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Church Choir

Children and Youth in Worship – A New Paradigm

Other than the traditional graded choir program, are there other possibilities for the twenty-first century? The basics of making a paradigm shift in how we do music and arts in worship is most fascinating. This session will explore the possibilities for renewed interest in music and arts in worship settings for children and youth. Through […]

Des Moines
Thomas R. Vozzella

Filed Under: Interest Session Tagged With: Church Choir, elementary choir, Ensemble Development



And May God Give Us Faith to Sing Always— Purpose beyond Performance

In this session we will explore our vocation as conductors, teachers, performers, and pastoral musicians. While most trade workshops deal with the how to, this one will deal with the more philosophical realm: why do…. Tom Trenney will share his personal journey from conservatory to concert hall to congregation—from performer to servant musician—inviting us all […]

Des Moines IA.
Tom Trenney

Filed Under: Interest Session Tagged With: Church Choir



The Church Choir Reimagined: Priestly, Pastoral, and Participative

Rather than thinking in terms of providing “special” music at a worship service, the church choir can play an active and participative role in leading worship. The church choir, regardless of size and musical ability, has a prominent role in worship leading. In many churches, the choir plays a priestly role that represents the Hebrew […]

Cincinnati OH.
Kai Ton Chau

Filed Under: Interest Session Tagged With: Church Choir



A Passion for Programming

In this session, Phillip Brunelle will share many invaluable insights and perspectives regarding “programming with a passion.” He brings a vast and varied wealth of knowledge and experience in creating and developing concert programs for the church ensemble as well as the professional choir.

Cincinnati OH.
Philip Brunelle

Filed Under: Interest Session Tagged With: Church Choir, Community Choir, Repertoire



Where 10 or 12 Are Gathered: Strategies for Smaller Church Choirs

This session will focus on the unwritten job description of the part-time church music director and strategies, resources, and repertoire for fulfilling these musical and non-musical responsibilities with limited time, limited funding, and a limited number of singers. While this session will focus specifically on smaller church choirs, much of the content will be applicable […]

Dallas, TX
Matt Caine

Filed Under: Interest Session Tagged With: Church Choir, Repertoire



Soul Searching: Is It Time to Rethink the Conventional Model of Youth Choir?

This session will examine a comprehensive study on adolescent spirituality in the United States, focusing on challenges the study presents for congregations and choral musicians hoping to engage teenagers in the church.

Dallas, TX
Eric Mathis

Filed Under: Interest Session Tagged With: Adolescent, Church Choir



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