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Christmas from the Heart
Charles R. Clevenger
These piano arrangements are suitable for church use as preludes or offertories. Dr. Charles Clevenger, master teacher and long time concert pianist, has edited these tunes for use in the private studio by piano teachers.
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Near to the Heart
Charles R. Clevenger
These piano arrangements are suitable for church use as preludes or offertories. Selections include Day by Day; Great Is Thy Faithfulness; Holy, Holy, Holy/Fairest Lord Jesus; I Surrender All; In the Garden; Near to the Heart of God; O How I Love Jesus; The Lord Is My Shepherd/Savior, Like a Shepherd; The Unclouded Day, and; There Is a Balm in Gilead.
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The Jubilant Sound Band Method
Michael P. DiCuirci
This book is designed as a method of instuction for the development of the beginning instrumental musician, school or church.
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Weeding Impatience: Growing in Patience
Louima Lilite
"Hurry up! We're late!" "I need it now!" "You have to be out the door in five minutes!" "How long do I have to wait, God?" These and dozens of other messages can lead to a frenzied, hurried life. The instant-gratification mindset, combined with a drive to cram as much activity as possible into any given day, has made us an impatient people- with harmful results to relationships, health, work, finances, and even our walk with God. If you're tired of the frantic pace that often wears you out, you've picked up the right book-Weeding Impatience is a thorough biblical approach to getting your life in order by learning to be more patient in all things. Presented in a compelling and thoughtful manner that includes true-life stories and examples, Weeding Impatience will start you on the very rewarding journey toward a lifestyle of quiet surrender to God-and big improvements for you and your family as you learn to reset and experience the peace that comes with patience.
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When Music Meets Faith: Reflecting on Musical Terms for a Deeper Faith
Louima Lilite
Music is powerful-it can bring people to tears, to laughter, to quiet reflection, and to boisterous dancing. In When Music Meets Faith, Dr. Louima Lilite uses musical terms and symbols to shed new light on the believer's journey toward and with Christ. This book is equally relevant to someone with years of musical training under his or her belt as it is to someone with no musical background whatsoever. The explanations, stories, and imagery will bring to life the power of music and the wisdom that can be drawn from it. If you are looking for a refreshing devotional that will help you integrate your faith into all areas of your life, "When Music Meets Faith" is the devotional that will help you do so.
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Maestros of Ministry: Their Legacy in the Department of Music & Worship
David Matson, Sandra S. Yang, and Austin M. Doub
This book presents a brief history of the Cedarville University Department of Music and Worship through the lens of the lives of six current or retired faculty members from 1965 to 2019. The featured Maestros are David Matson, Lyle Anderson, Charles Pagnard, Michael DiCuirci, Sr., Charles Clevenger, and Steven Winteregg. The biographies and history focus on the Maestros’ contributions to the Department and University in their devotion to service and ministry to students. The story reveals the sovereign hand of God in bringing each faculty member to the Department at just the right time to meet particular needs for critical growth.
The book is a result of archival studies in the Centennial Library Special Collections and personal interviews with each Maestro.
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The Pianist's Guide to Historic Improvisation
John Mortensen
Keyboard artists in the time of J.S. Bach were simultaneously performers, composers, and improvisers. By the twentieth century, however, the art of improvisation was all but lost. Today, vanishingly few classically-trained musicians can improvise with fluent, stylistic integrity. Many now question the system of training that leaves players dependent upon the printed page, and would welcome a new approach to musicianship that would enable modern performers to recapture the remarkable creative freedom of a bygone era.
The Pianist's Guide to Historic Improvisation opens a pathway of musical discovery as the reader learns to improvise with confidence and joy. Useful as either a college-level textbook or a guide for independent study, the book is eminently practical. Author John Mortensen explains even the most complex ideas in a lucid, conversational tone, accompanied by hundreds of musical examples. Mortensen pairs every concept with hands-on exercises for step-by-step practice of each skill. Professional-level virtuosity is not required; players of moderate skill can manage the material. Suitable for professionals, conservatory students, and avid amateurs, The Pianist's Guide leads to mastery of improvisational techniques at the Baroque keyboard. -
The Dynamics of Corporate Worship
Vernon M. Whaley
Worship wars rage. Wounded worshipers are left scattered along the highway of biblical worship. Issues over worship preferences, traditions, music styles, cultural identity, and more are invitations to controversy. How can church leaders today guide their congregations into effective worship with so many differences of opinion? The purpose of this book—the sixth in the Ministry Dynamics for a New Century series—is to redirect the debate to the core issue: a biblical understanding of what corporate worship really is. In three sections, the author examines elements necessary to genuine worship, the biblical definition and examples of worship, and practical strategies for planning corporate worship. The book also includes a timeline of the history of corporate worship and a list of resources for planning and preparing worship.
