses as a deep sense of calling is seen as mere folly by other people. The process of maturation in living, in ministry, and in music-making all grows out of the combination of life’s circumstances, and how people respond to those circumstances. Indeed, it’s all perspective.

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Attitude Often church musicians, both professional staff members and volunteer members of choirs and leadership teams, feel as if there is little gratitude for the efforts they freely give in service to God and the church. Often there is not an adequate dose of gratitude, or platitude, within the life of each local congregation. It is easy to take for granted those things which are experienced on a regular basis, and often the true worth of an individual or of his/her talents and contributions to others’ lives cannot be measured until that person is taken away. This is sad. Jesus understood this reality more than anyone, and his commitment to

Paul Oakley wrote this article for Creator in 1992. Things were much different then, but the message rings true, and, particularly with respect to Paul, there is a bit of irony as well. We think it gives a clear example of his thoughtful approach to all the topics he wrote about. You can find a list of all of Paul’s articles on page 25 of this issue, and we’ve made a package of these articles available at the Creator store for immediate download. To get Paul’s Articles go to http://cmag.ws/78

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We All Grow Weary... and feel overlooked, overworked, and under-appreciated

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his ministry and beliefs cost him every measure of human success, even his physical life. Christ’s mode of the servant offers a new understanding of success. A review of the Scriptures contained in the Old Testament, the Apocrypha, and the New Testament reminds all people that God did not call anyone to success; likewise, God called no one to martyrdom. God calls each person to faithfulness, and the call of faithfulness often includes sacrifice. However, the life of fathfulness breeds

in its nature the ingredients needed to live above circumstances in the joy of a new perspective. In Matthew 20:1-16, Jesus relates the parable of the workers in the vineyard. Many sermons have been preached on this lesson that have used the final words of the story, “those who are last will be first, and those who are first will be last,” to make successful people feel ashamed of their success and to provide a spiritual balm for those who

for further reading • An Oxymoron: The Volunteer Church Choir (Paul Oakley) • Building the Youth Choir (Paul Oakley) • Getting the Choir Out of the Loft (Paul Oakley) • Irony: Music and Worship at Weddings (Paul Oakley) • Making Heavenly Music with Mortal Voices (Paul Oakley) • Rejuvenating the Art of Artistic Choral Singing (Paul Oakley) • Singing Hymns: Integrity and Witness (Paul Oakley) • The Church Year: Parts 1-4 (Paul Oakley) • The Gifts of God for the People of God (Paul Oakley)

• The Heritage of Singing Children (Paul Oakley) • The Jewel, The Setting: A Worship Guide (Paul Oakley) • The Real Role of the Church Organist (Paul Oakley) • Why Wait? Creatively Using Children in Worship (Paul Oakley) We have collected these articles in a special Paul Oakley Article Package which is available at creatormagazine.com or by calling 800-777-6713.

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have known less worldly success. This misses the point of the passage. The parable of the workers in the vineyard points to one central spiritual reality that brings all of our many ideas and visions to one unified perspective. The truth of this parable allows some genuine comfort to the worker who worked eight hours for the same wage of those who worked only one hour. The central truth: all life is gift. Each day is gift, each breath is gift, those things whihch sustain and renew are gifts. Love is the ultimate gift – love that knows no boundaries, no regulations, no exclusions. All that comes to us is given, not because of who we are or are not; not because of what we do or do not do; but, because God is fanatic about showering the people of God with gifts of grace and acceptance. This alters perspective. It is God who has given to each person blessings untold. And true disciples understand that all people are blessed to be a blessing to others. If the followers of God could really understand the loving nature of this Parent, and truly looked at life from the perspective of the servant Christ, then the concept that we who minister, who are not shown adequate gratitude, is changed by our perspective. If all life is gift, and we are gifted to enable others, then we should be the most grateful.

in every situation we have a choice as to our response, a calling to fulfill, and a loving God to walk with us and work through us Gratitude If your ministry is music, think about the numerous gifts you enjoy in your ministry. Think about the talents God has give to you, the leadership qualities God has developed in you, the confidence God has placed in you to call you into the service of his most beloved church. Think about the health you enjoy, the standard by which you live, the people with whom you are privileged to serve. This alters perspective.

If you are a choir member, think about how many people wish that they could sing. Think about the number of people who would gladly, even eagerly, give up a few hous each week to develop their skills as singers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to be exposed to the great music of the master, to understand the worship themes and goals before the service even begins. Think of the number of people who would love to share in the intimate relationship and fellowship that grows out of the common life of choir members. Think about the freedom you

have developed to express your faith through the ministry of music, and the confidence and strength you find in a witnessing singing conmmunity. This alters perspective. We all grow weary. Often our perspective is shrouded in the weight of our circumstances, and we feel overlooked, overworked, and under-appreciated. It is in these moments that God comes to us as a loving parent who wraps us up and comforts us, or wipes the tears from our eyes and offers us encouragement and nurture. Thank God that we are 2012 | creatormagazine.com

Musician. Scholar. Friend. Many of us lost a dear friend when Paul Oakley lost his battle with cancer. Please read his obituary to the right for the specifics of his life as a renowned musician and scholar. I will attempt to bring some focus to the third aspect of Paul – that of friend. First let me make a super-sized disclaimer: I considered Paul to be one of my few lifelong friends, having known him for more than 30 years. However, there are many more who would also be capable and have the joy of celebrating their friendship with this fine man as well. My hope is that these words make a small contribution to what they would also say of Paul. We didn’t speak every day or even every month. His packed schedule would never have allowed that. But the contact that we maintained over the years would be similar to many of yours. Just a glimpse or a “hello” and it was as if we had been together with no interruption. His bigger-than-life personality was a force all its own – never holding back, never reserving something for later, living every second as if it might be his last. One person said that in his 52 years, he lived multiple lifetimes. I’ve heard varieties of this story told several times as if it regularly represented his connection with new friends. We met on a Wednesday, for the first time. He came to my house on Thursday to get better acquainted and to share visions and dreams and life objectives. We sat on the floor the first couple hours, neither of us ever stopping the conversation. We had so much in common, yet my astonishment at the knowledge that leapt out of his head made an hour seem like a moment. We spent the bulk of the next three days together, no time wasted. On Monday he moved away and we never lived in the same town again. It was the beginning – as I said earlier – of a lifelong friendship with periods of intenseness and quiet busyness mingled together. My memory says that Paul accepted the task of being Creator’s official editor in the first two hours of our meeting. That relationship lasted for the 15 or so more years that I was owner/publisher. Paul was directly or indirectly involved in nearly every issue during that time. He wrote countless articles, edited average contributions into brilliant essays, and inspired me and others to burn gallons of midnight oil keeping Creator relevant and on task. I’ve shared with Vern many times how Paul’s influence gave Creator strength, wisdom and credibility that thankfully continues to this day. The best representation of a person’s life is what people say after they’re gone, and with Paul, the rapid-fire pace of technology has allowed that to happen at a level few have ever seen. I’ve never been much of a Facebook freak. Neither was Paul. But his Facebook page has become something of a memorial for the ages. It’s unlikely anyone could count the number of new postings to his page that continue to flood in daily. Many have photos and videos attached that will be priceless to all of us who knew him, especially his family. I personally encourage you to share wildly – thoughts, stories, photos, audio files and videos – helping to continue this memorial until everyone has had time to share everything with everybody. It will help all of us grieve, and it will certainly help all of us know him better. Some of the words I have read that others have chosen to describe Paul: odd, huge, one-of-a-kind, like no one else ever, extreme musician, extreme talent, over-the-top, a true giant, soft, kind, would give away everything, scholarly yet reachable, passionate almost to a fault, giving – so giving, tireless, writer, ridiculously funny, extremist but under control, brilliant, intuitive, humble, available though/when busy, never stopped learning, never stopped teaching, never stopped, tender-hearted, opinionated but respected yours, nuts, crazy, second to none, just the best. Someone said that heaven’s talent pool just got a lot bigger for the kids of the future, if God dare hand them out again. Marshall Sanders

gifted people. We know we are alive when we feel the joy and pain of life, and we are reminded that all life is gift. Let us then take on the perspective of the true disciple in the vineyard, grateful for a calling that offers us those things we need to be sustained and fulfilled. And, as we enter that last half-hour of choir practice on a cold, blustery evening, offer words of

encouragement and strength to those who minister with us. It truly is perspective. And that means that in every situation we have a choice as to our response, a calling to fulfill, and a loving God to walk with us and work through us. Now thank we all our God with hearts, and hands, and voices! fine

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Paul Oakley Paul E. Oakley, 52, was born December 16, 1960, in Lincoln Park, Michigan, the son of Dr. & Mrs. William P. Oakley, who presently serve the Trimble First Baptist Church of Dyersburg, Tennessee. Professor Oakley graduated from Central High School in Pueblo, Colorado, Friends University in Wichita, Kansas, and Boston University. At the time of his death he was Professor of Music and the Director of Choral and Sacred Music Studies at Kentucky Wesleyan College. He was also the music director at First Presbyterian Church in Owensboro, Kentucky, and the editor of a choral series for Colla Voce Music. An internationally known choral and orchestral conductor, concert organist, jazz and gospel musician, he was a highly respected clinician and collaborative pianist. Each year, Professor Oakley conducted numerous All-State High School choirs and high school, collegiate, and community festival choruses throughout the United States and abroad. Maestro Oakley was a frequent guest conductor of the New York City Chamber Orchestra and was the Music Director and Conductor of the highly acclaimed Bach Society of Minnesota Orchestra and St. Paul Chamber Orchestra for over 10 years. He performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, The White House, Washington National Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Coventry Cathedral, The Cathedral of Notre Dame (Paris), Chartres Cathedral, Salzburg Cathedral, Roy Thompson Hall (Toronto), the National Cathedral of the Church of Sweden in Uppsala, and the Piccolo-Spoleto Festival, among others. He prepared choruses and been a coach accompanist for Robert Shaw, Helmuth Rilling, Roger Norrington, Andrew Parrott, Sir David Willcocks, John Rutter, Edo de Waart, Ann Howard Jones, and Eric Whitacre. He performed with Kathleen Battle, Doc Severinson and numerous other artists as a pianist and organist. The master conductor Robert Shaw wrote of Mr. Oakley: “He is a superb performer who understands the score and the deeper musical meanings found within the score. He has an extraordinary acquaintance with historical and contemporary choral literatures. He certainly is the best equipped choral scholar-performer I have met in many years.” As a clinician, Mr. Oakley taught and performed at both Divisional and National Conventions of ACDA. He was a frequent clinicianconductor at State ACDA and MENC conventions and taught workshops and performed recitals and hymn festivals for chapters of the American Guild of Organists and the Choristers Guild. In 2006, he delivered the Mortenson Dialogues in Sacred Music at Concordia College in Morehead, Minnesota. He has performed throughout North America and in England, Ireland, France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, the Czech Republic, Sweden, Australia, Hong Kong, Brazil, and several Caribbean nations. Oakley was a mentor to countless students during his 30 years as a teacher, and while an accomplished artist himself, he reveled in his students’ achievements as his greatest success. He celebrated life with a joy expressed through music and unparalleled enthusiasm and humor that did not diminish as he confronted cancer with resolute courage.

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Clear Vision When the conductor steps on the podium to conduct the musical ensemble, he or she has a clear vision of the final result. It is essential that the conductor be prepared not only with a clear vision of the final product, but also a plan on how to achieve the final result, along with an alternate plan or two if plan A is not working. Clarity in vision gives the conductor confidence to direct the ensemble and to make the needed corrections. The same principles apply in leading teams like committees, project teams, boards, or choir officers. Not every choir director has the ultimate power over some of these teams, however, there are opportunities for leading discussions and individual initiatives. Holding a clear vision and having the ability to articulate that vision sets the conductor apart as transformational leader. Many leaders in the church do not show up being prepared. Being a leader of influence requires that the leader be clear on the desired results. Definiteness of Purpose When beginning a rehearsal for a seasonal program (such as a major Christmas concert or service with music) requires that the director understand the end result and provide enough time to achieve excellence on the target date. Understanding the purpose allows a context not only for planning, but for the choir and instrumentalists to understand their commitment in making it happen. The context for a non-musical leadership situation is directly parallel to this. If the director creates a project team to support this special event, then defining the end result and the purpose of the team is essential for participant engagement. This kind of team can implement many action items related to a clearly stated goal. The purpose of the team, then is implementation. Define what that means. In the musical part of this project, the choir understands that they must learn the music. The team must understand what they are responsible for, such as: publicity, room set-up, concert attire coordination, visuals, sound, and lights, etc. Ask for what you need because you are likely to get it. If you don’t ask, certainly you will not get it!

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Clear Vision In last month’s Leadership Tools, I gave examples of dumb things directors say to choirs. Choir directors also do dumb things. When you hire the best oboe player for your orchestra, then you don’t tell them how to play the oboe. You direct the music and they perform. When activating non-musical teams, it is very important that the director not over function. If you over function, then participants will under function. Set the goal and then let the team define the action plan on how to get there. They do the work - you direct the process - you know how to do that, right? Your role is leader. Define their roles. If you want things done exactly your way, then do it yourself. Personal Influence When hearing the same piece of music performed in two settings with two different ensembles directed by two different directors, the results are not always the same. One was exciting. The other one was not. The difference was in the leadership. You influence others as leader, both in musical and non-musical settings. Be prepared, be on time, be professional, look professional, act professional, command the space by being authentic, genuine, and ethical. What they see is what you get, both musically and otherwise. The transformational leader influences others no by power of position, but with personal influence. Be a person of influence. You can influence people positively, negatively, or neutrally. It’s your choice. Modelling Being a person of influence requires that the leader set a standard. If you show up late, others will also. If you accept average, you will get average. If you ask for excellence, you shape the culture for excellence. Learn from leaders who are successful. Get a coach or mentor. Learn what’s essential about what makes them influential and then learn how to make that trait yours. Be authentic, and model excellence, ethics, pastoral care, and other traits that are important to you. You shape the culture by being who you are. Define your core values and your personal vision and mission statement. What do you bring to leadership that is uniquely you? Be clear, focused, authentic, and ethical. The only failure is the failure to learn from your own mistakes. You can read the entire article at http://cmag.ws/2y.

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plan a composer’s weekend invite a composer to your church

Have you ever thought of having the actual composer of one of the anthems you sing at your church? It’s not beyond the realm of possibility. Imagine having the composer there to teach their music and share the background that went into each piece. As a freelance composer, and a veteran of many composer weekends, I’m going to let you in on a little secret. A composer would love to spend time with you as you make music. What follows are eight simple steps that can make it happen. The process isn’t very difficult, and you can modify these steps to fit your own situation.

First Obviously, the first thing to do is to decide that you want to have a composer weekend. See how easy this is? TM

Second Select the composer you wish to have for your event. There are many from which to choose, and you can start by thinking about the ones whose music has resonated the best with your musicians and congregation. When I was growing up, we sang only “dead people’s music,” and a good portion of your repertoire may come from this source. The idea of a composer’s weekend, however, is to interact with a real live person who writes great music. Finding the composer you’d like to have for your weekend shouldn’t be too difficult. Most composers have a web site, so start with a google search. If you are unable to make a connection that way, check the composer’s publisher’s web site. Often

the publisher has a dedicated web page for each composer which may list contact information. If you are still having trouble, contact the publisher directly. They will be happy to make the connection for you.

Third Check calendars and call your selected composer to clear dates and times. Make sure the weekend you desire is far enough in advance to insure music arrival and have enough time for adequate rehearsal preparation in advance of the composer’s arrival (you don’t want the composer to be teaching notes). You’ll also want to plan in advance in order to do adequate publicity if you want to invite your professional colleagues, your congregation, and the general public to attend.

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Seventh Prepare a weekend rehearsal schedule. It is best to plan for either a Friday-Sunday event or a Saturday-Sunday event. Adjustments to either of the following model schedules, which assume that the primary ensemble is a choir: Bob Burroughs has had a significant influence on church music and church musicians over the course of his professional life. He cares deeply about the composerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s craft.

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Fifth Select the music you wish to do for the weekend. The composer can provide a variety of choices, upon your request. You may have a tune or two in your library that everyone loves â&#x20AC;&#x201C; use it! But add several new things, too. A program of 6 to 9 selections makes a good concert length. Let the composer know if you wish to use brass, winds, strings, or handbells so additional materials can be purchased or sent.

Sixth Most composer weekends have a â&#x20AC;&#x153;commissioned anthemâ&#x20AC;? written specifically for an ensemble in your music ministry. This is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;first performanceâ&#x20AC;? anthem, for instance, to be done by your choir. Decide upon texts, instrumentation, style, difficulty, use of congregation, and length. The composer usually retains the right to the music, which includes publishing it with the publisher of their choice. The published copies will contain the dedication to your ensemble.

What Think Ye? Essays for Twenty-First-Century Century Leaders, Pastors, and Church Musicians has short, to-the-point chapters dealing with important leadership issues for the twenty-first century. The book contains advice, â&#x20AC;&#x153;food for thought,â&#x20AC;? and mini leadership â&#x20AC;&#x153;shortcutsâ&#x20AC;? that will be of value to church and schoo musicians, pastors, church staff, and lay people who are involve leadership. The book is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;easyâ&#x20AC;? read, but will take some diges tion time to ponder the subject matter. It is also an excellent bo for colleges, universities, seminaries, and others that teach clas in Church Music Ministry.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The thinking, reflection, and distilled wisdom of church music champio Bob Burroughs comes from a lifetime of dedication to the high calling o music ministry and inspired leadership by the Author to the profession. has been at the heart of music ministry for decades, and writes from a position of informed theory and devoted practice. What Think Ye? is, at t same time, devotional and instructional reading. Bob offers us a peek in his heart, and to the heart of a successful music ministry.â&#x20AC;?

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Eighth Finally, after thinking through ample publicity, submitting newspaper articles, sending invitations to the event, do the work necessary to make sure the ensemble is ready for the first rehearsal with the composer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Readyâ&#x20AC;? means performance ready. As part of this process, let your musicians know that musical interpretation is a personal thing, and that the composer may have different ideas about how a piece might go. The object here is to let the composer inspire, challenge, and make music at the highest level with your group. Be especially careful that the instrumentalists have had adequate preparation as well. The end result should be great fun and inspiration for your musicians, your church, and your community. If you follow the steps above, you should have an event that will be talked about for a long time afterwards. fine 2012 | creatormagazine.com

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Since 1978, Creator has provided helpful information on music, ministry, worship, and leadership topics to help church musicians and worship leaders do ministry better. We’ve published topical listings of these articles, but never an author listing. We are in the process of making every article in this list available at creatormagazine.com. Adkins, Glen 8It’s All Greek to Me: Using Languages Other than English in the Evangelical Church

The “why’s” and “how to’s” of singing music in the original language, including a suggested repertoire list.

Allured, Donald E

Anderson, Jane

Handbell Festivals: What, Why, and How?

It’s Never Too Late

Taking your choir to a bell festival; what it means and why it helps the bell program.

Altizer, Jim Can I Play, Too?

8Mountaintop Experiences

Coping with mountaintop experiences, and the infrequency thereof.

Ailor, Jim The Impact of technology on Overseas Music Ministries

Using technological tools to spread the Gospel message.

Alford, Chris Hiring and Working with an Orchestra

Best practices when working with professional musicians.

Public Worship that Sings, Preaches, and Enacts God’s Story

Regarding Robert Webber’s Call to an Ancient Evangelical Future.

The Tail That Wags the Dog

Style is both the answer to and the reason for divided congregations.

What is Ancient-Future Worship?

An explanation of this worship style.

Allen, Nan The Calling

A short motivational article of encouragement.

Developing a handbell choir program for senior adults, including a specific list of do’s and don’ts.

Motivating a Successful Handbell Experience

The art of motivating bell ringers begins with a discovery of needs, desires, talents, interests and capabilities.

Finding a way to let the congregation “in” on worshiping.

Anderson, Roslyn W

A look at the parallels between marriage and the Christian life, particularly the natur and priority of worship.

Maximum Planning: Part 1 and 2

Worship: Religion or Relationship

Amerson, Steve

Philosophy and suggestions for scheduling music and worship, planning for effective rehearsal time, allowing the director to listen, etc.

Practical Tips for Soloists

Asimakoupoulous, Greg

The Church Soloist in an American Idol World

Blessed to be a Blessing

Six practical tips for vocal soloists.

There should be no room for vocal divas on the church platform.

What is the Solo Artist Status Today?

Where does the vocal soloist fit in contemporary worship?

Adler, Michael

– and their articles

Anderson, Christine BellTips: Easter and Lent Music

Suggestions for Easter and Lenten music for your handbell choir or bell soloist.

A look at the hymn text inspires the author.

8Fanny Crosby

A visit to Crosby’s grave inspires the author.

8Getting a Grip on Lay Leadership

Here’s how to promote strong lay leadership.

I’m Your Hymnal

A hymnal makes a great resource for one’s personal quiet time.

It’s More Than Just a Gospel Choir! A poem.

BellTips: Handbells in Worship

Larnelle Harris: Storyteller

BellTips: More Special Techniques

8Learning Their Language

BellTips: Music Selection Criteria

Martin Luther’s Contributions to Congregational Singing

Using bells for the prelude, call to worship, anthem, with other ensembles, at the children’s sermon, etc. Including such unusual techniques as paint-brush stroke, Ph.D, go-round, muted shake, etc. Choosing the right music for your handbell choir, including recommended titles.

8BellTips: Preparing the Score

The idiosyncracies of rehearsal preparation for the handbell choir.

BellTips: Re-Program Your Handbells

Forming a handbell quartet or other small ensemble.

BellTips: Special Techniques Summary

A guide to the unusual techniques occasionally employed in handbell music, such as the Shelly-thumb-damp, etc.

BellTips: ’Tis the Season

Ideas for where bell choirs could play during the Christmas season, and recommended repertoire.

8Handbells, Guiros & Other Instruments

Practically any instrument can be combined with handbells, including a list of repertoire.

Let the Children Ring

A detailed look at teaching young children to play handbells.

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Larnelle tells his story.

Five ways to discover the congregation for whom you plan worship: Be open, available, creative and amazed. A history of and the effects of Martin Luther’s contributions to congregational song.

8Poem: Preparation for Worship 8Poem: An Afternoon Prayer 8The Him (or Her) Behind the Hymn

As more churches are embracing Blended Worship, methods of congregational education become even more critical.

Babb, Rev Mark R The Leadership Program for Musicians Serving Smaller Congregations

A description of the LPM Certificate in Church Music program.

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Bacon, Boyd Basketball with Good Acoustics

Guidelines for acoustical consideration when building a new worship space.

Ballou, Hugh Conflict in the Choir Loft

Some specific situations with a number of possible responses.

Creating and Sustaining Healthy Teams on a Church Staff

Exploring reasons for conflict, ways to recognize potential conflict, and possibilities for leadership in these situations – includes 10 guidelines for healthy teams.

Designing “Killer” Publicity for Music Ministry

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Music Ministry and Choral Conducting

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader.

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Psalms, Poems, and Spiritual Reflections

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader.

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Sacred Architecture

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader..

Bender, Cortlandt A Litany for the dedication of New Choir Robes

Bower, Cindy

8How Did They Get It Up There?

Ten Ways to Show Appreciation to Music Ministry Volunteers

A sample litany for dedicating those new choir robes. The value of drop lines for installing enviornmental art in a worship space.

Providing energy and momentum for outreach ministry.

Bennett, Robert C Ballou, Mary Jane 8The Beauty of Unison Singing

Reasons why unison singing is a great teaching tool, and goal.

Barefoot, Sybil 8Children & Creativity

The energy and talents of children can be a valuable ministry. Includes helpful hints for children’s drama.

Barkley, Vada Lee How to Drive Your Choir Director Up the Wall

An abridged look at excellent techniques choir members have developed to provoke their directors into early retirement.

Baskerville, Dean Effectively Using Drums in Worship

A drummer looks at the problems facing drums in church.

Bastian, Robert W Does Method Matter in Congregational Singing?

No matter how the congregation is accompanied, nothing should detract from their offering of praise.

How Then Shall We Sing?

Why can’t Praise Choruses and Hymns co-exist? Does it really have to be all or nothing? Includes suggestions and cautions for using praise & worship music and hymns in worship.

Batchelder, Lance 8How to Buy a New Keyboard Instrument for Your Church

Helps for making a good decision when buying a keyboard.

Beck, John Ness Publishers and Editors: Idiots or Ogres?

Prolific writer Beck tells new composers why manuscripts are so often rejected, and gives hints to help the “first look.”

Bell, Wishart 8Music and Prayer

The author explains how music is his prayer.

Music for the Lord’s Supper

Organist Bennett looks at several creative ways the organ can enhance a service of communion.

Benz, David 8The Beauty of Singing

A concise guide to the fundamentals of good singing including tone, phrasing, dynamics and beauty.

A Called Choir: Playing for Keeps

Reasoning for why the church choir should no longer be looked down upon as “just another church choir.”

Bish, Diane The Church Concert Series

Several reasons detailed for why a church can and should offer its own concert series.

Black, Jim Addressing the Copyright Law

A simple Q&A about copyright do’s and don’ts.

Blackmon, Jonathan Lessons From the Ranch

Perhaps churches should rewrite music ministry job descriptions with the shepherd or cattleman in mind.

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader. Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader.

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Church Growth and Outreach

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader.

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Icons, Symbols, and Banners

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader.

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Lent and Easter

Valuable books for the church musician and worship leader.

Effectively using parents to expand the effectiveness of a graded choir program.

Bradley, C Randall Making It Plain

Teaching the concepts of Lent and Easter throughts children’s choir program.

8Keeping Your Eyes on the Big Picture

Brattison, David WT What is Traditional Anyway?

An investigation into the meaning of traditional.

Brensinger, David B Involving the Members in Smooth Choir Operation

A look at choir officers and how each can provide assistance to the director and add depth to choir commitment.

Brisco, Alan E 8Keep Your Fish in the Water

Four keys to managing change in ministry.

Brown, Ada Milenkovic A Poem: He Will Give It Tomorrow

A mix-up on the Sunday bulletin works out wonderfully.

8Orchestrations for the Volunteer Church Orchestra

8Dramatizing Mendelssohn’s Elijah

Bock, Fred

Bryce, Michael E

Finding music appropriate for the orchestra to accompany the choir.

Add drama to a classis oratorio without detracting from the integrity of the music.

Presenting a Christmas Children’s Musical

All of the People, All of the Time

8All God’s Children...Got [Organ] Shoes

Wandering from Worship: The Christian and Music

Bock, Stephen

Bull, Connie

8So You’ve Made a Recording...

8Blexting: Discovering Cyber-Christlikeness

Some considerations when presenting a children’s musical during a very busy season. Hilarity just for organists and their supporters.

License and royalty paperwork are needed to sell your recording.

The Next Level of Preparation

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Choir Devotionals and Singing Technique

Using Support Guilds in Children’s Choirs

Brown, Gerald

Borror, Gordon

A Church Musician’s Bookshelf: Art and Theology

Boyter, Mabel Stewart

Blount, Ronald M

8Baby Boomers, Paradigms & Worship Music

Bender, Annette

Encouragement rekindles the spirit of volunteers.

How to delegate for success.

Bird, Dan

Bellus, Patty Bellus argues for music selection which takes into account the identity of the congregation.

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Guiding the young church musician to the best path of eucation to fulfill their calling to music ministry.

An evaluation process for checking to see if worship is remaining relevant. A look at two profound reasons why we truly do not worship God: the sins of idolatry and slothfulness.

An explanation of how blexting is the acting of texting someone a blessing.

Burdeshaw, Ray and Jane Rhythm Activities for Children

Rhythmic training must be a major part of any graded choir program; here are specific activities to teach skills.

8The Questions of Worship

Nurturing Musical Experiences at Home

Process Is Your Most Important Product

Burkhardt, Michael

Five ideas of how worship connects people to God, including “How to help our people truly align their wills with God’s.” Making sure musical preparation includes personal and spiritual preparedness. Change is a concept feared by churches and music ministries; Borror honestly approaches it with excitement & success.

Bourne, James R CommYOUnity

How to be a more effective voice in the community.

12 suggestions for making family time music time as well.

Children Can Worship

“Too often viewed as unable, unqualified and unskilled, potential worshippers of all ages need a chance.”

Burroughs, Bob 40 Things Every Choir Member Should Know A motivaltional list.

A Choir Member’s Bill of Rights

What a choir member has the right to expect from their director.

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Children’s Choirs for the 21st Century

The author makes the point that Children’s choir programs are not only necessary for children, but also for the longterm success of the adult choir program.

Energy and Committees

Excerpts from his helpful and humorous book, An ABC Primer for Church Musicians.

God’s Singers

In celebration of the church choir.

Gospel Music: Is There Such A Thing?

Redefining gospel music, style, age, and denomination.

8How to Plan a Composer’s Weekend

How a church can enjoy the firsthand experience of meeting and learning from a church music composer.

Liturgy – All Churches Have One

Why your church has one, even if you don’t think it does.

Music Search on a Small Budget

Practical suggestions for how to stretch a small budget without copying music.

Spotlight on Ministry Interviews Doug Albertson Christine Anderson Todd Bell Wendell Boertje Kay Broughton Clay Campbell Pepper Choplin Carol Cymbala David Davidson Stan DeWitt Douglas Dunsmore Tom Fettke Don Fugate Ward Gailey Martha Garman Helen Kemp George Kent Hart Morris Camp Kirkland Tom Kraeuter David Leestma Margaret Marcuson Tim Mayfield Tony McNeill Rick Muchow Paul Salamunovich Dan Stokes Mark Thallander Al Travis Nan Beth Walton Robert Webber Dennis Worley Lewis Worthington

The Aspiring Soloist

Being a vocal soloist is not an easy road to pursue. Here are several tips for the aspiring soloist.

8The Composer’s Top 10

Ever wonder what your favorite composer likes the best? Here’s their own “Top Ten” list....with commentary.

8The Choir Director’s Top 10

Fifteen music directors share their top 10 anthems.

There is Nothing Like It!

Being in a choir is fulfilling...with four responsibilities for choir members and five for choir directors.

8Underqualified and Overwhelmed?

Survival Skills for getting the most out of attending a reading session.

Whatever Happened to Dignity in Worship?

Why dignity is something of importance in worship.

Worship Preferences

The case for using new terminology when talking about worship.

You’ve Got Mail!

A look at how email can benefit your ministry. Plus, a look at how Monday Morning Email can specifically do so.

Butler, Jo Ann Criteria for Selecting Children’s Repertoire

Butler shares her honed criteria for the artful chore of selecting repertoire, including a summary chart.

I’d Rather Do It Myself: Part 1 -4

Developing a system for using volunteers to improve children’s choir efficiency. How to enlist and train children’s choir volunteer helpers. Putting the volunteer organization into action and keeping it going. How to bridge the gap between the end of a choir year and the new Fall program.

Tradition: It Can Help Your Children’s Choir

Suggestions for building tradition in your program, and effects the kind of tradition you build will have through the years.

Using the cartwheeling approach to worship planning is a great tool.

Byrd, William 8Singing is so Good a Thing...

Famous reasons “set down by the author.”

Cabaniss, Mark An “Exchange” Program with a Sum of Success

Clem, Kelly The Children’s Bulletin: A Rewarding Concept

Designing it so it will teach, explain, and entertain them during the adult worship service; many specific ideas.

Clemmons, Robert A Avoid Ministry Ruts

Ideas to keep the director and choir from boredom.

Fund Raising: A Necessary Evil

Ways to turn a task into a fun experience; and making it more successful too.

Combining resources with other churches so every choir can participate in a rewarding musical experience.

On Good Management

Because “drama comes in all shapes and sizes,” Cabaniss offers suggestions for using it in the small church.

Prison Concerts: Are They Worth It?

Drama in the Small Church

Caldwell, Sue From the Instrumentalists’ Perspective

Considerations a director should take when working with instrumentalists.

Capps, Dr Verl L The History, Development & Design of Choir Robes

Considered to be one of the “fathers” of the present day choir robe, Capps shares knowledgable insights.

Carmichael, Ralph You are Never Too Old to Be Young

Carmichael highlights two words: gratitude and passion.

Carr, Vicki Our Choir Rehearsals are Worship Services A first person account of how this happens.

A staff-relationship and personal improvement article, giving lots of ideas for changing self-image. Ways these concerts can become invaluable for a variety of participants.

The Choir Historian

A new choir “officer” that adds years of enjoyment to the choir program.

The Choir Retreat: Learning by “Getting Away”

How to organize, plan and execute a successful choir retreat.

The Development of a Choir Newspaper

Many suggestions for making a choir newsletter more useful and practical.

The Nuts and Bolts of Choir Machinery

Choir officers, their positions, and how they function to improve choir unity.

Those Wonderful Choir “Rules”

A humorous dive into organizational parameters.

Coffey, Jacquelyn A Banner Ministry

A very specific how-to article on the why and the making of sanctuary banners, including an extensive resource list.

Colla, Richard J

Carroll, Jon

8What a Director Needs from Singers/What a

8The First Time

Singers have needs from a director, and vice versa.

Carroll humorously details his first vocal solo experience.

Causey, C Harry Choir Rehearsal Pick-Me-Ups

Little things to do to break rehearsal routine.

Creatively Celebrating the Lord’s Supper

Some wonderfully creative ways to add variety to the Lord’s table; lots of specifics.

8Preparation

Singer Needs from a Director

Collins, Craig D 8Keep Them Excited

Tips and techniques to keep your choir members coming back to rehearsals.

Cook, Patricia

God’s Word repeatedly teaches that one of our responsibilities is preparation.

Liturgical Dance: The Symbolic Importance: Part 1-2

Effectively using the worship folder (bulletin) to assist the worshipper.

Sacred Book, Sacred People, Sacred Dance

The Bulletin As a Tool for Worship

8The Role of the Choir

Some significant reasons for adding liturgical dance to the music program. An examination of liturgical dance in worship.

The choir’s role is to be out front.

Coolidge, David L

A reflection on Elvis and church music.

Handbells in Music Ministry

The Seventh Day

Worship Planning Through a Worship Team

When several people plan worship together; some ideas to help make it work better.

Your Adult Choir as a Family

Ideas for building choir community.

Cherry, Connie Tell It Like It Is: Wrongly Called “Special Music”

A look at the use of solos and ensembles in worship and what can be done to avoid the “special music” label.

The Proper use of Praise Choruses in Worship

A look at revelation and response as expressed through the congregation’s song.

An inspirational overview, including fund-raising, organization, worship uses and program development.

Coolidge, Shirley King The Service Organist

A look beyond performer to that of worship assistant, dealing with the elements which encourage and hamper worship.

Copeland, Philip Fighting Irrelevancy

Using technological tools to stay relevant.

8Convergence Worship–A Matter of Community

Convergence worship enables worship in true Christian community better than any other style.

8Worship Discipleship

Worship discipleship is is a time-honored goal, and a current need. Here’s how to incorporate it.

Conrad, Rita Carillons: Heaven’s Grand Pianos

An introduction to carillons and their role in the church.

Clampitt, Pamela

Cornell, Garry A

Children: Curriculum & Resource Ideas

8Can My Composition Be Published?

Practical suggestions for music and resources.

Byerly, Jim

Clawson, Michael

Christmas in April: Reflections on Matthew 2 and Worship

8Determining Quality in Sacred Solo Literature

The Christmas story presents us with a real biblical patter for worship.

Planning with Joy!

Examining the text, music, accompaniment, marriage of text to music, liturgical function, and more.

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A publisher gives honest suggestions for preparing and selling manuscript.

Cotton, John Hymns for All Occasions

A humorous look at the right hymn for a power outage, being lost on vacation, etc.

Covington, Mitchell

DeLand, Claire

8Yes, You Can...Host a Choir Festival

The Bishop Called...and your pastor is moving!

Curry, Craig

Dennis, Randall

8The Future Church Pianist

8Sounds of the Times

Here’s how to have a choir festival at your church.

What’s in store for the keyboard player?

Curtis, Rev. Greg 8Revising the Worship Playbook

An alternative strategy for the worship wars.

Dealing with a pastoral change.

A call to find quiet in the midst of noisy, technology-filled days.

DeWitt, Stan with Susan Moore Breath as Spirit

Inhalation and exhalation as living and dying.

Danner, Ruth McHenry

Dietz, Bernice

8Reaching Out with Bells

Why Music?

(Mar/Apr 04, Page 5) Danner, Ruth McHaney Hints on how handbells can be used in ways beyond the tradiitonal worship service.

Daugherty, Marcia Developing Expressiveness for Bells

Fiftenn practical suggestions for increased musicality, especially by using dynamics.

On a Personal Level

A call to personal worship, not just weekly corporate worship. Practical suggestions offered.

Surviving the Butterflies

Perspective and strategies for dealing with nervousness when presenting music as a soloist.

Editorial: The Little Church That Could

“The small church, with all of its unique strengths and weaknesses, must still challenge itself to minister....”

Davidson, David A Fresh Idea: Community Handbell Ensembles

How a community group, made up of the best players in town, can model the technical possibilities of handbell ringing.

Interview: Cynthia Dobrinski

A rethinking of music, and why it is so important to the church and to worship.

Doughty, Nancy Choir Tours Are a Wonderful Blessing

A first person account of why choir tours impact lives.

Douty, Lavonne The Special Art of Handling Choir Growth

Some creative ways for growth of the adult choir and suggestions for keeping new recruits excited.

Doyle, Marilyn H 8Celebration with Our Eyes

Bringing faith to life through the arts, especially how it translates into visuals in the sanctuary.

Duba, Arlo 8Tell Me the Story of Jesus: Part 1

The first in a series of articles about using the lectionary in worship, based upon the role of time in our lives.

David Davidson interviews Cynthia Dobrinski, sharing her perspectives on performance technique and repertoire.

8Tell Me the Story of Jesus: Part 2

Thoughts about why more time needs to be spent in rehearsal preparation and score study.

8Tell Me the Story of Jesus: Part 3

Musicianship and the Handbell Ensemble

Organization: An Enabler of Effective Ministry

Ideas for choir bylaws, officers, and rules/regulations.

A discussion of the seasons around the Christmas season: Advent, Christmas and Epiphany. Duba honestly deals with the treasures and the dangers of observing the season of Lent.

The Art of Handbell Ringing

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8The Implementation of a Music Ministry Philosophy

8Tell Me the Story of Jesus: Part 5

How teaching meticulous technique will turn ringers into true music-makers. A periodic reshaping of our motivational scheme can provide the drive for a rejuvinated and revitalized ministry.

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Looking at the church year and especially the celebrations of Easter and Pentecost. A justification of using the lectionary (continuous reading of the Bible from beginning to end) in worship.

8The Psalms: God’s Word in Worship

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A look at psalm singing and how it will creatively fit into any style worship service.

8Keyboard Ministry: Preparing Others to Sit on the Bench

Here’s how to start filling the keyboard musician pipeline to ensure your church will have future keyboard musicians.

Davis, Paul ’Round the Table Carol Sing

A unique approach to a casual Christmas social event.

Duncan, Edwin J Getting Your Bellchoir Off Dead Center

An article full of how-to ideas for any handbell choir, even though written specifically for youth age groups.

Koinonia: The Goal of a Handbell Retreat

Specific ideas for making a bell retreat a long-lasting success.

Dawn, Marva

Dunn, Steve

8Worship for Postmodern Times

8Working with Instrumentalists: What Every Minister

An excerpt from Dawn’s book “A Royal Waste of Time.”

Worship is Not a Matter of Taste

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of Music Needs to Know

Here’s how to start and build an instrumental music ministry.

An excerpt from Dawn’s book “A Royal Waste of Time.”

8The Art of the Chef or Conducting the Symphony: In Praise of Authority

An excerpt from Dawn’s book “A Royal Waste of Time.”

Deakins, Mark Working Relationships

The do’s and don’ts for the Senior Pastor and Music Director.

Deal, Susan The Call to Women in Music Ministry

One person’s journey in response to “The Call.”

Dunn, Wallace M Improving the Skills of the Service Organist

A brief overview of concerns facing the church organaist, including several examples for further study.

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Edwards, Chadwick J Family Portraits: A Living History

A list of anthems which could serve as a guide to keeping church music traditions alive.

Edwards, James L Choirs That Lead: A Pastor’s Perspective

Finding common ground in understanding the role of choir, the role of pastor in worship and ministry.

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Ensman, Jr, Richard G

Funderburke, Duane

Where Have All the Youth Choirs Gone?

First Time on a Committee

8The Accompanist as Collaborator: Bringing Out

Some suggestions for enticing youth to come back to the choir program.

Edwards, Randy Setting Youth Choirs Upon the Rock...

The only ministry doable with teen agers is the one we can dream.

Youth Choir Secrets of Success

Q & A with 14 successful youth choir directors.

Guidelines for effective committee service.

Here’s how to collaborate effectively from the keyboard.

Ferguson, John Congregational Song: A Time for Participation

The power of hymn singing, and finding creative ways to make hymns come alive.

The Hymn Festival

Some terrific and creative ideas as well as the basics for planning a hymn festival.

8We Can Learn a Lot from Choir Members

Eernisse, Glenn 8Planning a Well-Rounded Rehearsal

Maximizing the rehearsal time, through planning, pacing and balance.

8Using Instruments to Enhance Worship

Five questions to ask, preparations to take, and resources to implement or expand the role of instruments in worship.

8Worship Planning: What Is the Foundation

Eernisse argues for a theological foundation for worship rather than a stylistic one.

Testimony of a choir member who went “above and beyond.”

Fettke, Tom The Choral Arts

Tom Fettke explains why he is passionate about the choral arts.

Finkel, Lisa 8Let All the People Praise Him

When the congregation is your choir.

Eichorn, William J From Directing Music to Music Ministry–Preparing for the Church of the 21st Century, part 1 and 2

the author’s experience in Doctor of Worship studies at the Institute for Worship Studies.

Fisher, David D Acoustical Design in Church Architecture

An introduction to the marriage of technical and asthrtic concerns in the building/remodeling of churches.

Ellis, Larry D

Fontaine, Susan

Liturgy is the Dialogue of Christian Worship

Church Music and the Copyright Law

An examination of the coporate invocation prayer and payers of confession and supplication in corporate worship.

Ellis, Rod E 8A Call to Redeemed Creativity

Ellis issues a challenge for the church to be faithful to its creative image.

Are They Really Singing?

Our choice of music must be excellent and enabling.

Both, and... not Either or...

An overview authored by the copyright administrator for Integrity Music, Inc.

Fontana, Don G Appearance: Crucial and Critical

A call for a little spruce-up for the typical church music director.

8Cross-Over Communication

Is “doing the right thing” confining or freeing?

Heart Tenderizer

Becoming more sensitive through prayer. Learning the tools of good choir relationships, maximizing love throughout.

I Know What I Like...

It is their church, our language, our corporate sacrifice, and their worship vocabulary.

In Your Face

Is louder, faster, higher, better?

8Youth Choir: A Tour-Planning Checklist

A helpful timeline to ensure your tour is successful.

8Most Unique Hymntune Stories

The backgrounds of ten tunes for familiar hymns.

Nevermind...His

Look to Paul for guidance in choosing a direction for ministry.

Rejected or Redeemed?

Three reasons to look for reedemption, not rejection in musical content.

Support your local church family

Remember the sacrifice of Jesus when you need to make tough decisions about program.

The Danger of Worship Renewal

The love of worship can replace the love for worshiping God.

8The Many Shades of Worship

A broad view of worship including practical suggestions for “painting a complete picture” of Christ.

8Worship’s Dirty Words

How things like praise chorus, dance, liturgy, and the Christian year relate to worship and the church.

Yours, Mine, and Ours

A call to remember, when arriving at a new position, whose church it is.

An indepth look at the choral reperoire selection process.

What My Choir Members Should Expect from Me

A director shares his perspectives on director expectations.

Who Sets the “Tempo” of Music Ministry?

The direction for music ministry comes from all the key players in a united spirit, including pastor, organist, director.

Fortunato, Connie Training Young Musicians

Beyond singing in worship, a philosophy of music education in the church.

Fox, Anne A True Community Bellchoir

Ideas and suggestions for developing a community handbell choir.

A Small Town Advent Celebration

How one smaller church used banners, thematic worship, and other advent symbols to highlight the season.

Solitude and Song

The author finds attending a monastic retreat house an uplifting experience.

Garrett, Luke God’s Call – Listen Carefully

Who is calling you to be in concert ministry – you or the Lord?

Gawthrop, Dan 8A Composer Speaks

Gawthrop on writing for choir and orchestra.

Gee, Edward Adult Choir Favorites Concert

A creative end of the choir season concert idea.

The Choir Processional

Why a processional is appropriate and some creative ideas for making it more useful and exciting.

The Practice of Observing Lent

A practical probe, including specific ideas every church can adopt, regardless of Lenten heritage.

Gentry, John Technology and the Church Musician

Using technology to improve your ministry.

Saving receipts when attending conferences and festivals can reduce your taxes. Here’s how.

Getty, Keith The Value of Collaboration

Keith Getty explains why the body of Christ functions best when it works in a collaborative effort.

Gittins, Sherri 8Is “Our Best” Our Best?

One of three church musicians offer perspectives of musicianship, commitment and “family.”

Gladstone, David Using the Back Door

Using humor to encourage attendance.

Graham, Wayne

Freeman, Creed & Joann Malta

8Presentation Production Values

The Care and Maintenance of Handbells

8Promoting and Publicizing a Major Presentation

Schulmerich and Malmark representatives, Creed Freeman and Joann Malta, offer suggestions for handbell care.

Freiman, Ruth “Bravo,” An Outstanding Handbell Performance

Frieman includes the insights of 8 handbell directors in a discussion of what makes the performance outstanding.

I’m Lost, Now What?

Creative ways to help ringers find their place when lost.

Fugate, Don Musical Christmas Gift to the City

An outreach ministry that takes advantage of the Christmas spirit.

Garner, Steve

Going Somewhere? Save Your Receipts–Your Trip may be Deductible

8Repertoire: Select, Prepare, Present: Part 1, 2, & 3

A call for balance throughout the music ministry program.

Three myths about contemporary worship.

A detailed look at the choir rehearsal, including the setting and the content, a checklist is also included.

If we only moderately feel the pain of Christ on the cross, we won’t know how deeply our love for God resides within us.

Free to be Free

The Myths of Contemporary Worship

Gerritson, J

Maximizing the Rehearsal Minute

...for balanced music ministries

Gabrielse, Ken

Making hymn and anthem texts relevent, selecting music that “speaks,” and outreach ministries for the music ministry.

Eleven “both, and...’s” and their scriptural basis.

Feeling: As Pastor, As Musician, As Christian

the Best in Others

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Here’s how to ensure the success of your pageant. Here’s how to use publicity to maximize the attendance at your pageant.

Granum, Tom W Multi-Generational Repertoire: Anthems, etc.

Suggested repertoire for multiple choirs, responsorial music, adaptable via solo or unison sections, etc.

Greenwell, Linda Summer Music Camp: An Inreach with Outreach

An overview and practical suggestions for offering a week of church music for children in the church and community.

Creating A New Tradition

Some basic ideas for exploring an expanded musical/ drama program for Christmas.

Griffey, Dash

Hawn, C Michael

Church Bulletin Design

Music for and by Children

“Get on the Stick”

Children’s Choirs: A Means or an End?

The Choir Processional: A Travesty or Complement

Making the Uncertain Singer Certain

Wake Up, Mr. Soundman

The Orff Approach: Problems & Possibilities

Rehearsal Notes: A Weekly Choir Communicator

The Pre-Schooler in Church Music

Singers Participate Best When...

Why a worship bulletin, incorporating professional touches, some technical ideas, effective elements to include. Expectations that make a choir successful, including challenge, humor, opportunity, rehearsal, etc. A processional can lead a congregation into worship; here are suggestions of how to creatively do that. A humorous call for the attention of the sound operator.

Youth Musicals: Ministry, Outreach, Education

Why and how to plan, program, and prepare a youth musical.

Guenther, Eileen True Confessions of a Musician...and of a Pastor

What musicians and clergy really think about each other... and themselves.

Hawn explores the Orff learning process and philosophy, and includes an extensive listing of Orff resources.

Confidence is a by-product of knowledge and understanding. Here are suggestions for giving them to the choir. Helping to share Orff’s overall philosophies of teaching, looking at specific problems that the Orff style can help. Master technician Hawn explores such ideas as melody, priorities, literature, and balancing concepts with skills.

Hayes, Mark

Resources for Children’s Musicians

Harrell, Glenn 8Environmental Considerations for Worship Centers

Suggestions for evaluating the appropriate acoustical properties of worship space.

8Helps for the Active Singer

Tips, Definitions, Scriptural motivation, and Q&A for the singer.

8One Body...With Many Songs

A contextual definition of Psalms, Hymns, or Spiritual Songs.

Motivation Through a Lessening of Expectation

Entertainment, church growth and their appropriate relationship to worship.

Seeing Is Believing

How our faces impact our music communication

8The Anticipation Zone

How to mix personal taste, singers’ taste, and church’s taste to provide a remarkable worship experience each week.

8The Necessity of Corporate Worship

A look at what God’s will is including “To Meet with God,” “To Meet with His Word,” and “To Meet with His People.”

The Power of Appetite

Our worship appetites may be unhealthy.

Harris, Larnelle Sound Those Trumpets!

Count the cost of concert events last. Instead be about the business of making a joyful noise.

Nine Characteristics of a Winning Choir Team

Nine brief paragraphs identifying a winning choir member. A weekly choir handout can have extreme value, and bring efficiency to the rehearsal at the same time. Sixteen valuable statements in a brief chart.

The Art of Effective Delegation

“Delegation can be the music minister’s ticket to exploring new territory and to developing... leadership skills.”

The Dynamics of the Director-Accompanist Team

Suggestions for both the director and the accompanist which can help them work together more effectively.

Hickman, Floyd A Program for Introducing Historical Music

Introducing the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods to churches devoid of such.

Resources for children’s musicians on the web.

8Time, Friend or Foe

Time management philosophy and suggestions.

Practical understanding and guidelines to deal with the stress of criticism.

The adult choir must learn how to care for each other and enjoy each other, making singing excellence more reachable.

A composer explains his style.

8Artwork Comes Alive for a Easter Pageant

8Dealing with Criticism: A family Systems Approach

Resolutions for the person in the pew.

“By this shall all men know...”

Style of Composing – Here’s Mine – What’s Yours?

Henderson, Allen

Haney, Doug

Ground rules of the selection process for choral music.

8A Personal Manifesto for Congregational Singing

A look at how our children’s choir programs can serve to alleviate rather than add to the stress of children.

Halverson, David L Halverson’s church presents annual pageants using life-size re-creations of classic artwork using actors.

A Perspective on Choir Repertoire

Trading the Podium for the Pew A director changes positions.

Herman, Paul CCLI’s New Church Rehearsal License

How CCLI proves legal permission for rehearsal copies.

Hicks, Roger W 8An 18th Century Song for 21st Century Ministry

A look at “Jesus, thou sould of all our joys” by Charles Wesley.

A Summer Change-of-Pace

Practical suggestions to alleviate the struggle of keeping interest and attendance up throughout the summer.

Entertainment in Christian Music

Hewell, Rob

A frank discussion about “entertainment,” and its role, if any, in the church.

Any Church Can, Regardless of Size

Music is one area where size only need relate to numbers, not quality.

The Master’s College

Music Equipping for

e x c e l le n c e

A journey of musical, spiritual and academic growth

12 Undergraduate Degree Programs Concert Series Open to the Public

Harter, Steve 8A Look at the New Year

Harter shares two documents, “Choir Guidelines and Information” and “Officers of the Choir.”

Harvey, Stephen A Celebrating an Elizabethan Christmas

An introduction to and basic planning guide for a madrigal dinner program.

Hastings, David R 8Contemporary Worship: To Be or Not to Be.

Worship which is appropriately dramatic should use a “script” understandable by its “actors.”

Hatcher, William 8The Place of Music in Worship

The author puts into perspective the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of the church musician and worship leader over the past 25 years.

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8Faddist or Museum Curator?

A description of music ministries which seem to be extreme.

Involving the Non-Musician in Music Ministry

A specific look at how to use nonmusical volunteers to streamline your music ministry.

Is Our “Audience” Big Enough?

Why performance quality is often related to congregational size, rather than the size of the ideal audience (God).

Never Should We “Just Sing”

A brief Biblical perspective on “why” we sing.

The Choir Folder: A Book of Practical Christianity

Suggestions for what can be included in choir folders in addition to upcoming anthems.

Hill, Kathy Keep Kids with Worship Arts and Music

It is more important than ever to look at broadening children’s programs to include a variety of worship arts.

Hill, Louise Choosing Music for a Small Choir

Identifying music to make the most of a group’s potential while minimizing their limitations.

Hill, Paul 8Matthew 6:25-34: A Choir Paraphrase

A humorous, yet touching look at what is important in choir ministry.

I’ve Got Rhythm...I’ve Got Music

Part 2 of a musical literacy program for choir members... with a focus upon rhythm – includes a link to a musical literacy test.

Teach Them to Read!: The Benefits of Music Literacy in the Church Choir A musical literacy program for choir members.

Hilts, Elda 8Getting in Touch with Touch Teams

(Sep/Oct 82, Page 17) (Jul/Aug 06, Page 19) Hilts, Elda A great way to keep choir members looking out for each other’s personal needs.

Hughes, Carlton

Johnson, Terre

Classical Music Lurking Behind Our Hymns

Balance in Music Selection

A survey of several hymns based on classical music, including “Joyful, Joyful...” and “O Sacred Head....”

Hunnicutt, Judy 8A Service of Lessons and Music for Easter

A series of specific and creative ideas for the Easter season and services.

Children’s Choir Curriculum

Judy scrutinizes several specific curricula.

Children’s Choir Festivals: Another Way

A simple way to add motivation, enlightenment, encourage excellence & discovery to the children’s choir program.

It’s Christmas Around the World

Using the season of Christmas for teaching the music and customs of other cultures and ethnic groups.

Reaching Beyond the Singing Choirs

Johnston, Frances 8An Organist Prepares: Music for More Meaningful Worship

Connecting and communicating through “relevant” preludes and postludes.

Jones, Eileen 8Church Music Education: It Meets the Need

The importance & technique of building an interesting, long-term music teaching program in the church.

Involving children in instrumental music, with examples using recorders, handbells and percussion.

Jones, Judie

Many creative suggestions for making children’s choir more fun for children and director alike, including loads of examples.

Impetus and Overdrive

Sing Me a Story

Hustad, Donald Paul Mentoring in Church Music

Advice from a seasoned mentor as well as some history of how mentoring began.

Huttenlocker, Keith Survival Tactics

Maintaining emotional health; knowing when to retreat and rebuild, and how to do it.

Action or Reaction

A short, settling article to calm the pace of music ministry. How to avoid the chuckholes which knock down our impetus and take us out of overdrive.

Succeeding as a Woman in Music Ministry: Part 1-2 Jones gives helpful tips.

Kaiser, Kurt Staying Fresh for the Long Term

Composers can learn by listening.

Kastner, Michael 8Stumble Recovery for Solo/Ensemble Ringers Tips and tricks to make sure the show goes on.

Ivey, Robert More Than Ringing Your Own Bell

A look at musicality in handbell performance.

Doing Too Much for the Bellchoir

Suggestions for giving ringers room to do well and get better at the same time.

Kauffman, Matthew P Planning a Multi-Church Choral Festival

An event that pulls regional churches together accomplishes something few could enjoy by themselves.

Kealy, Paul E

Hitt, Gwen Keys

Jeffers, Connie

Career Juggling

An Enthusiastic Handbell Speaks

8Virtual Bulletin

Hobbs, George

Jennings, Carolyn

Keithahn, Mary Nelson

Is Blended Bland?

Why Are You Walking Away?

Time saving tips especially for the bivocational music director.

Hobbs argues against the “cafeteria” or “one-size-fits-all” approach to worship design, and for including the best of any specific congregation’s efforts.

Hood, Heather A Descants: Seasoning Your Hymn-Singing

A how-to article for determining the need for and writing your own hymn descants, including many examples.

Handbell Notation: Can I Write for Bells?

Basics of how to write custom handbell music for your church’s unique applications.

Teaching Diction to Children

Some excellent suggestions for helping the children’s choir to articulate for better understanding.

Horton, Wallace Open Doors, Open Minds

“Thinking big,” remaining open to style and approach are key to reaching the unchurched. Here’s how.

Hovey, Nona Healing that Transforms our Ministry

A series of “quiet time” questions to help heal and transform a person’s ministry.

A clever observation of a rehearsal from the handbell’s perspective.

A survey of the types of language used in church which may scare away the unchurched, and ideas to alter it.

Jeske, Bill The Church Orchestra

A how-to approach to beginning an in-house church orchestra.

Jessup, Nancy The Great Handbell Challenge: Musicality

Taking handbells far beyond the right notes, rhythms, and ringing together; a call to add dynamics and some ideas to do it.

Is Your Church “Bulletin Bored”?

Making the most of the bulletin, its appearance and content.

Musical Transitions in Blended Worship Medleys Here’s how to get there from here.

Children: Concepts & Content

Group worship study as a part of a week-long MusiCamp, one suggestion for each day of the week.

Musical Dramas in the Family of God

Three multi-generational approaches to using drama in the church, including suggestions for getting started.

Kehlmeier, Carol The Taste of Wine

The author explores the meaning of the Lord’s Supper.

Kelly, Carol Using Handbells in Today’s Church

Handbells can be a part of today’s worship.

Keown, Tommy

Affect or Effect: The Role of the Choir

Basic Strategies for Music Ministry

The Church’s Changing Voice

King, Charles

Fully understanding the role of the choir in worship, especially as the role relates to Bibical directives. Assisting boys through their voice change in the unique circumstances of the church’s children’s or youth choir.

Understanding Your “Head Voice”

Suggestions for each of the voice parts on how to use their own falsetto. Another way of organizing the choir, including job breakdowns for each choir officer.

Johnson, Mark D Come Blow Your Horn

Huggins, Richard

How to use a projection system for more than just showing the words to congregational singing in worship.

Jewett, Dannis A

Using Structure to Achieve Organization

Huff, R G

Suggestions for the contemporary church musician who is looking for legitimate musical expressions and opportunities.

Guidelines for using a special event designed for instrumentalists not presently involved in the music program.

8The ABC’s of a Successful Orchestra Ministry

Physical characteristics, leadership, enlighting players, getting ready to play, keeping it going, etc.

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How to develop music ministry in the small church.

The Creativity, Beauty and Craft

Using these three criteria to select repertoire.

Kirby, Steve Instruments 4 Worship

A philosophy of instrumental music ministry.

Technology in Today’s Church Instrumental Program A snapshot of technological tools for your ministry.

Kirkland, Camp 8Organizing a Church Orchestra Program

One of the pioneers in church orchestras sheds light on this growing ministry and how any church can begin the process.

Kirkland, Terry

Lawson, Mark

Lucas, Jim

Vowels and Consonants

Palm Sunday

8Creating a Community Christmas Orchestra

Communicating the basics of diction to children.

A closer look at the Sunday of Passion.

Inviting community based players might be just the ticket.

Five Steps to Worship Renewal

Kraeuter, Tom

Lawton, Stephen D

Understanding Worship at Its Core

8Taste Wars – and How to End Them

Helps to recognize and experience true worship.

Kreuzer, Richard G The Fellowship Family

Building community in the church and in the church choir.

Kroeker, Sally Building a Children’s Music Program from Scratch

The basics of beginning a children choir program; prepare, practice and perform.

Kurth, William R Orff Instruments: Part 1

An introduction into the incorporation of these unique instruments into the children’s choir program.

Lacher, Nancy Developing a Puppet Ministry Team

Practical suggestions from preparing puppets and puppeteer, to finding scripts and music.

Lammons, Barbara Sing On, O Christmas Tree!

A brief overview of the Singing Christmas Tree program.

Larson, Larry 8Audio for Video

Techniques and guidelines for capturing audio sound (particularly during large scale productions) for video projects.

Larson, Lloyd

Taste wars have been raging for a long time in worship. Celebrate the differences that God has given us.

Leaf, Suzanne and Chris Ziegler 8Two Minute Drill for Attention Grabbing Handbells

Here’s a different , easy way to use handbells even if you are not a skilled director.

Leestma, David A Church Training Center for the Performing Arts

The basics of writing brass from one of the best. Using brass creatively in worship, including six steps to creating brass parts.

Does the Worship Leader Worship?

So often the worship leaders get wrapped up in the technicalities of the service and are not able to worship themselves.

Musical Theater and Church Youth

A unique suggestion for getting youth involved in music in the church, through Broadway-like productions.

The “Ante” Just Went Up

A call to new levels of choir commitment, citing John 8:1-11 as the scriptural backdrop.

The New Choir Year: A Director’s Perspective

An excellent overview of challenges to the music director as the new fall program approaches.

Lindquist, Ed The Basis for Music Ministry

A concise overview of the aspects of music ministry.

Litterst, Richard An Alternate Method of Ringing English Handbells Some unique approaches to ringing handbells.

Little, Pat Embracing Who We Are

Every worshiper benfits when a church’s worship reflects who it is.

Worship services too often become passive experiences because we have become passive worship planners.

Renewing your Thinking About a Prayer of Confession How to incorporate a prayer of confession as part of a litrugy we already know how to implement.

Lock looks at Luther’s history and how, on the 500th anniversary of his birth, he so greatly affected church music forever. Suggestions for revitalizing your congregational singing.

Spotlight on Composers Fred Bock Craig Courtney Hal Hopson Austin Lovelace

8Jane Marshall

Here’s how to reach out.

How the author’s “green room” syndrome made him almost too jaded about worship.

How to use and abuse the copyright law, and how it can work with the church music ministry.

Madden, Lynn The Living Cross

The Living Christmas Tree takes a new shape for Easter presentations.

Church Shopping: Making It a Positive

Strategies for winning over the “church shopper.”

An introduction to the importance of excellent sanctuary acoustics, and some words on why it is so often overlooked.

Maloney, Bruce 8Workable Music Resources

Hymns, choruses and choral music especially suited for the smaller church, includes repertoire list.

Man, Ron Blended Worship with a Purpose

Preparation, Planning, and Thematic coherence will lead to the best worship of the people and by the people. This article explains how.

Principles of Worship

Logan, Tim Interview: John Leavitt

Leavitt on being a leader among leaders.

Lorenz shares some insights on using handbells as therapy for mentally and physically challenged individuals.

Lovelace, Austin 8Hymn Tunes: Repetition and Variation

Determining what makes some tunes easier to teach to a congregation than others.

Children’s Worship–More Than a Musical

Where Did I Go Wrong in Worship?

8Copyright Review

An overview of ministry, looking at criticism, administration, relationships, humility and the art of being real.

Winners and Losers

Turning an Average Voice to an Above-Average Voice

Twelve Ways to Make your Church more User-Friendly

MacKenzie, Robert

8Congregational Participation–Drawing God’s

Luby, Sharman

Practical steps to better breathing, better resonance, and suggestions of where to go for more help.

Light considerations before you renovate or build a new facility.

Gilbert Martin William Mathias Wolfang Amadeus Mozart Carl J Nygard, Jr. Allen Pote

The Four Seasons of Worship

A whole year of worship in one hour.

Light control for church sanctuaries, general considerations and troubleshooting.

Tailoring Acoustics to Worship Environments

The importance of understanding the how and why of aggressive congregational singing. Helpful suggestions on building improved congregational singing.

Ringing Handbells As Music Therapy

Those who say choirs no longer have a place in the church are more than misguided.

Luntsford, Paul

Mahoney, Bob

Lorenz, Ellen Jane

Don’t Plan a Service – Create a Moment!

Addressing moral as well as legal issues as to why the church should be compelled to abide by the copyright law.

Let All the Peoples Praise Thee: Part 1-2

8Butting Heads with Impossible Leaders Bye Bye Choirs

The Church Musician and the Copyright Law

Lock, William

Lawrence, Doug Advice on “getting along” for musicians and pastors alike.

Ludwick, R David

Will You Be the Next Victim of... the Monster?

Sand in the Food

8Creatively using Brass in Worship

Here’s how to write successfully in this idiom.

Space is a fundamental component of worship.

8Choir Renewal: Attitude Is Everything! 8Custom Arranging for Brass

Worship Song

Keeping “The Monster” Out of the Church: Part 1

Worship Environment Does Make a Difference

Martin Luther: 500 Years

Unity in purpose, diminished ambitions, and a call to servanthood are explored.

Traits of successful contemporary worship.

8Thirty Steps to Write an Uplifting Praise Chorus or

A beginning probe into the church music school, including church structure, organization, and funding.

8Choir Commitment: The “Real” Cost

An inspirational challenge for choir members to be commited to God, church, and choir.

Lucas discusses crutches, rest, and three more.

8If You Can’t Afford Live Musicians

Including even the youngest children in worship builds a strong life-long foundation. Includes a sample Children’s Worship Flowsheet.

People into Worship

Eight ways to involve the congregation more fully in worship. Eleven principles that govern the author’s view of life, ministry, the church, and the work of missions.

The Choir as Worship Leader: Revitalizing the ministry from the Loft

Here’s how the choir can and does contribute to the success of worship ministry.

For those who lead worship!

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Marcuson, Margaret J Think in Threes: Triangles and Leadership

An enlightening look at triangulation, and the family history approach to understanding church political dynamics.

Marquart, Patty The Joy of Ringing

A philosophical and emotional look at the handbell choir program.

Martin, Joseph In Praise of the Anthem

Why the anthem will continue to be an encouragement to musicians and seekers alike.

Mason, Babbie Each One, Reach One

The story behind the song.

8The Qualities of a Christian Artist

Five important things an artist can learn from King David.

Mathena, Gary 8Leading Worship Through “Special Music”

Guidelines for solo singing which include selection, organization and presentation.

The Question of Conducting for Handbells

How handbell conducting differs from choral and other instrumental conducting.

McClinton, Dan A Choir Sponsored Christmas Dinner Theatre

A unique idea for fun and musical variety, both for choir and congregation.

McClure, Richard 8Choir Robe Dedication

Guidelines and suggestions for a robe dedication service, including sample service and liturgy.

McDonald, Tom A Choir That Cares

“So often we fill the worship time to overflowing, forgetting that in the silence of worship... we can be filled.

Several reasons for sticking it out when it’s tempting to leave the “touch church” behind in search of greener pastures.

McFee, Marcia A look at planning for the Sundays from epiphany to lent.

The Rewarding Gift of Hymn Writing

A look at becoming a hymn writer and the tools necessary to explore it.

8The Small Church Primer

An in-depth look at the challenges and blessings of serving in small church ministry.

Matthews, Andrea

McKay, Jeanie

Taking Your Show on the Road

Put Your Church in the Spotlight

Here’s how to take a successful tour with your choir.

Matthews, Gary

Worshiping at Mezzo Forte

In an age of sensationalism and hype, keeping worship meaningful but not boring is both a challenge and a necessity.

Worship’s Blessing Collectors

A look at apathetic worship and specific approaches to educate our congregations to truly worship.

Monath, Robert A

Some solid ideas and suggestions for advertising and publicizing a church music event.

An introduction to the copyright law for church musicians.

You’re Never Too Old

Starting a Senior Adult choir program from scratch.

Morley, Martin Creating a Climate for Musicianship

Challenging directors to share the power of music making through responsibility, trust, and philosophical education.

8Piecing Together Our Identity Puzzle

How church musicians, who are performers, educators, artists, and vulnerable Christians can become whole people.

Morris, Hart The Evolution of a Megachurch

A first hand account of a church’s growth.

Muchow, Rick Thinking About More Than Music

Twelve things to think about when leading worship.

McMinn, Don

Muir, R William

Matthews own experience: the need, idea, and success of the group he began; contains list of do’s and don’ts.

A Music School in the Local Church

8Rethinking Christmas: The Gospel as Incarnation

Balancing the role of pastoring with the pursuit of musical excellence.

Selecting Vocal Music with Care and Precision

A Fellowship Group for Church Music Directors Going Behind the Faces

“Help, Sunday’s Coming!”

Using prayer, “givens,” theme, flow, participation, communication and delegation to plan worship.

Matthews, Ronald Alan Shaking Off the Dust

Shaking off the dust of mortality, disobedience, rejection, dejection, and subjection.

McBain, Robert More Than the Music

Church musicians should consider the work we do as more than preparing a 3 minute anthem.

Treat Your Creatives Well – Organist Compensation Guidelines for paying your church keyboard musician.

McBride, Michael C Building a Multiple Handbell Choir Program

Suggestions for elementary, middle school, and high school choirs.

8Essentials for the New Handbell Choir

What materials and equipment are necessary for beginning a bell choir program.

Handbells and Differential Tones

Exploring the acoustical phenomenon called a “differential tone” and its repercussions.

Handbells and Other Instruments

Handbells can be used with organ, brass choir, orchestra, solo instruments, etc.

A fresh look at the benefits of the church sponsored music school and some initial considerations for beginning. Specific criteria for selecting appropriate choir music.

The Sanctuary Must Not Project Distraction

A look into all-too-common sanctuary design faults, including lighting, audio systems, instruments, acoustics, etc.

Mechem, Kirke 8Yes, You Can...Commission a New Anthem

A look at how to get an anthem written just for you and your choir.

8A Commissioning Checklist

12 things to consider to get an anthem written just for you and your choir.

Milkman, Howard L Jr The Lord’s Supper: As a Sacrament

One of 2 articles comparing the differences between the sacrament and ordinance teachings.

Miller, Thomas A 8The Art of Critical Review

A look at the review and selection process of choral music.

Milner, Lura Sanders The Sound of Silence

How hearing aid technology has improved one person’s ability to do, and hear music.

New Ideas for Handbells

Mims, Lloyd

Ringing Outside the Church

Where Have All the Church Musicians Gone?

Ideas to “unroutine” your service music. Taking the bell choir on tour, rationale and suggestions.

Selection and Success

A look at the current state of enrollment in church music schools.

Choosing music that gives your bellchoir a better chance for success.

The broader elements of ministry for the choir: mission, evangelism and outreach.

Moore, Gordan

The Benefits of Longevity

McIntyre, Dean

An Invitation to Silence

Diplomacy and communication for church committees.

8The Incarnational Work of the Adult Choir

Balancing music and spirit; the critical formula for success in a church choral experience.

8Why Study Worship?

Mathis, Robert I

Conflict management for the minister, including several ways to avoid conflict.

Teamwork or Battle Zone

8An Introduction to Copyright

Conducting Choral Dynamics (Not the Musical Kind)

What’s in a Theme? Bread, Bath, & Beyond

Worship is for more than an event: it is a way of life.

Surviving the Body Blows

The choir member’s responsibility to care for others in the choir, and how it may affect the choral sound.

The Boy’s Changing Voice

Descriptions of the change & suggestions of ways to handle it.

Mitchell, Phillip L

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and Identification

A theological basis for a crusade model of “Christmas” worship that includes more than just a celebration of the human birth of Christ.

8The Rule of St. Benedict

The words of the founder of the Benedictine order on the subjects of Worship and Contemplation, among others.

8The Sounds of Silence

The loss and recovery of silence in worship

Music, David W Bach: An Ideal Hymn Leader?

A look at some of Bach’s troubles regarding leading hymns.

Bach, Handel, and Church Music

A look at the lives/music of Bach and Handel, and how their music changed the church forever; repertoire list included.

8Church Musicians Beware!

A look at the cause of death of composer Jean-Baptiste Lully.

8Church Singing and the Law

Humorous reports of how singing in church has gotten some people in trouble with the law.

8David the Musician

The four roles of the Bible’s most famous musician.

8Influence of “The Sacred Harp” on American Hymnody

How this 1844 collection of shape-note hymn tunes is still impacting this country’s hymns.

Love That Singing School

A look at what a 1782 Yale undergraduate was expecting by attending a local singing school.

Milk or Meat? How to Feed the Flock

Thoughts about what criteria should be used to evaluate the mass of musical choices available.

New Styles of Congregational Song in the Late Twentieth Century

A look at the various styles of hymns available for worship, including examples.

Songs in the Night

An exploration of the historical tradition in the church of “The Service of Compline,” with suggested resources.

8Speak to One Another...in Psalms

Dr. Music encourages churches to include psamody in their congregational song.

8Using Hymns to Unify a Worship Service How to use hymns to unify a worship service.

Needham, Ruth A Narration: “The Seven Last Words of Christ”

A 2-3 paragraph prose related to each of the seven words; will work with Dubois or alone.

Newman, Ray When God Created Choir Members

(A fantasy of what God might have thought as He planned the creation of choir members.

8Remembrance, Redemption, and Resurrection A look at Lent and Easter.

Singing Hymns: Integrity and Witness

A brief article encouraging music ministries to keep the hymn at the core of congregational singing.

Sleepers Awake

A call for participation in various portions of worship.

Support Through Organizations of Music Ministry

The benefits of finding other Music Ministers and three pages of suggestions of which organizations are available.

“The Book Shelf”: A Wish List

A serious evaluation of six book which every church music director should own (and read).

The Carol Celebration

Building a wonderful Christmas program through carols from around the world, including example services.

The Church Year: Seasoning Worship: Part 1

Overcoming the misconception that the Church Year is a liturgical institution.

The Church Year: Living in a Sacred Cycle: Part 2

Oakley, Paul 10 “Must-Have” Books for Music Ministry Education

Recommendations of 10 books considered to be mandatory for all church musicians.

8An Oxymoron: The Volunteer Church Choir

Final part of this series focuses on Eastertide and the six Sundays following Easter.

A fresh look at the reasons to celebrate Advent, not just an extended Christmastime.

Getting the Choir Out of the Loft

A look at some creative ways for the choir to perform from other locations in the sanctuary.

In the Garden: The First Service of Easter

A unique sunrise service idea for youth participation on Easter morning.

Hymns: A Closer Look

Great is Thy Faithfulness

I Will Sing the Wondrous Story Lift High the Cross Praise, My Soul, The King of Heaven Take My Life, and Let It Be, Consecrated

Hymn Concertatos: A List of Recent Releases 20 pieces for your consideration.

Irony: Music and Worship at Weddings

The Jewel, The Setting: A Worship Guide

Why a pastor should be involved in the worship planning process, but giving the music director appropriate authority.

The Organist’s Sermon: Our Service Repertoire

The importance of balanced repertoire choice and the ability to understand each style; includes lengthy repertoire list. The difference between a service organist and a player of the organ lies entirely with their personal relationship with God. Building a case for programming large productions, if for no other reason than to do something extravagant honoring God.

Why Wait? Creatively Using Children in Worship

A comprehensive listing, organized by category.

Paul Westermeyer and The Lutheran Book of Worship

Westermeyer, author of The Church Musician, discusses his perspective on the Lutheran Book of Worship.

The Pastor’s Role in Planning Worship

Why worship planning is so critical to the true success of the Sunday offering.

O’Donnell, Robert W 8Two Christmas Stories–The Bullfinch

Odum, Wade 8Don’t Kill the Guitarist

What to do if your guitarist unplugs during a service. The tech crew needs to offer their best work. Focusing on the hearts of those involved in conflict.

8Is Anybody Out There?

How to communicate with your tech during a service.

8Mics on First!

Choosing the best mic for a choir is not as easy as it might seem.

8No Sweat...

What to do if your preaching pastor perspires.

Prepare Ye the Way: Part 2

8Recording a Choir

Recommended Christmas Octavos

New Christmas releases for unison, 2-part treble, 2-part mixed, misc. voicings, youth, and SATB adult choirs.

Rejuvenating the Art of Artistic Choral Singing

An article for both director and choir member, helping each discover the other’s challenges.

8A Philosophy for Small Church Choir Directors

Developing a philosophy is useful for any size choir. Here is one as a starting point.

Page, Sue Ellen A Director’s Top Ten List

Top ten things to become a better director.

Developing a Beautiful Sound, Part I–Conducting: Habit vs. Intentionality

Habitually mouthing the words to a children’s choir can be counterproductive.

8The Choir in Worship–Any Choir in Worship

An article about the repertoire selection process–for any age. Plan to help boys as their voice matures.

What is the Church to be?

How do we minister to children of parents who may not be church members?

Parker, John Start a Fine Arts Academy in your Church

Tips on adding a Fine Arts Academy to your church’s ministry.

How the composer of Silent Night was found.

8One Mix, Two Mix, Three Mix, Four...

Preparing for rehearsal through understanding the text, compositional structure, building choral tone and musicianship.

Owston, John

How to prepare for a better rehearsal.

Oakley, William P

8Prepare Ye the Way: Score Preparation

Score study through text, structure, rhythmic phrasing, tempo, nuance, and recognizing skill and limitations.

Leadership begins and ends not simply with doing the right things, but with who you are.

The Rehearsal

8Help! I Need Somebody!

Organ Repertoire List

A look at the common pitfalls in organ accompanient of trumpet, examples.

A varied list of appropriate repertoire.

Youth Repertoire List

Examining three kinds of choir members, the overlytrained, the naive/untrained, and the well-trained. A helpful look at purchasing considerations when buying a new piano or organ.

What can cake baking teach us about worship design?

The Organization

8Excellent Servanthood

New Instruments for the New Building

8Are You “Well Blended”

Several unique ideas for adding children to any worship experience, including an extensive resource list.

Using caution in planning weddings and funerals to be services of worship.

Making Heavenly Music with Mortal Voices

O’Neel, Roger

It’s Not What You Do... It’s Who You Are!

“Let’s set our egos aside and open ourselves to a true educational & spiritual experience for young ones in our care.”

8When “Thank-You” Isn’t Enough

Does Anyone Really Know What Time It Is?

The author discovers the story of how this hymn was written.

Owen, Dyton L

A spiritual musical journey for church musicians, a retreat.

An overview look at the Youth Choir, including several ideas for making the program appealing. How to select repertoire, including quick-check chart and repertoire list. For a youth choir program to truly grow, the director must also be interested in the singers’ spiritual development. Using an International Christmas Festival to celebrate the variety of cultural music.

Victory in Jesus

The Heritage of Singing Children

The Real Role of the Church Organist

Christmas: An International Event

Oliver, Les

The Gifts of God for the People of God

Why the volunteer church choir is an oxymoron (the oxymoron is that as a true choir member you can’t be a volunteer).

Building the Youth Choir: Part 1-3

What the worship leader can expect from and expect to give to audio engineer.

8Accompanying the Trumpet

The Church Year: Party That Never Ends: Part 4

Noble’s brilliant understanding between technique and ministry is evident as he looks at church music.

What to do if a hearing aid generates feedback.

8Wiring Communications with your AE

Part 3 looks at Lent and Easter.

A View of Christian Arts

8The Two-Edged Sword

8What Did You Say?

Overduin, Jan

The Church Year: Lent and Easter: Part 3

Noble, Weston

What to do if your choir is complaining of bad monitor mixes.

Part 2 focuses on Advent, Christmas and Epiphany, including a list of resources.

Nielson, Stephen One of three church musicians offer perspectives on musicianship, commitment and “family.”

8What Did The Choir Say?

What to do if your worship team has audio strife due to shared monitor mixes. What to expect when doing a choir recording.

The Goal of Media in the Church The ministry of helps.

8The Organist as Audio Engineer

What to do about the organ sound during a service.

8Turn Down the Noise!

What to do if your sanctuary wasn’t built with contemporary worship in mind.

Patton, David A Guide to Personal Goal Setting

Includes “Why Set Goals?” “Dream Your Dreams,” “Practical Steps,” “Visualization,” and “Desire.”

A Survey of Organ Teaching Materials

A series of short reviews of books and supplies for the service organist.

Efficiency in the Music Ministry

Being a more efficient employee, including the cluttered desk, interruptions, meetings, delegation, saying “no,” etc.

It’s Your Time: Time Out for Time Management

A segmented look at ways to organize your time and maximize your ministry.

8Major Works: A Forgotten Part of the Organist’s Repertoire

A discussion of how major works can fit into the repertoire of the church organist.

Mu$icians and Money:Making the Most from the Least

A serious look at some of the traps that plague everyone seeking financial freedom, home ownership, debt and more.

The Director As an Educator

Exploring the music director’s role teaching the congregation how to be better listeners, participants and worshippers. Writing a resume as a Minister of Music.

Why Vestments?

Choir robes are worn to develop a sense of oneness and equality among the singers, to eliminate distractions, etc.

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Price, Emmett G, III

Riney, Cecil J

8It’s Your Song and His Time

Where, Oh Where Have the Church Musicians Gone?

The Minister’s Role in Church Music

A pro shows how to prepare vocally, musically, technically, mentally, physically, and spiritually.

Pendleton, Jody Worship Oncology

Worship is the chemotherapy for the soul.

Peters, Carl 8Getting the Most from a Church Music Conference

How to prepare for and mazimize the experience.

8Real Presence–Renewal at the Lord’s Table A look at Lent and Easter.

See How They Loved Him

Remembering Robert Webber.

Ten ideas offering hope to congregations struggling with the reality of not having the music ministry personnel of choice.

Price, Paula Syptak Making a Joyful Noise

Serving God and the congregation through music while being enriched is a kind of miracle.

Price, Terry International Choir Festivals: Traveling with Your Choir

Guidelines for taking your church choir to another country, specific suggestions for planning, fund-raising, etc.

8The Big Band is Back...in the Church Alook at a unique jazz ministry program.

Peterson, J Alan Developing a Children’s Worship Bulletin

An activity program for children who remain in “adult” church rather than having their own service.

Petker, Allan Robert Is There Room Today for a Classical Church Music Composer? The author’s answer is yes!

...into eternity

A tribute to Fred Bock.

Fred Bock 1939-1998

Fred’s friends, colleagues, and acquaintances share a sense of what made him so special.

Phemister, William

Ramseth, Betty Ann Creativity + Children = Celebration in Worship

Children’s music programs cannot stop in the classroom; they must be creatively integrated into worship.

Ransom, Philip Meta-Memory: For Lyric Memorization

Memorizing lyrics through creating and memorizing pictures, especially with children’s choirs.

Pentecost was born in fire, yet form is essential.

An inspiring paraphrase just for members of your choir.

10 Ways to Make Visitors Welcome at Worship

8Back to the Basics in September

The author’s experiences at two different churches.

Here’s how to help your choir be more able to read music.

Growing Your Choir’s Relevance

Gossip can kill a church, or a ministry, and “friendly is as friendly does.”

Searching For a Worship Home

Three alarming trends uncovered in a search for a new church home.

Plew, Paul Touring as Outreach

Touring helps musicians of all ages grow in their level of ministry.

Portney, Marshall A Jewish Synagogue Music

Finding music theologically sound for Christians & Jews, drawing on its passion and heritage to find common ground.

Pote, Allen Composing for Specific Age Groups – Easy!? Not on Your Life

Specific tips for composing for children, youth, and adults.

Powell, Rosephanye Nine Tips for Submitting Gospel Music to Publishers How to submit your music for this specialize d market.

A technical and practical look at carillons; their use in the community and in the church.

Root, Tim 8The Paralysis of Provincialism

The danger of believing “my” opinion to be the best (or only) opinion.

Rosser, Linda K Wounded Church Musicians

An extensive study why church musicians are at risk.

Mastering an instrument helps to have a basis for communicating your music.

Rundus, Katharin Cantabile

A manual about beautiful singing.

Two Christmas Stories–At the Front

A creative way to build a music library.

Reid, Ted

Loose Lips Sing Churches

A detailed introduction to hymn meter and how to use it for creativehymn singing.

The Least Understood Church Bell

Sabedra, Joseph

Pickett, Glenn A

Some general, Biblical, and practical principles to help choirs be relevant.

The non-singing aspects of an adult choir program.

Oh Dear, What Can the Meter Be?

Anthem Sponsorships

Can This Church Be Saved?

Some general guidelines for any church.

The Sociable Choir Singers

Reel, G Shelley

From Shepherd to CEO – What the Modern World Has Done to the Local Pastor The author discusses the evolution of a pastor’s role.

Rogers, James A

How Important are Good Keyboard Skills in Composing Church Music?

A technical look at children’s choir development, including exercise, posture, breathing and articulation.

I Corinthians 13 for Choir Members

Tips to make that presentation the best ever.

Choral technician and theologian Robinson looks at the balance between relevance and mystery in worship.

Rouse, Jay

Phifer, Stephen 8Fire and Form

8The Duality of Worship

The Children’s Choir: A Vocal Instrument

Rebuck, Linda

812 Steps to Better Productions

Robinson, Ray

Rao, Doreen

8Resources for the Well-Prepared Church Pianist An extensive repertoire listing.

A concise look at the staff and personal relationship roles of music directors; how the senior pastor can assist success.

How the carol Silent Night was a source of peace during World War I.

Salazar, Louie L Reaching the Christmas Community

A program idea which reaches to the unchurched during a “hungry” season of the year.

Reynolds, Jeff

Sample, Mabel

8Etiquette and the Search Process

Lilies of the Church

There are certain rules of etiquette which should be followed in the search process for a new worship/music leader. Here they are.

Finding the Balance: Technology vs. Taste

A look at some of the emerging technologies that will change music ministry.

Richmond, Wayne

Looking at the youngest children for music ministry.

Sanborn, Jan 8Creating Worship Flow at the Keyboard

Here’s how to maximize the contributions from the keyboard.

It’s Your Move!

Sanders, Marshall

8Becoming the Complete Church Musician

8A Church-Sponsored School of the Arts: Part 1

How the search process can positively and negatively affect the family. Four challenges of music ministry are explored: Musicial, Spiritual and Ministry Leadership.

Ricketts, John 8The High Cost of Saving the Wrong Dollar

A rationale for giving consideration to the aesthetics of the worship center.

A Call for Blended Worship

An overview of the previous 25 years of trends in worship.

A philosophy of why churches should have an arts school among their ministries, and practical considerations for beginning a school in your church.

8A Philosophy of Contemporary Worship Traits of successful contemporary worship.

A Praying Staff

It’s critical that church staffs pray together.

Handbell Rehearsal Warm-ups

A Priority for Worship

Riley, F Tanner

Attitude Is Everything

Some creative ways to begin a handbell rehearsal.

Organizing the Collegiate Choir

The importance of and some founding considerations for an often overlooked aspect of church music.

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An extended discussion of the role worship planning can take in allowing worshippers to connect (and stay connected) to God. One of Sanders’ more popular essays.

8Audio Management in Contemporary Worship

Contemporary worship places the largest responsibility on both the audio equipment and those that operate it.

A Vital Rehearsal Tool

Wallpaper and Musical Environments

A Worship Shake-Up

When Time Is of the Essence

But No One Showed Up

Why Quit Choir?

Choir Recruitment May Not Be Important

Why Such a Demand to “Update” the Music of Worship?

Everything you ought to knokw about using pencils in rehearsal, including some specific suggestions. Growing and maturing of our worship services by shaking up the service sequence, content, etc. Since God is the Worshiper’s audience, the congregation’s size is a moot point. Why an ongoing recruitment program makes more sense than an annual one.

Dare We Call It Worship

The Biblical responsibility of worshiping God rather than less important reasons for “gathering.”

Enough with the Applause

A call to limit (and perhaps eliminate) inappropriate applause in worship.

How Far Is East From West?

A challenge to a “forgiveness isn’t a response to a wrong, it’s a way of life” mentality.

I Knelt in a New Place

A testimony of renewal through prayer in a “non-normal” place, and a challenge to do likewise.

Less Talk, More Participation

A rationale and challenge to greater participation in worship, relardless of worship style.

Needed, Proud Choristers

A motivational appeal to choir members.

The importance of acoustical considerations when designing worship space. A humorous look at how far can you go to encourage promptness at rehearsals.

Schellenberg, Henry

Planning a weekend of worship education and renewal.

8Identifying Tensions over Musical Style

Worship Weekend: Congregational Education Program

Sanders, Vern 8Budgeting in Music Ministry

A discussion of the budgeting process in the church, including seven steps to a perfect budget and sample budgets.

8Dear Pastor

A letter to the pastor regarding a job description for the position of audio engineer.

8Everything I Know I Learned in Choir

Five life lessons learned from being in choir.

Getting Past the Numbers

“Pass the Crayolas, Please”

8How Your Choir Can Break Down Walls in Worship

A series of forms to assist in the administration of the worship/music program. “We get so busy counting the roster that we fail to count the steps of progress toward our real goals.” An extensive article about poise, flexibility, and passion.

Thoughts and suggestions about the potential for children in worship.

I’ve Always Wondered...

As a music director, things that can be done to avoid and recover from overwork.

8Joyful Noise

Rehearsal Chatter or Instruction Moral: “Talk less; sing more.”

Remembering John Ness Beck

In memory of this Minister of Music, composer, co-founder of Beckenhorst Press, and friend to church musicians.

Rhythm Sections in Church Music

As a growing number of churches incorporate contemporary or blended worship, an understanding of rhythm section is critical..

Seniors Are Able

A challenge to minister to senior adults, and some basic guidelines for relating to this age group.

Sit Up, Children, and Join in Worship

Giving leadership to children so they can participate and be attentive in “adult” worship.

8So You’re About to Build

Comprehensive construction considerations for church building and design.

One person’s experience in being a mentor. Even though the church choir has been under attack for a generation, there are 4 reasons why choirs are still a critical part of worship ministry.

8Music Ministry Equal Pay Pick two?

An in-depth look at job descriptions and salary guides for church musicians.

Not Just a Player But An Arranger

For church musicians, the luxury of being just a “player” is fading fast, particularly when it comes to choral music.

Positive Coaching

(May/Jun 05, Page 22) Sanders, Vernon Life lessons from the Positive Coaching Alliance.

8Recruiting Without Stealing From Other Churches

Five ideas to help you build your ministry without harming other church’s ministries.

The Body – Broken

There is a shift from empty calories toward complete protein in the worship diets of many churches.

Taking Attendance: It’s a Question of Follow-up

8The Choir in ModernWorship

Tapping the Power of Expectation

The Church Musician as Transformational Leader

The importance of taking attendance, one new system, and its primary worthwhile use: raising choir morale. “...everyone is running scared of expectation, and thereby missing out on much that could and should be happening....”

The “Blended” Can of Worms

The amount of blend remains the significant issue.

The Fragility of the Connectivity

An extended discussion of the social, spiritual, and musical aspects of the choir’s role in modern worship. A first person account of the first year in a new ministry.

8Use Project Management for Large Project Success Here’s how to use project management for best results.

Visionary Management in Music Ministry

When management becomes visionary, outreach grows from a by-product to a primary motivation for choirs.

Things that break a worshiper’s connection with God.

What’s on Second? Four Choices of Ministry Style

An encouragement for directors to cover up some of our people’s blemishes with grace, akin to wallpapering to add beauty.

What’s your Size?

The Magic of Wallpaper

An in-depth look at four ministry styles.

Bigger programs are not necessarily better. Rather use local solutions for local situations.

The Music of Contemporary Worship–Another Course in Required Gleaning

Who’s on First? Four Models of Worship Ministry

The Pageant of Our Lord: An Easter Alternative

Satre, Paul J

Excellent music form the ages can and should continue to be used in contemporary worship. Includes five considerations for choosing or adapting music for contemporary worship. A unique Easter pageant using live recreations of classic art, including suggestions for music and artwork to use.

The Real Balance

Balancing the role of pastor and musician.

The Right Tempo

(A quick look at the reasons for selecting the wrong tempos.

8The Tempo Bog: Using the Text to Avoid It

A look at the causes of tempo irregularity and how to fix it.

The Welcome Perception

An in-depth look at four models of pastor/musician relationships in the context of worship ministry – includes Building and Strenthening the Pastor/Musician Team.

The Classically-Trained Organist

How the service organist can bridge the gap between evangelical and mainline worship styles.

Savage, Eva Lee A Senior Adult Choir Is Not Always “By the Book”

A testimonial that Senior Adult Choirs can do more than cute and trite, and several examples are explained.

A call for genuine friendliness in welcoming visitors.

Conducting Techniques for the Organist-Conductor

Exploring changes that can be made to shut down the influence of those excusing or promoting mediocrity.

Oiling Rusty Techniques

Those Opposing Excellence... To Be Dreamers Again

Fighting against the status quo, encouraging Ministers of Music to be brainstormers and dreamers.

Scheer, Greg

The clamor for “something new” is really a clamor for something alive. This article contains numerous suggestions for achieving better worship.

No Children, No Youth, No Middle-Aged

Recouping the Expense of Burn-out

An introduction to a growing ministry in the church.

Questions About Musical Mentoring

8Forms R Us

A church for seniors in Dunedin, Florida; what makes it unique, and why it works.

A Senior Adult Choir Program

A fresh approach to volunteer choir commitment.

More Like Children

Application of Jesus’ words: “Unless you become like little children...” for the church music director.

Sawyer, John C

Practical suggestions for making the double role of organist and conductor a manageable one. Strategies to keep practice in the life of the church musician, from an organist’s perspective.

Six questions and answers about mentoring.

8The Sounds of Worship–A Philosophy of Design

A discussion of how building design can affect worship. Four reasons why musical style is a flashpoint.

Schoenfeld, William M Guidelines for a Music Leadership Search Committee

A very practical article for the search committee to use in finding a Minister of Music.

Who’s Calling Who

An in-depth look at the process of seeking a new music ministry position, especially exploring the interview.

Schumann, Tracy Getting Down to Brass Tacks

It is possible to enlist and sustain a church brass ensemble; this article explores techniques and organization ideas.

Schwanz, Keith Overcoming the Jitters

Positive steps to overcoming nervousness when it time to sing a solo.

Schwarz, Jack W Learning from a “Musical Visitor”: circa 1840

Discovering similarities from a church music periodical from the mid-1800s and our modern challenges.

Music in Worship: A Costly Offering

A new glimpse of worship motives which may prove challenging in rerouting our objectives.

Schwarz, Jo The Dancer in Music Ministry

Some creative and political ways to incorporate liturgical dance to any worship tradition.

Scott, David Communication for Fun

Building community and fellowship through humor.

Seger, Dr Linda What is a Spiritual Creative?

An examination of people who feel called to do their work by the Spirit.

Sewell, Gregg Anthems in the Cloud

Technology an dpublishing sacred music.

Shafferman, Jean Anne Composing for Small Church Choirs

The art of composing accessible choir anthems.

Shannon, Michael Using Cantatas for Youth Choir

The importance and integration of a balanced youth choir program, including “classical” cantatas & oratorios.

Sharp, Daniel 8A Musical Church

The story of the Church of the Holy Trinity in Kiev.

8Keeping the Tempo in Rehearsal

Rehearsal guidelines to enable successful ministry.

8“Ready, Fire, Aim!”

An extensive list of resources to help us think about the deeper issues of coming before God as we lead in worship.

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Sharp, Timothy A Lenten Moravian Lovefeast

Background and suggestions for how to use this time of musical sharing, fellowship and food.

Mentoring – Helping Others Find Their Voice

Sage advice about being a mentor. Includes 10 Commandments of an excellent mentor.

8Selecting Music Worth the Price

Choosing choral music based on stewardship of time, talent and money.

The Requiem: Finitude Set to Music

The act of remembrance and reflection on the saints of one’s personal and church family through singing the Requiem.

Shaw, Rick 8Video and Multimedia Projection

A discussion of how to maximize the effectiveness of projection, including advice on the types of projection systems and screens/surfaces.

8Video and Stage Lighting

An explanation of the difference between video and stage lighting, with tips on discovering what you need for your church.

Shedd, Tom

The Lord’s Supper: As an Ordinance

One of 2 articles comparing the differences between the sacrament and ordinance teachings.

Shondelmyer, Clint 8Relevant Recruiting for Instrumentalists–A Top Ten List

Ten ways to build an instrumental music ministry.

Shorney, George The Hymnal Explosion in North America

Excerpts from a 1988 address presented to The Hymn Society of Great Britain about the wealth of new hymnals.

Shuford, Scott Starting an Intern Program

Things to know to have a successful intern program.

Silva, Michael 8Working with Consultants

An overview of things to consider when contemplating working with consultants, including a developing a master plan before the consultant arrives.

Smith, Randall L Why a Choir Policy Handbook?

A method of organizing the choir is explored.

Smith, Timothy M God’s Creating Creation

Ways to stay fresh as a music director, both personal and professional.

Scripture Singing: The New Key

A look at three kinds of scripture singing, psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.

8The Role of Music in Worship

A biblical and historical look at the role music plays in worship.

Smith, W Thomas The Hymn Society of America Stands Ready to Help

An introduction to this fine organization, and a look at its goals and mission.

Smyth, Patrick Worship Builds Sticky Communities

Instead of a marketing campaign, a church needs to build the strength of their existing community.

8Consider a Family Choir

Simoneaux, Mike

Sowash, Bradley

8Five Steps to a Master Plan

8Fifty Questions for Interviewing with a Prospective

Where Two or More are Gathered: Exploring Alternative Worship Strategies

A family choir can be the perfect solution. A master plan is valuable in discussions of remodelling and new construction of church facilities.

8Should Your Church Do Video?

A better question is “how much video?” Shedd outlines 5 levels.

Church

Here’s how to find out if that potential position is a good match.

Skillings, Otis

Strategies for designing an alternative worship service.

Why Jazz is Appropriate for Christian Worship Five reasons to incorporate jazz in worship.

Staff

Shepley, Elizabeth J

Get Out of Your Musical Rut

Choosing a Quailty Children’s Choir Program

The Spiritual Side of Choral Singing

10 Fund-Raising Projects “That Really Work”

Using the Congregation

50 Greatest Choir Ideas

Genuine respect between singer and director, and thoughtful attention to developing musical basics.

Shepperd, Cynthia C 8For Instrumentalists, “To Play’s the Thing”

Using creativity to find opportunities for instrumentalists to play; including specific ideas!

A justifiable challenge for musical eclecticism. One of three church musicians offer perspectives of musicianship, commitment and “family.” Vitality in the congregational song of smaller churches... it is possible!

8Acoustics: Dead or Alive

8The Skill of Hiring Professional Instrumentalists

Smelser, Rebecca

Some exceptional considerations for church music directors who find themselves needing to hire instrumentalists.

Sherman, Joy Do You Hear What I Hear?

An exploration of whether people still hear “The Call” today.

Shervais, Mary Jane 8A Journey with Handbells

A new handbell director’s journey to becoming a “real” director.

Shields, Dean Reaching Maximum Efficiency

Focusing a ministry on worship rather than program gives it greater growth potential; many details and examples given.

One church shares their success in obtaining an acoustical worship environment.

8Do-It-Yourself Hymn-Anthems

Guidelines for turning any hymn into a choral anthem.

Simply Good Singing

Some suggestions on how to better communicate vocal instructions to the “amateur” choir member.

Smith, Douglas It’s Because of the Applause

Dealing with the sensitive differences between worship and performance. The Orchestra’s Hymnal Some specific techniques for adding appropriate and effective instrumentation to hymn singing.

Undergoing Scrutiny by a Guest Instrumentalist

How to treat instrumental guests of the music ministry.

Smith, Larry D Those Useless “H’s”

Better ways to teach and sing melismatic passages than attaching an “h” to each note.

Shoemaker, H Stephen

Smith, Michael H

Music As a Sacrament of Praise

Christ Follower + Worship + Leader

Using careful planning and communication to realize the potential of instrumental music.

Includes proven ideas such as dinner theatre and bazaar, firewood sale, making a choir recording, etc. Practical suggestions for individual growth, choir community building, and fund raising.

8101 Great Choir Ideas

Skramstad, George R

Say “Yes”

The common personal pitfalls of the music minister, and how to avoid finding yourself trapped in a job you come to hate.

The author describes his ministry role.

A collection of short ideas, suggestions and humor for becoming the best choir member.

101 More Great Choir Ideas

A collection of ideas/suggestions/humor for becoming the best choir member.

8101 Things Every Choir Member Should Know

Musical, spiritual, relational and humorous suggestions to make better choir members.

Advent and Christmas Anthems

45 recommended anthems from 25 publishers.

A Hodgepodge of Bell Ideas

Ten suggestions from handbell directors and ringers for better bell success.

Ancient Hymnals: The McCutchan Collection

A renown collection of historical hymnals has much to say about present day hymnody.

A New Member for Your Choir Board A cry for a choir careperson.

A Rehearsal Rut to Avoid

How to avoid just “singing it again” in rehearsal.

A Solution to Every Church’s Drum Volume Problem A look at electronic drums.

8Balancing Repertoire in the 21st Century

“Pearls of wisdom” about choosing repertoire.

8Christmas Around the World!

How to say “Merry Christmas” in everything from Afrikander to Yougoslavian.

Church Architects: Balancing Aesthetics & Function

Three church architects discuss what they determine is important when designing and constructing a church.

Critical Words About Worship Sequence

Some creative ideas and reasoning for altering worship sequence.

Excellent Choir Warm-Up

This is an excellent choir warm-up for youth choirs, written by Paul Oakley, explained and included.

Five Directors Look at Assigning Bells

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8Instrumental Music–the Hottest Sellers from the

Publishers Interviews

Donald Allured

8John Ness Beck

Fred Bock Eugene Butler Ralph Carmichael John & Mary Kay Beall Carter Connie Fortunato Bill Gaither Jester Hairston Ron Harris Billy Ray Hearn Elda Hilts

8Don Hinshaw

Don Hustad Kurt Kaiser Jane Marshall Gilbert Martin John Rutter Dean Schield Arvella Schuller Natalie Sleeth Six Composers: Otis Skillings, Bob Burroughs, Tina English, Douglas Wagner, Garry Cornell, & John Purifoy

Lent and Easter Repertoire Honored 10 Anthems 26 great anthems for the Lent and Easter season.

Lent and Easter Summary

Important information about Lent and Easter.

Mentoring – Just Do It!

Fourteen important things to help those interested in mentoring.

Miking the Piano

TechTips: Lighting

Scrims, projection screens and changing light bulbs in a very tall ceiling.

TechTips: Lighting & Special Effects TechTips: Sound & Lighting

Noisy climate control systems, too much lighting, mixing types of lighting, and projection in a fan-shaped sanctuary.

TechTips: Special Effects & Drama

Creating an indoor starry night sky and costs related to incorporating drama into worship.

TechTips: Trouble with Fire Codes

fire safety, occupancy limits, electrical concerns, and prevention.

8The 40 Most Mispronounced Words in Church Music

8The Choir Director’s Top 10

Fifteen music directors share their top 10 anthems.

The Development of Sacred Music: Part 1-7

A series on church music history and musical styles beginnining with the Renaissance. Part 2 discusses Bach, Handel, other Baroque composers, and includes a Baroque performance summary. Mozart and Haydn lead the church’s way into the Classical Period in part 3, with the focus on repertoire and performance ideas. Part 4 and 5 cover the Romantic period, which introduced styles and techniques which affect most church music today; plus a look at Brahms, Verdi and Faure’s impact. Part 6 and 7 look at the 20th century and how the writers of this century have affected church music.

The Publishers Speak...

A state of the industry discussion from 2009.

8The Super 15

The “Best of the Best” listing of the 15 top anthems from all of Creator’s previous Honored 10 listings.

8Top Ten Lists

A variety of funny and helpful ideas and observations such as Good/Poor Excuses for missing rehearsal.

Using Dramatic Readings in Worship

Suggestions for incorporating unique readings into the worship service.

8Various Favorites from the Editorial Board

Choral anthems for adults and children, Piano, Handbell, and Wedding instrumental music.

Wake Up, Mr. Soundman

Blending a program of classical literature with a drama based on Luther’s life.

What Does it Cost to Commission Music?

A review of music for organ.

What Goes Up Must Come Down ... But How?

85 publishers list up to 10 of their best aanthems.

When Using Soundtracks...

How and why we need to continue studying worship.

8When You Dislike an Anthem/Using Folders

Organ Releases for Lent & Easter Publisher’s Hot Ten Octavos

Reading a Book on Worship

Recommended Christmas Octavos

Suggestions of Advent and Christmas music for various voicings and age groups.

Recommended Christmas Releases

60 anthems by a variety of publishers.

Solos, Wedding Music, and Handbell Music.

Some parameters and “restrictions” for who can and should offer solos.

8Simply the Best: Honored 10 Anthems 1985-2003 The best of the best from Creator’s annual Honored 10.

Spotlight on Ministry Bob Burroughs Charles B Conner Ruht Elin Drossel Rod Ellis Roy Herzer Wallace Horton Brett Judson Doug Lawrence Jim Lucas Kevin McChesney Glenn Pickett Leonard Rumery Marshall Sanders Vernon Sanders Daniel Sharp Mark Shepperd John Sutton Doug Tjapkes Ed Willmington George Yurick

8“Survivor” CD’s for Choir Members

How to overcome two common mistakes. Two short tips.

8Worship Resources

A comprehensive listing of books and materials on worship.

A look at the man and his contribution of such hymntunes as HAMBURG, for “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.”

Stevenson, Bruce The Selling of a Myth

The myth is: “Throw out the old, replace it with the new, and watch your church grow.”

Swindoll, Charles Cliches: Using Meaningless Repetition

An article that attacks prayers and prose that lack creativity.

Finishing the Course

An article on how and why to complete a project.

Tauber, Robert L It’s Too Loud!

New and old. Both styles of music have their place.

Taylor, James D Rehearsal Technique

The conductor’s role centers in listening; a look at four perspectives including being an educator and technician.

Taylor, Terry Fantastic Fun – Frivolity Ends Here

A children’s choir ministry is a lot of things, but is not frivolous.

Counter Culture Children’s Choir Leaders

Children’s choir leaders must develop a passion for music advocacy – with helpful examples.

Terry, Terry Choir Leadership: Knowing Where You Fit

What choir members can do to contribute more than their attendance and their voices.

Thallander, Mark A practical guide for publicity of the church in the community. A helpful overview of hymnody, including many lists of appropriate hymns for certain uses.

8The Use of Organ in Blended Worship: What’s in Your Blender?

It is possible to broaden without eliminating.

Thompson, Betty Opposites: To Weed Out or Bridge the Gap

The relationship of personality types to unity in ministry.

8The Sweet Fruit of Patience

In the small church, a program must be allowed to grow slowly.

Thompson, Ellis Dillard 8Sing a New Song: A Song Writing Contest to Build Interest

How to hold a songwriting contest at your church, with proven contest guidelines.

Stilwell, Paul

Thompson, Martha Lynn

8Hiring Professional Orchestra Members

Coded Bell Music for Added Success

What are the accepted practices for the actual hiring of professional orchestral musicians.

A creative system for marking bell music so the “nonmusician” can quickly “read” music; examples included.

Stoker, Tom

Thompson, T Oakley

Your Creator is Calling

Worship and the Arts

Seven lessons learned from a live of service to “The Call.”

Balance in music ministry.

Stopford, Charles

Thornton, Joyce L

Guides to Effective Fund-Raising

Bringing Fresh Vitality to the Adult Choir

Discussion of concepts include getting organized, evoking group pride and explaining the benefit.

What’s in a Contract?

Rationale and guidelines for using an employment contract between the Minister of Music and the church.

Tunes to take to a desert island.

Straw, Eileen Jones

Technical requirements to incorporate drama in worship.

Ministry and Women: One Woman’s Perspective

TechTips: Incorporating Drama

Backgrounds of seven familiar carols.

Hymnology: Using the “Real” Music of the Church

Some helpful ideas for choir seating.

Lowell Mason

Selecting Soloists

8Carol Stories: Assisting Our Understanding

Guidelines for commisioning new music.

Robert Shaw (1916-1999)

8Selected Favorites from Creator’s Editorial Board

Sutherland, Karen

Getting the Word Out

Stanislaw, Richard

An obituary.

Impressions of mentors and mentorees.

A four-paragraph call for audio technicians to pay closer attention during worship.

8Recommended Piano Music

23 solo books and 3 duet books reviewed.

Mentors and What They Taught Me

Lighting challenges and colored smoke.

Techinques and equipment that have proven to work.

Musical Theatre with Martin Luther

Suggs, Richard and Jere Adams

Discovering vitality through the choir retreat, the choir conference and the choir workshop.

Tippins III, James G When Good Singers are in the Pews

Responses to excuses of potential singers such as “ no time” and “children need a parent to sit with them.”

One woman’s experience in ministry.

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von Kanel, Danny

8A Theology of Worship

Volunteer Staff Development

8Keeping Your Accompanist for Life

8Eight Common Elements of Worship Renewal

8Picking Your Battles

Environment

Remember to take care of your volunteer staff when it comes to “in-service” training.

A guide to knowing when to move ahead or back away.

Tunney, Mel

Six Essential Elements of a Great Youth Choir

A Guide for Concert Ministry

Ten Ways to Bring God into Rehearsals

Things you should do as you prepare a concert or worship set.

As well as six elaborations on how to achieve them. Practical ways to help people encounter God in rehearsals – includes ten principles for music ministry members.

Ulrich, Max E

Vozzella, Thomas

8Testimony from an “Expert” on Directing Church

When You are in Town, You are Here

Choirs

Insightful and entertaining perspectives from one with over 65 years of experience and observation.

Upshaw, Sherry Hymn Happening: Hymn Memorization for Children

One director’s organized system that works for teaching hymns to children.

Unfreid, Richard The Organ Will Now Play

Understanding when the organ is a leader, and when it is a “wallpaper” part of the worship service.

Urfer, Pamela

One director’s guideline for choir attendance.

Wagner, Dan Fusion or Confusion?

Motivation and practical suggestions for a “blended” approach to worship.

8Preparation and Celebration...Vital Worship for Lent, Holy Week, and Easter from a “Blended Worship” Perspective

An extensive article on worship design for the Easter season, including suggested musical selections and sample services for Lent, Holy Week, and Easter.

Walshe, Robert 8Four Handbell Emergencies...and possible solu-

8An Easy Start for Church Drama

Using the reader’s theatre to get drama up and running in any church.

Children in Drama: Part 1: Primary Level

Suggestions for getting children started in drama, including specific exercises.

Children in Drama: Part 2

Suggestions for using children at the intermediatae level in drama including technique, discipline, blocking, etc.

Church Drama: Getting Started

A brief and to-the-point article about starting a church drama program from scratch, assuming nothing; source list included.

Church Drama: Glorifying God

Using drama as an outreach tool.

Church Drama: The Next Step

tions

Four common emergencies with a variety of solutions.

Walters, Cheri Harmonies and Maladies

An entertaining, yet poignant look at several seasonal conditions that can cripple a choir.

Hop on the MusiCamp Express

An introduction to the idea of Vacation Music School, and its similarities to Vacation Bible School.

8Our Choir Wants You

Recruitment suggestions for choir and directors.

Promoting Choir Commitment

The essential nature of consistantly motivating people to be commited to choir.

Melding the drama program with the music program.

Star Power or Staying Power

A practical approach to church drama, and the options for costumes and make-up.

Take the Small Church Challenge

Costume and Make-up Custom Made Drama

Suggestions for writing your own drama including theme, setting, characters, dialogue, and revisions.

Suggestions for dealing with the exceptionally gifted singers in a church music program.

Various 8Choral Music with Congregation

90 favorites from 6 experienced directors.

8Craftsmanship: The Art of Effectively Using Words in Worship

Ten guidelines for crafting words for Worship.

8Let’s Talk Frankly About Church Orchestras

Several orchestral conductors/arrangers answer questions about church orchestras and the programs that support them.

Stress and Gardening

Two testimonials of how to keep stress from becoming distress.

Three Opinions: The Perfect Organist

Three leading organists share their contrasting views: Harold DeCou, Gerre Hancock, and Donald Hustad.

Wedding Music: A Comprehensive Listing

Hymns, preludes, processionals, contemporary vocal solos, and traditional solos for weddings.

Vear, Tim The Microphone’s Position in the Church

Choosing the correct microphone for the right task in the church worship center.

8Holy Week in the Early Church

A delineation of the day-by-day worship services during Holy Week by the church of the first century.

8Preparing for Ministry in a Postmodern World: TheWorship-Driven Church

A n extensive article about the trends in worship during the 20th century, and what is in store for the 21st. The article is a call for the return to truth in worship.

8Style: The Issue of the Future

It is possible to have the same content and structure in worship, but a widely divergent style.

The Convergence of Worship Traditions

A discussion and historical background of the paradox of transcendence and immanence in worship.

8TheWorship, Evangelism & Nurture Mission

A model of evangelism for the postmodern church.

8The Worship, Evangelism & Nurture Mission: Discipling the Hearer

A model of evangelism for the postmodern church.

8The Worship, Evangelism & Nurture Mission: Evangelizing the Seeker

A model of evangelism for the postmodern church.

8The Worship, Evangelism & Nurture Mission: Spiritual Formation of the New Believer

A model of evangelism for the postmodern church.

8The Worship, Evangelism & Nurture Mission: Incorporating the Faithful

A model of evangelism for the postmodern church.

8The Worship, Evangelism & Nurture Mission in the Local Church

A model of evangelism for the postmodern church.

8Worship Knowledge: Is it Relevant?

A look at Protestant worship as an expression of its culture.

8Worship Knowledge: Is it Relevant?...continued A look at the transcultural aspects of worship.

Wellford, Jane 8Liturgical Dance: Moving Worship

An in-depth look at dance as enhancement to worship.

Wetzler, Robert

Weyenberg, Kathy

The Language of Laughter

Looking at the church and sanctuary stages as a positive for dramatic productions.

The symbols of worship space and shaping the worship environment.

Discovering the difference between using white kid gloves and treating a choir member with genuine courtesy.

8Drama Ministry & Fringe People 8Stages and Sets

Eight elements that contribute to worship renewal.

The Symbols of the Easter Festival

The Fragility of Choir Member Egos

Suggestions for using drama to involve people in the church.

A brief overview of the theology of worship.

A testimonial from one Music Minister who went from a large church to a small one; includes practical suggestions.

Drama As Ministry

The broader scope of a drama ministry: the relationship of the troupe with the church, with each other, and with the Lord.

Top 10 ways to keep your player.

Four reasons for using laughter in communicating with our choirs.

The Necessity for Time Off

The call for a needed vacation, and some suggestions for how to smoothly “pull it off.”

There’s One For Every Choir

A humorous look at different personality types of choir directors, including the martyr, the mother and the martinet.

8There’s One in Every Choir

A humorous (and sometimes poignant) look at the various choir personality types, including wonderful caricatures like the Notorious Latecomer and the Musical Pharisee.

Walton, Nan Beth Before They Leave

Exit interviews when people leave a ministry will serve your church well.

Interpretive Dance as Worship

The specific symbols of Easter are shown and explained.

Hints: Children’s Choir Attire

An idea for inexpensive, attractive children’s choir outfits.

Whitmire, Jim “Living Pictures” Pageant for Easter

Using a “living” drama concept, highlighting Jesus’ final days, became one church’s Easter presentation.

Wilgocki, Marilyn All This and 16th Notes Too?

Guidelines for evaluting the ministry aspects of the Music Minister’s position.

Wilkes, Paul 8Common Traits of Excellent Churches

A study of what makes certain churches excellent, with 26 separate traits outlined.

A personal account of how dance can enhance worship.

Willcocks, Jonathan

A wedding/memorial service handbook can be a lifesaver – includes sample handbook.

Tempo & Phrasing in Choral Music

Surviving the Wedding Wars

Warder, Velma G Organ Music from African-Americans

Includes a brief annotated bibliography of compositions.

Webber, Robert A Post-Modern Choir Alert

Don’t give up the choir when doing contemporary worship.

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The integral relationships of tempo and phrasing, with examples from the composer’s own anthems.

Williams, Gerald I 8If You Can’t Afford Live Musicians

Traits of successful contemporary worship.

Williams, Mark K Creator, Created, Creating: Karaoke or Koinonia? The Pros and Cons of using accompaniment trax.

On Cars & Drivers–Congregants & Chief Musicians

A “Dear John” Letter

8...On Approaching Music and Art...

“Are Ye Able?”

8Pastors and Church Musicians: Part 1 & 2

“I Understood the Choir Today”

A call to include in worship a variety of styles found in the whole of Christian musical heritage. Approaching new music and art from the perspective of knowing more the fulln ess of God. A look at the critical relationship between pastor and music director: the differences and the unity. Using extensive quotations from pastors, Williams awakens church musicians to challenges of the Senior Pastor.

Williams, Robert JL Nathalie: A Story

A moving testimonial story of caring and being cared for, written by a pastor about his experience as a chaplain.

Williamson, Dave For the Director

Four points to help a choir be more excellent.

The Case for Excellence

How the worship choir can be more excellent.

Willmington, Edwin 8Whatever Happened to God-Sensitive Worship?

Trying to please our diversified congregations may be futile, why not please God?

Wilson, Barry 8As You Look to Music Ministry

An open letter to young people considering music ministry, focusing on three skills important to recognize early.

Winkler, David Designing the Sanctuary Platform

Youth choir “sound bites” provide suggestions for every hopeful director.

Yurick, George 8A Service of Worship while under Duress

A walk through the ups and downs of the search process.

Sensitive answers to dealing with choir members who, for whatever reason, are no longer able to contribute.

8Choir Nurturing

A pronunciation overview.

8Lifestyle Worship

The 20 Most Misunderstood Words in Church Music

Poster size chart includes Alleluia, Lord, Spirit, Ever, Savior, Praise, Christ, and a two common Latin phrases.

The Conference Connoisseur

Preparing for, attending, returning home, and assimilating the gathered information from a church music workshop.

Warblers, Mumblers & Mutes

Specific how-tos for rejuvenating the congregation’s song.

Responsibilities, strategies and obsticles to nuturing are applied to the choir family. A reminder of worship between Sunday mornings through obedience to the commands of God.

On the Road Again

A list of resources to assist anyone contemplating, or in the process of a move to a new position.

8Practical, Non-musical Ideas for Small Group Worship

23 specific ideas and outlines for small group worship.

The Master’s Repertoire

Yerden, Paul E

Jesus led his own band, conducting three years of intense rehearsals designed to eradicate their repertoire and infuse His own.

Evening Vespers: A Special Prelude Moment

A refreshing approach to the standard “prelude” time.

Zappulla, Nancy Wade

Yeskin, Karen

8Letter to the Fourth Singer on the Second Row

Orff Instruments: Part 2-4

Teaching children and adults how to use percussion instruments.

A thank-you letter to the unsung heros of our choirs.

Zuill, Paul A

Yoder, Tim

The Choir Dedication Service

Includes a sample service and a choir creed.

Really... I Want Your Opinion

The use of a survey to get feedback from the congregation.

Young, Ovid

Retreat: Time for Rest, Relaxation, & Training

A detailed look and planning and executing a great choir fine retreat.

The Church Accompanist

This gifted keyboardist describes his approach to effective service accompanying.

The Light unto Our Paths

Creative integration of scripture into worship.

Some helpful considerations when designing a truly functional, yet usable sanctuary platform.

8Guidelines for String Writing

Writing for the less advanced string players likely to be found in the church.

8Instrumental Music Ministry in the Smaller Church

Here’s how to start and build an instrumental music ministry.

8Orchestrated Hymnals

Quality

A number of hymnals have instrumental versions.

Wohlgemuth, Debbie 8Ministry and Women: Ambassadors of the Spirit

A woman’s perspective of what it is like to serve in the trenches of ministry.

Wohlgemuth, Paul W Continuing Education in Church Music

Several ways to get back into the learning experience, rather than become a status quo director (includes school list).

Worship Widens Its Focus

Ecclectism is the wave of the future for worship, if it is to grow with the times.

Woolley, Bob Senior Adult Choirs: “The Rage of the Age”

Rationale and guidelines for beginning a Senior Adult Choir.

Wright, Clell E 8Rethinking Blended Worship

Examining terminology, motivation, and liturgy as it applies to blended worship.

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8Honor the Lord with your First Fruits

Five objectives that define a holistic and biblical music ministry.

The Importance of the People in the People’s Song

Helpful information to engage the people in congregational song.

Yarrington, John 20 “More” Mispronounced Words

A follow-up article focusing on such words as father, hosanna, shepherd and hosts.

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Pat Bennett

Instructor of Music Warner University Lake Wales, Florida Creator: Pat, how long have you served this church and where did you serve prior to coming to this church? Pat Bennett: I began full-time ministry as a church orchestra director at Calvary Baptist Church in Clearwater, Florida. From there, God led me to serve at First United Methodist in Tarpon Springs, then briefly at Cypress Ridge Presbyterian (PCA), and then I was Minister of Worship Arts, St. John’s United Methodist Church, Winter Park, for about 5 years before coming to my present position. Previously to all TM

this, I was a school music teacher in Oklahoma and Florida. Creator: Tell our readership a bit about your background. Pat Bennett: I went to high school in Coweta, Oklahoma, where I was inspired to go into music by two very fine band directors. God provided the means for me to attend Oral Roberts University where I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. After teaching for several years, I moved to Florida to earn a Master’s Degree in

Music at the University of South Florida, with a double concentration in French horn performance and wind conducting. At that time, my goal was to become a college band director. I had no intentions of going into the ministry! God had other plans (He generally always does). After teaching public school music for 2 years, God called me to a position as Associate Minister of Music at Calvary, where I directed the instrumental music ministry and served as dean of the church music school. I had lots of

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I truly believe that we are in the most prolific era of worship music composition in history

education and experience in music, but no real worship or theological education. As God continued to push me into worship positions (I often went kicking and screaming), it became obvious that I needed some more education, so I became a student at the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies and received my doctorate in 2008. Creator: Do you find it difficult to manage a music ministry in today’s fastpaces life? Are your people committed to ministry in today’s world? Pat Bennett: I have been blessed with some very talented and dedicated co-laborers in the worship ministry. The choirs and the worship teams have had a strong desire to worship. They understood that we sing and play for an audience of One. They understood that their primary calling is to be lead worshippers. Creator: What are the one or two things that keep you active, interested, challenged and excited to be where you are now and challenges you to look to the future?

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Pat Bennett: It’s hard not to be challenged and interested when you’re surrounded by so much music that reflects God’s creativity. I truly believe that we are in the most prolific era of worship music composition in history. I am always excited when I receive a packet of new choral music demos from various publishers, as well as mp3s and lead sheets of new worship songs. I think the future is strong for worship ministry. Creator: What do you do for “fun” – or just pure enjoyment? Pat Bennett: Read Creator magazine! Really! I also enjoy movies, long drives, and I love to read. Creator: What are the music conferences and workshops you attend to keep yourself updated, fresh and on the cutting edge? Pat Bennett: I always attend the Kempke’s Music Florida Conference, the Alumni Seminars at the Robert Webber Institute, the yearly Orchestra Metro conferences, and I truly enjoy being a part of the Florida Worship Choir & Orchestra retreats and rehearsals.

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Creator: What advice or tips would you provide our readers concerning the “art of music ministry?” How can the church musician/conductor/ singer/educator stay sharp and in tune with the craft and art of church music and other art forms?

Pat Bennett: Listen, listen, and listen! There is so much great worship music in all genres and styles. Remember to listen outside your personal tastes! Creator: In your opinion, what are the ingredients that make a person an effective Worship Leader? Pat Bennett: Humility, humility, and humility. Remember that worship leading is not about you or your preferences. It’s about worshipping God and leading others to a stronger relationship with Him. Planning worship is not about getting to sing your favorite songs. Always strive to plan worship, thinking about not only the people in the pews, but also those who might come through the door the first time. Creator: Please tell us the names of a couple of your personal heroes...those persons along the way who have meant a lot to you in your career, musical and/ or spiritual pilgrimage? Pat Bennett: Besides you, Bob? (And I mean that in all seriousness). Robert Webber, Oral Roberts, Ralph Carmichael, Terry Williams, and someone who taught me more than anyone else about the importance of the people in your ministry – Roger Becks. Creator: If you could do anything you wanted to do at this time, what would it be...or are you doing it now? Pat Bennett: I’m doing it now by teaching about worship in a college setting. Creator: What was your greatest accomplishment in the last three years? Pat Bennett: I think starting a youth worship band at St. John’s was the most important thing that God has allowed me to do.

Creator: What about your greatest struggle? Pat Bennett: I need to be more thankful for the challenging circumstances that occur in ministry, because it is through those circumstances that we grow. Creator: What is the name, author, and publisher of the last book you have read and would recommend to us? Pat Bennett: Jesus of Nazareth by Gerald Borchert, a very detailed and insightful volume, written by a man who has visited and taught in Israel more than 40 times.

Creator: What is the title, composer or arranger, and publisher of the best received choral piece you used in the last year? Pat Bennett: While You Were Sleeping, by Mark Hall, arranged by Dave Williamson, published by Word Music. Creator: What was the last concert you attended and who were the performers? Pat Bennett: Lulu Roman, in a concert at St. John’s.

Creator: What final thought would you like to leave with us? Pat Bennett: Passion for music is not the same as passion for worship. The worship leader must have a passion for serving God and His people. We can do the most beautiful music Sunday after Sunday, but if we don’t love God’s people, we’re only making noise. Creator: Thank you, Pat. May the Father continue to bless, encourage, and guide you in your ministry. fine

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what it is Creator’s Select 20 has always featured the best new church choral music – 20 anthems that will serve most any ministry. We choose by using criteria which include the full spectrum of musical and worship styles. We draw from all publishers, traditions, and styles, regardless of our personal taste. On the actual review (see below to find the detailed reviews) we include a “worship-style bar-graph” to assist you in applying a S20 title to your ministry. The graph, and the “theme” graphic identifiers on the next page, are not used to “pigeonhole” music, but to help our readers in understanding style.

The left edge of the graph would be complex music which is less predictable, often incorporating mixed or no meter, and less familiar tonalities. Texts here focus on poetry or more abstract word painting. The graph’s center represents present-day anthems written in a traditional, non-pop, non-gospel style, with texts that are commonly scripture based and written in second or third person. The right extreme would be pop, gospel, and rock musical styles, commonly including chord symbols in the accompaniment. Texts will be less poetic, more straightforward, and primarily written in first and second person.

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read the full reviews online Creator has changed the way we list Select 20 titles. We now list important information for each Select 20 title here in the magazine, with complete reviews on our website at http://cmag.ws/2m. Our general rules for inclusion in each issue through the editorial selection process are as follows:

• No more than two titles by any composer, arranger, or publisher

length using (S)hort, (M)edium, and (L)ong dynamic level of the ending difficulty using (E)asy, (M)edium, and (D)ifficult

Advent

Easter

Palm Sunday

All Saints

General

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Baptism

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Praise

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Call to Prayer Prayer Response

Call to Worship

Lord’s Supper

Offering Stewardship

Christmas

Missions

Thanksgiving

• Copyright dated this year or last year Scan the QR code to the left of each title to be taken directly to the complete review. The graphic gives an indication of the anthem’s primary use in a worship service.

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The Potter’s Field  V: SATB #: MSM-50-5430 C: William Beckstrand A: Soprano Saxophone, and Organ with opt. Congregation U: Adult • Lent, General P: MorningStar Music ©: 2012

From the Depths V: SAB #: 30106524 C: Dan Schutte A: Keyboard, Guitar, Oboe and Cello U: Adult • Lent, Lord’s Supper, Prayer • Small Church P: OCP ©: 2011

Jesus, I Come V: SATB #: 0 80689 19423 8 E: Phillip Keveren A: KPiano plus solo instrument accompaniment U: Adult • General, Prayer P: Word Music ©: 2012

Sing Now His Song V: SATB #: 0 80689 20323 7 C: Ruth Elaine Schram A: Opt. Handbells incl. Trax U: Adult • Call to Worship, General P: Jubilate ©: 2012

And Now, O Father  V: SATB #: 39156 C: Mark Sirett A: Keyboard U: Adult • Lord’s Supper, Prayer, Concert P: Alfred ©: 2012

Come, Let Us Sing V: SATB #: C5751 E: Joel Raney A: Organ with opt. Brass and Handbells U: Adult • Call to Worship, Praise, General P: Hope ©: 2012

An Offering V: SATB #: BP1964 C: Dan Forrest A: Piano, opt. Orchestration U: Adult • Offeratory, General P: Beckenhorst ©: 2012

Mercy Reigns! V: SATB #: A08642 C: Jay Rouse A: Piano with opt. Rhythm, opt. Trax U: Adult • General, Praise P: PraiseGathering ©: 2011

scan the QR codes to the left of each title with your smartphone for the complete review, or go to http://cmag.ws/2m

Hymn to the Holy Spirit V: SATB #: 30109501 C: Anthony Doherty A: Organ U: Adult • Pentacost, Advent, Lord’s Supper P: Trinitas ©: 2011

He Leadeth Me V: SATB #: 36851 C: Thomas Grassi A: Keyboard, opt. Clarinet (or C instrument) U: Adult • General P: Alfred ©: 2011

OGod, Our Help in Ages Past V: SATB #: 008890 E: Nicholas Palmer A: Descant, Assembly, Brass Quartet, Timpani, Organ U: Adult • General, Reformation, All Saints P: World Library ©: 2012

Sing and Shout Together, Children V: SATB, opt. double bass included #: 080689 20223 0 C: Mary McDonald A: Piano U: Adult • General P: Jubilate ©: 2012

Hallelujah, What a Savior V: A Cappella #: 6-34337-181479 E: Cliff Duren Adult • General, Lord’s Supper, Easter P: LifeWay ©: 2011

The Lord Is Risen Again V: SATB #: MSM-50-4755 C: K. Lee Scott A: Organ, opt. Congregation, Brass Quartet, and Timpani U: Adult • Easter P: MorningStar ©: 2012

Remember V: SATB #: 0 80689 18023 1 E: Gary Rhodes A: Keyboard, opt. Orchestration; opt. Trax U: Adult • Lord’s Supper P: Word Music ©: 2011

New Creation  V: Three-part #: 30109505 C: Jackie Francois A: Assembly, Keyboard, and Guitar U: Adult • Lord’s Supper, Call to Worship • Small Church P: spiritandsong.com ©: 2011

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by Roger W Hicks

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Roger Wayne Hicks has served churches in eight states and Canada fin an adventure of revitalizing music ministry He shares music responsibilities at Pinehurst UMC in North Carolina.

success is of the Lord

How succesful have you been this week? Have you succeeded in reaching goals or accomplishing any undertakings? We live in a success oriented society. Books and magazines geared to personal success have a large readership – a readership of people who are searching for the secrets of success and self improvement. Few people lack the desire to be successful. A committed Christian will certainly want to be the best person which they, through Christ, can be.

The word “victory” can be interpreted as “success in any contest.” The Christian is in a contest with the influence of a secular society, as pointed out by the apostle Paul in Ephesians 6:12. Knowing that through the enabling of Christ we can be victorious, or successful, in this contest, we have a ministry of reminding one another and the congregation of this fact. Even as our music making is a means of God-directed worship, it also serves as a means of expanding our understanding of God as a source of spiritual victory – success in the greatest sense of the word.

Oftentimes we look at success as an unhumble ego-mania

In a music ministry we have the opportunity of providing people with secrets of personal success as we sing. A choir folder, and the complete music library, is, in essence. a motivational successoriented book, which is read and interpreted by us for the total congregation. God surrounds us with songs of success. We accept this as a promise of God when we read in His Word the sentence, “You surround me with songs of victory.” (Psalm 32:7b – Living Bible).

Dear Lord, We ask of You that You will allow us to be more greatly aware of our minstry of success motivation – success which is accomplished through You. Each of us, and the congregation at large, has the daily challenge of living a successful Chrsitan life. Please enable us as music ministers to recognize, interpret, and administer your songs of victory as a form of encouragement toward spiritual success. Amen. fine

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