Music-Religious-Christian

From Sacred Song to Ritual Music identifies the shifts in understanding that have led to significant changes in Roman Catholic worship music theory and practice during the twentieth century.In this guide, nine documents are chosen to answer five questions for the future: What is...

In the study of Christian liturgical music, the first three centuries of the Christian era are foundational. Seldom, however, does this period receive serious attention from scholars. One of the reasons for this oversight is the fluid auditory environment of this period, and the...

These worship resources are inclusive in reference to God and humanity, and reflect concern for justice and peace in the world. They are also theologically sound, scripturally based, and well written. They are contemporary yet dignified and graceful in tone, and full of rich...

Author: Donnie Ralph Jr. RieserISBN-10: 1453574913ISBN-13: 9781453574911Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/10/2010Pages: 94Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

Life can be difficult. But does God care? Don Moen has learned to lean on God's promises in good times as well as bad and he says, "You can still trust Him." "A person would need to look a long time to find a...

Includes twenty-four selections, transcribed and arranged by Hugo Frey: Deep River * Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen * Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.Author: Alfred MusicISBN-10: 0769215327ISBN-13: 9780769215327Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1979Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.39lbsSize: 11.96h x 8.86w x 0.18d

The gospel songs of Bill and Gloria Gaither have been cherished for generations. This collection features contemporary solo piano arrangements of their most popular melodies. Approximate performance times are included. Titles: Because He Lives * Come, Holy Spirit * The Family of God, with...

With this new lectionary commentary series, Westminster John Knox offers the most extensive resource for preaching on the market today. When complete, the twelve volumes of the series will cover all the Sundays in the three-year lectionary cycle, along with movable occasions, such as...

(Easy Piano Songbook). Easy arrangements of 29 traditional songs of faith: Amazing Grace * Church in the Wildwood * His Eye Is on the Sparrow * Just a Closer Walk with Thee * In the Garden * Precious Memories * Rock of Ages *...

Platinum-award winning country music star Scotty McCreery shares his journey from North Carolina to American Idol and the top of the country music charts.American Idol was just a simple singing competition that seemed fun to audition for. Who knew what kind of doors it...

This reflective solo piano collection is appropriate for times of silent prayer. The meditative arrangements are both calming and inspirational. Titles: Have Thine Own Way, Lord * I Have Decided to Follow Jesus * I Surrender All * Is Your All on the Altar?...

The Lord's song sings faith into people's hearts. Music is central to the life of the church. In Church Music: For the Care of Souls, Phillip Magness helps the church to recover the primary instrument in worship: congregational voices. With voices raised, we sing...

Christian Music: A Global History was originally published by Lion Hudson in 2011. This new edition has been substantially extended and updated. Dr Tim Dowley's wide-ranging survey includes contributions from nine additional experts. The book covers the Jewish musical tradition; early hymns and psalms;...

I arranged fourteen carols for all crosspicking mandola (CGDA) or tenor banjo players. Whether you play carols under the Christmas tree or Nativity scene at the church, I wish you a merry and happy Christmas. Crosspicking is technnique where you switch between that are...

This edited volume explores the richness and diversity of Christian musical traditions in the Americas. The essays present a cross-section of current scholarship on Christian sacred music and the approaches to studying them in context.Author: Andrew ShentonISBN-10: 1538183560ISBN-13: 9781538183564Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A book of twenty-one popular and widely familiar Christmas tunes arranged for ukulele (Low G). The book contains twenty solos and one duet (Carol of the Bells). The arrangements include carols, hymns and other songs, in addition to two classical pieces often associated with...

Christian Thinking explores the much needed subject of what Christians are to be putting into their heads and dwelling upon. It covers a wide range of related subjects: attitude, perspective, objectivity, godly love, discipleship, servitude, gratitude, etc. Easy to read and understand, this book...

John Frame answers objections to contemporary worship music by noting its biblical strengths and benefits in worship.Endorsements"Here, at last, is a case-and one made articulately and wonsomely-for using contemporary music in worship with theological integrity. . . . it is rare to find an...

Graham Kendrick, John Bell and John Harper join other top names in religious music in this manual for church musicians which covers all tastes and styles. They explore what kind of music will speak in today's consumerist, multi-cultural, post-modern society where church attendance is...

38 carefully chosen songs to enrich collective worship in primary schools. Includes helpful guidance notes with suggestions for actions, stories, themes and celebrations to use all year round. Tuneful songs on thought-provoking subjects.Author: Sue FearonISBN-10: 1408196964ISBN-13: 9781408196960Publisher: HarperCollins UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/14/2013Pages: 80Format: SpiralWeight: 0.79lbsSize:...

Traditional requiem texts, among them the anonymous medieval Latin poem Dies Irae ("Day of Wrath"), have inspired an untold number of composers in different ages and serving different religions, Western and Eastern. This book, the first comprehensive survey of requiem music for nearly half...

A dictionary containing 3500 biographical entries, each representing a composer whose work has been used within the worship of the church in Britain and Ireland.Author: Robert Evans, Maggie HumphreysISBN-10: 0720123305ISBN-13: 9780720123302Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/30/1998Pages: 448Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.61lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d

The Encyclopedia of American Gospel Music is a comprehensive reference source covering all aspects of both African American and white gospel from history and performers to recording techniques and styles, as well as the influence of gospel on different musical genres and cultural trends....

(Guitar Chord Songbook). The second edition of this popular book in the Guitar Chord Songbook series features an updated songlist, with 80 songs in all: All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth * Baby, It's Cold Outside * Christmas Pipes *...

(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Artist Songbook). Robin Mark is a worship leader at one of the largest churches in Northern Ireland and his worship music blends traditional Irish instrumentation with the passion of modern worship. His albums have sold over 650,000 units. This compilation features 14 of...

Easy to intermediate solos scored for B-flat trumpet solo with keyboard accompaniment. Includes fifteen favorite carols: Ding, Dong, Merrily on High; I Saw Three Ships; O Come, All ye Faithful and many more. A separate 20-page insert pull-out part is provided for the trumpet.Author:...

The purpose of this devotional is to allow the church worship team to come together prior to rehearsal or service for a time of learning, encouraging, strengthening, and prayer. This book presents a weekly devotional based on topics that are relevant for the individual...

Ultimately, what really does it mean to be creative? How can we see ourselves as participating in the creativity of God for mission? All people are creative. Sadly, however, for many, creativity is stifled and remains stunted due to several reasons--social, economic, political, cultural,...

S. F. Coffman edited this treasury of praise and song into 657 selected standard hymns. It was noted in 1927 that this was "a collection of hymns and sacred songs suitable for use in public worship, worship in the home, and all general occasions."...

Are you cursed with two left feet? Are your dance moves unrighteous? Do you refrain from getting down lest others judge you cruelly? Fear not. Salvation is at hand. Singing hymns of praise is standard practice-now it's time to set your feet a-tapping with...

Dr. Howard Thurman explores how protest and resistance are expressed in spirituals as well as how these songs have been a "spiritual watering hole" in his life..Author: Howard ThurmanISBN-10: 0913408204ISBN-13: 9780913408209Publisher: Friends United PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/30/1975Pages: 160Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.53lbsSize: 8.48h x 5.45w x 0.51d

Yuletide favorites by twenty-four different composers are gathered in this compilation of traditional and classical organ works. Assembled by noted musicologist and organist Rollin Smith, these holiday classics will enchant beginners as well as their audiences.All of Paris, according to legend, flocked to church...

I arranged fourteen carols for all crosspicking mandolin players. Whether you play carols under the Christmas tree or Nativity scene at the church, I wish you a merry and happy Christmas. Crosspicking is technnique where you switch between that are next to each other...

Nothing heralds the majesty of Christmastime like the brilliance and beauty of brass Gabriel V Brass Ensemble presents a new collection of music for Christmas by masters of brass, including Rolf Smedvig, Anthony DiLorenzo, Morten Lauridsen, William Berry, and more. From the overflow of...

Christian Sacred Music in the Americas explores the richness of Christian musical traditions and reflects the distinctive critical perspectives of the Society for Christian Scholarship in Music. This volume, edited by Andrew Shenton and Joanna Smolko, is a follow-up to SCSM's Exploring Christian Song...

For this collection, concert pianist Marilynn Ham has taken well-loved hymn, folk, spiritual, and classical melodies and turned them into beautiful solo piano arrangements. Rich textures, inspired by the Romantic composers, are combined with appealing contemporary harmonies. To assist in planning, approximate performance times...

(Shawnee Press). 10 refreshing hymn settings with a touch of light jazz. Gentle on the ear and enriching to the soul, these arrangements are well-suited for church services, recitals or personal enjoyment. Includes a foreword by Joseph M. Martin and Mark Hayes. Titles include:...

This small book, the last work of a world-renowned scholar, has established itself as a classic. It provides a superb overview of the vast historical process by which Christianity was Hellenized and Hellenic civilization became Christianized. Werner Jaeger shows that without the large postclassical...

I arranged fourteen carols for all clawhammer ukulele players. Whether you play carols under the Christmas tree or Nativity scene at the church, I wish you a merry and happy Christmas. Includes: Adeste Fideles (O Come, All Ye Faithful), Away In A Manger, Bring...

(Guitar Play-Along). The Guitar Play-Along Series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily Just follow the tab, listen to the CD to hear how the guitar should sound, and then play along using the separate backing tracks. The melody and lyrics...

Satan and his agents are at work to frustrate the purpose of God for humanity. He has both spiritual and human agents. His spiritual forces are demons while his human forces are witches and wizards, Occult individuals and his worshipers. The devil has one...

The history of American church music is a particularly fascinating and challenging subject, if for no other reason than because of the variety of diverse religious groups that have immigrated and movements that have sprung up in American. Indeed, for the first time in...

(E-Z Play Today). Easy-to-play arrangements of 23 songs of the season: Angels We Have Heard on High * Away in a Manger * Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella * Deck the Hall * The First Noel * Go, Tell It on the Mountain *...

A collection of the world's most famous carols arranged for piano students. Most are fairly easy and modern, with popular harmonic settings to appeal to young students and audiences alike.Author: Robert BenedictISBN-10: 0871666553ISBN-13: 9780871666550Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1987Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 11.75h...

This collection of papers provides a synoptic view of the relationship between music, theology and Christian learning. It includes theological reflections on the nature and power of the musical experience, together with psychological, philosophical and educational perspectives; and draws on practical experience and empirical...

An important historical document as well as an inspirational gift, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit captures the rich connections between song and experience as no other volume does. For over 200 years in African-American churches throughout the country, gospel and spiritual music have...

Sacred Music for Simple HarpsWhether you're just starting to play melody lines, or you are advancing into adding harmony and chords, you'll love these 19 Christian hymns for the smaller, unlevered harp tuned in C.Join in the tradition of harpers, who for thousands of...

This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

Ecologies of Resonance in Christian Musicking Rexplores a diverse range of Christian musical activity through the conceptual lens of resonance, a concept rooted in the physical, vibrational, and sonic realm that carries with it an expansive ability to simultaneously describe personal, social, and spiritual...

Has modern physics proven that the universe was created by absolutely nothing? Absolutely not Have modern cosmology and Darwinian evolution eliminated the need for God? Absolutely not Have the new atheists demonstrated the irrelevance of theology and philosophy in the pursuit of Truth? Not...