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My articles for the past few months have been of a serious nature. Thought I’d share some church music humor with you this month! Church Bulletin Music Bloopers: The choir invites any member of the congregation who enjoys sinning to join the choir. A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church … Continue reading Church Bulletin Music Bloopers
Join the Racial Justice Initiative Steering Committee on April 23 at 7pm to further explore this topic. RJI asks that you read Reckless Borrowing or Appropriate Cultural Sharing before the meeting. Email racialjustice@uucwc.org with questions and if you need childcare to attend. by Caryl Tipton, Director, UUCWC Music Ministry I’ve been singing African American spirituals … Continue reading Music and Cultural Mis/Appropriation
Caryl Tipton, Director, Music Ministry Last month I offered Part One of this perspective on Music and Cultural Misappropriation from Rev. Jason Shelton. Next month, I will share some of my own thoughts and perspective. Rev. Jason Shelton is an award-winning composer, arranger, conductor, song- and worship leader, workshop presenter, and coach for clergy and … Continue reading A Perspective on Music and Cultural Misappropriation – Part 2
This month, and next, I’d like to offer this perspective on Music and Cultural Misappropriation from Rev. Jason Shelton. In April, I will share some of my own thoughts and perspective. Rev. Jason Shelton is an award-winning composer, arranger, conductor, song- and worship leader, workshop presenter, and coach for clergy and musicians looking to deepen … Continue reading A Perspective on Music and Cultural Misappropriation
By now, you will have noticed that Crossing Chorale is filling up our “choir loft”. We’ve welcomed “old” friends back and some new friends have joined us. We are thrilled to have Kathy Frey singing again after a few years away. And, Michael Howe-Smith is joyfully in the Bass section again. Sara and Juan del … Continue reading New Faces – and Voices – in the Choir
Although Steve Ryan has played for services at times in the past, I want to officially welcome him as our “new” pianist at UUCWC. A graduate of Westminster Choir College, Steve has extensive background as a director, pianist and singer. He moved to New York City in 1992 to pursue a career in musical theater … Continue reading Welcome Steve Ryan!
Announcing the official line-up for the 2018–2019 UUCWC Concert Series! Erin Busch has set up four shows for this year, two of which are repeats of last year (the South Philly Big Band and Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Five), and two of which will be new events (Alex & Anya and the meditation … Continue reading 2018-2019 UUCWC Concert Series
Rev. Jason Shelton (composer of Standing on the Side of Love and other pieces we sing) is presenting a choral workshop on August 25. Nine people from choir are going. I thought you might be interested too. Workshop: Cycle of Song Presenter: Rev. Jason Shelton Saturday, August 25th 9:30 – 5:00 UU Congregation at Montclair … Continue reading Choral Workshop – August 25
Caryl Tipton, Director, Music Ministry I don’t know about you, but whenever I find a quote, bumper sticker, Facebook posting or anything that inspires me, I post it on a bulletin board above my desk at home (and in the church office). These items illuminate all the various aspects of my world, my heart and … Continue reading Take a Look at Your Wall
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 foundation on which the singing voice is built and … Continue reading Chi Yi Breathing
