Training Resources for Church Musicians
Great music lifts the words of a song off the song-sheet and into our hearts. If you've ever wished you could do this better at church, you'll find this page an invaluable resource. It has everything you need to build a Christ-centered music ministry from the ground up.
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» Reason Music Blog: Your music questions answered
Got questions about running the worship music at your church? Need advice for tricky situations? We'll post our thoughts here in response to any questions you might have. Feel free to comment and leave your thoughts too!
» Solutions to common music problems at church
Wondering how to make music at church better, but just can't work out how? Finding it tough serving with music? If you're stressed, tired or just uninspired, take heart! You're not alone and there's a lot you can do!
» How to arrange a band for church (and make it sound great!)
A brief guide to arranging songs for church.
» Leading music in a small church
When we experience the vibrant music of a larger church it's easy to get disheartened about our own small music team. This article will show you how God has already given your church every gift it needs to joyfully worship Him in song together. It's all about faithfulness and doing the fundamental things well!
This is the workshop Alex ran at Emu Music's TWIST Conference in Sydney, June 2008. The workshop was supplemented by a 90-page booklet that is available to order here.
» Church musicians' questionnaire
Hand this questionnaire out to your music team to get an idea of how best to use the gifts your music team has, and what areas you might focus on for training.
» Church song survey
One of the challenges in church music is choosing a well-balanced weekly list of songs. This survey is one tool you can use to keep your music faithful, fresh and enjoyable.
» FAQs about church music
Some answers to common questions about music in church - What's God's take on music? What does he expect us to do with it?
» Let us know what you think
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