Tools for the worshipping musician.
Private Lessons Group Sessions
When I started church music directing, I walked in completely floored at the amount of music I was expected to prepare in one short evening rehearsal.
New worship songs, preludes, offerings, performance pieces...teach all that to a group of volunteers in two hours? Including prayer time?
It was sink or swim. Figure out how to get it done fast and make it sound good, or look for another job. For 11 years I led the bands at Ridge Point Church in Holland, MI, putting big and small ensembles onstage 48 weekends a year. I figured it out.
If you're a worship director, I can show you how to:
- Shorten your rehearsal time
- Make the most of limited resources
- Improve the sound of your band
- Arrange quickly for horns
- Arrange quickly for vocals
Private lessons are available for both piano/keyboard and guitar, beginner to advanced, with an emphasis on real-world stage playing.
We can work at my private teaching studio/rehearsal room in downtown Holland, or onsite at your church.
I'm also fortunate to have a wonderful singer/worship leader/vocal coach who works with me. Randi Helm grew up singing onstage at Willow Creek Church in Chicago, and is just downright impressive in her ability to draw out both singing ensembles and soloists. You'll like her--I'm just sayin'.
Also on this site you'll find practical info, stories from the trenches, musings about church music, etc. (see 'Daily Posts' above).
If you're interested in talking further about working with us, hit the 'Contact' button above, and I'll get right back to you.