Music-Religious-Christian

Religion and music are complementary resources for interpreting our lives. Music serves the sacred in ways that can be specified and articulated, yet the connection between them has been sorely neglected in the scholarly study of religion. In The Sacred in Music, Albert Blackwell...

This book is the most thorough and extensive history of English parish church music ever published, covering the period from the late middle ages to the present day. Through the ages English parish churches have resounded to all manner of music, ranging from the...

Beginning pianists of all ages can have the pleasure and satisfaction of playing one of classical music's best-known compositions with this edition of George Frideric Handel's Messiah. Based on the Book of Psalms from the King James Bible, the 1741 oratorio was originally an...

A masterpiece of the choral literature, Mozart's Requiem, his last work, was commissioned in the summer of 1791 but left incomplete at the time of the composer's death in December of the same year. His colleague Franz S ssmayer finished the work, based on...

In the late fifteenth century the newly built Sistine Chapel was home to a vigorous culture of musical composition and performance. Josquin des Prez stood at its center, singing and composing for the pope's private choir. Josquin's Rome offers a new reading of the...

In the Middle Ages, relic cults provoked rich expressions of devotion not only in hagiographic literature and visual art but also in liturgical music and ritual. Despite the long-recognized inter-play between these diverse media, historians of the period rarely integrate analysis of sacred music...

Voices of the Magi explores the popular Catholic musical ensembles of southeastern Brazil known as folias de reis (companies of kings). Composed predominantly of low-income workers, the folias reenact the journey of the Wise Men to Bethlehem and back to the Orient, as they...

CHAPTER 5The Text1. MEANING OF THE TERM The word "text "is derived from the Latin "texere "("to weave"), which figuratively came to signify to put together, to construct, and hence to compose, to express thought in continuous speech or writing. The noun "textus "thus...

The book contains 44 tunes for G tuning Banjo (gDGBD). Check out samples from book: http: //osos.sweb.cz/Sarek-Guitar-and-Guitalele-preview.pdf Gregorian chant belongs to the oldest music being preserved in such scope till present; moreover it is still performed but also is one that mostly influenced the...

In this first detailed study of seventeenth-century sepolcri--sacred operas written for court performance on Holy Thursday and Good Friday--Robert L. Kendrick delves into the political and artistic world of Habsburg Vienna, in which music and ritual combined on the stage to produce a thoroughly...

Gregorian chant belongs to the oldest music being preserved in such scope till present; moreover it is still performed but also is one that mostly influenced the history and presence of music. For the reason it is important for guitar players to meet this...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Author: Karen SimmonsISBN-10: 1594678111ISBN-13: 9781594678110Publisher: Xulon PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/25/2005Pages: 168Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.20w x 0.45d

Now Available in Paperback With this new lectionary commentary series, Westminster John Knox offers the most extensive resource for preaching on the market today. This set includes all four volumes referencing Year B of the Revised Common Lectionary. It covers all the Sundays in...

Grammy's Sunday School Songs are captivating and unique melodies that will have you and your children singing the Lord's praises.Songs are one of God's most powerful tools for building loving relationships and a strong faith. There is nothing sweeter than the sound of children's...

Victorian-era divas who were better paid than some corporate chairmen, the boy soprano who grew up to give Bing Crosby a run for his money, music directors who were literally killed by the job-the plot of a Broadway show or a dime-store novel? No,...

Throughout the modern period, history has been the dominant lens through which preachers have viewed the biblical text. The historical-critical method--with its emphasis on the context of a scriptural text's origins--has been the principal, or sole, tool with which preachers have approached the question...

(Vocal Score). Reduction for voice and piano based on the critical edition. Includes historical introduction and critical commentary in Italian and English.Author: Antonio VivaldiISBN-10: 8875929750ISBN-13: 9788875929756Publisher: RicordiLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2015Pages: 102Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.62lbsSize: 10.75h x 7.75w x 0.27d

In Handbook for Multisensory Worship, Volume 2, Kim Miller and the worship team of Ginghamsburg Church--widely known for their innovative use of multimedia elements in worship--provide more practical guidance for planning and conducting dynamic worship celebrations. Through the skillful blending of contemporary media such...

With the twelve-volume series Feasting on the Word, Westminster John Knox Press offers one of the most extensive and well-respected resources for preaching on the market today. When complete, the twelve volumes will cover all of the Sundays in the three-year lectionary cycle, along...

Collection of sermons preached at the 2013 Festival of Young Preachers on the theme "Gospel and the City." This book is a unique and valuable collection of what is on the minds and hearts of preachers ages 14 to 28 from a variety of...

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...

Here are 144 Hymns for Daily Prayer arranged by the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Ordinary Time with Ukulele Chords using three fingers: Index, Middle, and Ring. 93 traditional melodies, most from the public domain plus 10 by the author.How it happened...

Gregorian Chant offers a detailed tutorial in the history and liturgy of Gregorian chant for musicians and musicologists, clergy and liturgists, passionate participants, and others who are interested in the revival of chant in the church, today.Author: Daniel SaulnierISBN-10: 1557255547ISBN-13: 9781557255549Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA)Language:...

(Guitar Collection). This book can be used on its own, as a supplement to Guitar Worship Method Book 1 (00695681) or with any other guitar method. You get lyrics, chord frames, strumming patterns, and a full-band audio tracks available online using the unique access...

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...

"When church historians reflect on the worship revolution that happened around the turn of the 21st century, Darlene Zschech will be credited for playing a major role," Bill Hybels says. While challenging the Christian in the congregation to be an extravagant worshiper, Zschech also...

Timothy R. Smith's Forever I Will Sing 2021 Metered Keyboard Edition is a complete collection of through-composed Responsorial Psalm & Gospel Acclamations for 2021 Liturgical Year B. - Psalm & Gospel Acclamation settings for Sundays & Holy Days (Nov 29, 2020 - Nov 25,...

Timothy R. Smith's Forever I Will Sing 2022 Metered Guitar/Vocal Edition is a complete collection of through-composed Responsorial Psalm & Gospel Acclamations for 2022 Liturgical Year C. Each verse is uniquely set to the natural rhythm of the text. - Psalm & Gospel Acclamation...

This edition of Brahms' greatest, most ambitious vocal work is reprinted from the definitive edition of the composer's works, prepared by Breitkopf & H rtel of Leipzig. Inexpensive but sturdily constructed to provide years of pleasurable use, this full score combines all the musical...

This booklet contains a variety of traditional Catholic hymns in Latin.Author: Gregory The GreatISBN-10: 1987436016ISBN-13: 9781987436013Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/02/2018Pages: 70Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.41lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.15d

Solid Ground is in the process of doing a new enlarged edition of this classic work that is useful for public, private and family worship. An esteemed collection of 1,156 hymns of rich theological content, many of which are not found in any other...

Timothy R. Smith's Forever I Will Sing 2021 Metered Guitar/Vocal Edition is a complete collection of through-composed Responsorial Psalm & Gospel Acclamations for 2021 Liturgical Year B. - Psalm & Gospel Acclamation settings for Sundays & Holy Days (Nov 29, 2020 - Nov 25,...

This book provides a commentary on the message of Messiah. Handel's great oratorio gives a marvellous portrayal of the Person and Work of Jesus Christ: the anticipation of his coming, his birth, his ministry, his sufferings and death, his resurrection and his ascension -...

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...

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...

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...