For anyone living on the east coast of the United States, there is a choir music seminar being held on September 15th.
Hiding in Thee
I received a letter tonight from a missionary friend struggling on the field. Though not directly stated, you could hear the struggle that was being faced. My heart went out to the individual. We’ve all been there at various times and in various forms. While contemplating the individual’s situation, the following words came to mind:
“O safe to the Rock That is higher than I.”
There is a Rock more solid than the shaky sand we may be on; there is a Fortress to Whom we can run; yet there is a loving Shepherd Who wishes to lead us “beside the still waters.” Our music speaks often of God’s care for us. This piece is no exception.
The following is an incredible piece of music. The text was written by William Cushing. It is a piece that speaks to the heart, both in the words as well as the music.
Here are the words to the first verse:
“O safe to the Rock that is higher than I,
My soul in its conflicts and sorrows would fly,
So sinful, so weary, Thine, Thine, would I be;
Thou blest Rock of Ages, I’m hiding in Thee.”
Where to find:
Most hymnals will contain this piece.
Christian Music Conference
There is a Christian Music Conference being held in Virginia, Indiana, and Canada this year. This is being hosted by Majesty Music, with The Wilds also represented.
(image from www.majestymusic.com/music-conferences.html )
For Virginia, the general session speaker is Kurt Skelly. Workshops will be held by Ben Everson (vocal), Ron Hamilton, Shelly Hamilton, Jean Cook, Mac & Beth Lynch, as well as other skilled musicians. It sounds amazing!
There will be a free concert held at the end open for the public to attend.
Here are the dates:
Indiana – July 19th-20th
Virginia – August 2nd-3rd
Canada (Ontario) – October 18th-19th
For more information and to register, follow this link.
Rejoice in the Lord on Ocarina
This video is inspirational!! Thank you, Coleton, for blessing us with this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B516BCq55qA
If you click on the links, he has also provided links to ocarinas.
In God We Trust, In God Alone – choir piece
Patriotic piece – yes
Inspirational – yes
Glorifying to God – yes
Biblical – yes
In God We Trust, In God Alone
by Adam Morgan
I knew the first time I heard this that it would be a great piece for our choir. It is magnificent!
Where to find:
Sheet music JWPepper Majesty Music
Audio (only $0.99!)
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Intermediate level hymn arrangements – Play Hymns Book 3
There are times in the music ministry in which one is looking for an intermediate level piece – perhaps as an offertory, or a teaching piece for a student. Perhaps you’re looking for a gift for a teen.
I’ve been blessed with the privilege of teaching piano for many years. This book is a mainstay in my curriculum. The students have loved the arrangements given, enjoy playing them for various ministry opportunities, and often spontaneously just play them for enjoyment.
In particular, two songs are the highlights of this book:
“It Is Well”
“Trust and Obey”
Where to find:
Sheet Music Plus
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Play Hymns, Book 3 10 Piano Arrangements of Traditional Favorites. Arranged by Melody Bober and Robert D. Vandall. Book; Piano Collection; Piano Supplemental. Play Hymns. Christian Family Sunday; Hymn; Sacred; Spring. 24 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.37119). |
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