Author: UUCWC

Chi Yi Breathing

Caryl Tipton, Director, Music Ministry

I can’t tell you how many times singers have said, “Sometimes I just don’t feel like coming to choir after a long day, but I’m always glad I did! I feel better and with more energy after singing!” Breathing is the … read more.

“Choirs Bring a ‘Heart Connection'” – Part One

by Caryl Tipton, Director, Music Ministry

(Excerpts from Choirs Bring a ‘Heart Connection’ by Donald E. Skinner in the Fall 2010 edition of UU World. Reprinted with permission of UU World © UUA)

Have you noticed a new addition to Crossings II in the Order of Service, … read more.

Auld Lang Syne: Sing Your Own Special Song

The Scottish poem Auld Lang Syne was not written by Robert Burns as many believe. He stated that he was only the first to write it down on paper. It translates to “old long since” and means “times gone by” and at the end of … read more.

Musical Traditions

by Caryl Tiption, Director, Music Ministry

In this crazy world we live in, isn’t it nice to have traditions and rituals that connect us to our past and/or can bring us into the future? And…the best thing is when we can enjoy and make new traditions … read more.

The Great Spirit Gave Us Each a Song

The Great Spirit Gave Us Each a Song (Native American Proverb)

I have a drawing with this proverb hanging in my office. It inspires me to continue to encourage everyone in our community to sing their “song” through music. Whether singing along with the hymns chosen … read more.