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Director resources
l A Choral Director's Guide to Instrumental Conducting—Michael Kemp.
Choral directors are frequently called upon to conduct various instrumental
ensembles, from a few accompanying instruments to a full orchestra. This
very practical and straightforward book provides insights and advice to those
who haven't studied instrumental conducting, who may be new to conducting
instrumentalists, or those who are looking to hone or enhance their skills.
Throughout this book, Michael Kemp explains the most beneficial ways for a
choral conductor to hire, work with, and lead instrumentalists. The different
approach needed to guide instrumental ensembles of varying skill levels is
presented clearly and effectively.
11345239 Spiral-Bound Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
H The Creative Use of Handbells in Worship—Hal Hopson. This is the
first in a planned series of texts from one of today's leading composers/
arrangers of church music. Mr. Hopson gives us a wealth of "tried and
true" suggestions taken from his years as a practitioner directly involved
with music for worship. The book is divided into two main sections entitled
Enlivening Worship Through Handbells and The Creative Use of Handbells in
Hymnsinging. Each section is filled with useful hints and specific examples
which directors of choirs of any size or level of experience will find invaluable.
Complete with authorized reproducible pages of bell music, this is a working
manual that every director should have in their possession.
5603642 Book Reproducible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.95
The Creative Use of Organ in Worship—Hal Hopson. This is an incredible
resource, one that deserves to be in every church music library and one that
every organist can use each and every week! Divided into two parts, Part
One includes ways to use the organ creatively in worship. Included is a list
of modulations from all keys to G Major for the singing of The Doxology (Old
Hundredth) as well as five reharmonizations of The Doxology in both version of
note values. Part One also includes a mini-course in improvising hymntunes for
use as preludes, offertories and postludes, hymn introductions, hymn interludes,
hymn harmonizations and hymn codas. Part Two is an extensive resource of
over 250 hymn reharmonizations. Without question, this is an organist's "must!"
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Foundations of Conducting Technique—Frank Eychaner.
A comprehensive beginning conducting text to facilitate the development of
a clear and expressive conducting technique, this volume addresses three
major areas for beginning conductors: gestural technique, score study, and
leadership. For gestural technique, the text details a number of technical skills,
including the the roles of the right and left hand, basic conducting patterns
and their derivatives, and conducting with varied articulations (staccato,
legato, and marcato), among others. A variety of score study methods are
presented, and finally, the text addresses how to be an effective and ethical
leader from the podium. A major contribution to conducting pedagogy and an
extraordinary resource that distills the essence of effective conducting gesture.
11203497 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.95
l Let Our Words Become Flesh—Terry W. York. This book is meant to be a
bridge connecting Sunday's worship to the following week's daily life and work
by means of words that sound and shape a Christ-like worldview. After an
overarching introduction that creates the environment for all that follows, the
book is divided into six sections: Prayers, Blessings, Child Dedication, Litanies,
Benedictions, and Poetry. Each section includes its own introduction as well
as illustrative examples that can be used in worship.
11360449 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.00
Managing Music Ministry (Beyond Notes and Chords)—
Stephen Petrunak & Randall Phillips. This book confronts the everyday issues
faced by those managing a church music program. Divided into two sections,
it covers not only the management of a music program but also the musical and
nonmusical issues a music director encounters. Together, Stephen Petrunak
and Fr. Randall Phillips share their knowledge and expertise gained collectively
from more than 15 years of corporate experience, 40 years of music ministry
leadership, and 30 years of priesthood. Petrunak guides readers through the
management of people, conflicts, financial resources, and time while Fr. Phillips
considers the spiritual elements of leading a music ministry. This book is a
practical, insightful guide for anyone managing a church music program.
10492250 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.95
Preaching to the Choir: The Care and Nurture of the Church Choir—
Wayne Wold. With readable, knowing, and often witty writing, Wayne Wold
provides helpful guidance for every choir director about the care and nurture
of the church choir. His "Eleven Things Not To Say At Choir Rehearsal" alone
makes this volume worth adding to your library.
8065482 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.99
Restore Our Song (A Resource for Restarting Your Choir)—Lee Dengler
& Susan Naus Dengler. After the shut-down of choirs in 2020, directors
and choirs are looking towards an exciting re-birth. This new reproducible
resource offers a packed "toolbox" of ideas to help restart your choir - while
hopefully even re-building it to new heights. Ideas include an opening "kick-off"
fellowship and service; devotions on the themes of deliverance and renewal;
easy anthem suggestions to get the choir back in shape quickly; service
ideas including a hymn sing; recruitment tips; a simple chorus for choir and
congregation titled Restore Our Song, and more.
11319359 CD-ROM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
CHOIR DEVOTIONS
Choir Rehearsal Prayers—Quentin Faulkner. As a church choir rehearses
weekly to proclaim the Word through song, it is appropriate that rehearsals
should contain prayer. This collection contains succinct, meaningful prayers
for use throughout the church year. A must have for every choir!
9511849 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
Devotions for Choirs—Genevieve & Herman DeHoog. Devotions to use for
all occasions throughout the Christian year. A prayer completes each devotion.
These can be used at choir rehearsals or before worship service begins.
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In Spirit and in Truth: Devotional Thoughts and Prayers for
Worshipers—Marty Parks. With unique insight into scripture and a wealth of
experience in music ministry, Marty Parks presents this book of sixty devotional
thoughts and prayers based on significant scripture passages. Whether you're
a worship leader, worship ministry participant, or anyone "following hard after
God," these devotionals are designed to encourage and prompt you to worship
God and to lean on His leading in your life and ministry. These encouraging
glimpses into God's word can be used as a companion for personal reflection
and devotion times or to aid in rich and unifying group study.
10771836 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.95
One-Minute Devotions for the Church Musician—Nancy M. Raabe.
A three-year series of devotional books, these thoughtful volumes are
presented as a resource to correspond with the Revised Common Lectionary.
Brief commentaries on scripture readings or hymn texts are presented with
the goal of helping church musicians in their personal relationship with the
One from whom all worship originates. An excellent way to begin the weekly
rehearsal or prayer before the Sunday service.
10150589 Paperback Book Cycle A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
10280934 Paperback Book Cycle B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
10282696 Paperback Book Cycle C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
Rehearsing the Soul—Terry York. Church choirs prepare musically and
vocally each week, but "Rehearsing The Soul" gives your choir members an
opportunity to also prepare their spirit as they bring the messages of our Lord
to the congregation. This easy-to-use collection is presented in a seasonal
format. Each week's devotional reflection begins with a Scripture or hymn
passage and concludes with a brief prayer.
8024671 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
Ringing True (Prayers for Handbell Ringers)—Linda Stahelin.
A perfectly wonderful and imaginative collection of prayers to be used with
handbell choirs throughout the year. Each one begins with a scripture and
personal thoughts on the art of music ministry.
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l Ringing Deeply (A devotional book for handbell ringers, directors, and
fans)—Brian Childers. This devotional book will help deepen your handbell
ringing experience. Divided into three sections - The Christian Year, Seasons,
and Special Celebrations - each devotion includes scripture, reflections,
poetry, hymn texts, prayers, and recommended music for solo/ensemble and
choirs of all levels. Space is provided for journaling. Indexes offer the reader
a well-researched listing of all related material. This book will provide context
and meaning for the entire year of ringing and beyond, enriching the ringing
worship experience.
11364121 Devotional book with music suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00
To God I Give My Melody—Susan Palo Cherwien. These meditations for
hymn festivals, worship services, and for private reading are inspirational and
thought-provoking. They reflect the writer's years of experience in crafting
meaningful worship. The book also includes a template for hymn festivals that
allows the reader to creatively construct this special form of worship for their
congregation. Not to be missed.
11110135 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.00
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