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DIRECTOR RESOURCES
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59.95
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. A major contribution to conducting pedagogy and an extraordinary
resource that distills the essence of effective conducting gesture.
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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.
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Rebuild and Renew (A 12-Step Program to Fire Up Your Choir!)—
Patti Drennan. This new resource book is the perfect companion to the best-
selling Restore Our Song. With input from church musicians coast to coast, this
book provides a wealth of tools, tips, ideas, and downloadable components
to truly rebuild your choir and music program while renewing those who
participate in it. Chapters include The Choir as Community; The Productive
Rehearsal; Recruit, Rebuild and "Youth-anize"; Choir Devotionals and more.
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11319359 CD-ROM-Restore Our Song Reproducible Book . . . . . . . . . .24.95
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.
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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!
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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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From Glory into Glory (Reflections for Worship)—Susan Cherwien.
Following on the success of the first volume, "Crossings', this second volume
of meditations for hymn festivals and worship services includes the same
beautiful expressions of faith that have made the composer's work so well-
known. The book includes suggestions for appropriate hymns that might
be matched with each meditation, as well as an index of hymn festivals that
served as the inspiration for these meditations.
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In Spirit and in Truth: Devotional Thoughts and Prayers for
Worshipers—Marty Parks. 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 this resource
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.
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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 Book 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.
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