The music ministry of the local church can be full of challenges. Sometimes you need a little help and encouragement. For that reason, I’ve put together resources for anyone who finds themselves involved in the music ministry of their church. There’s no reason to be overwhelmed. I can help you with organizing your overall music program, planning your music calendar, selecting music, and more. To simplify these challenges, check out our music ministry resources below.;
Helpful Music Ministry Resources
Well, if you’re brand new to heading up a music ministry you may not know where to start. First, read a few articles. You’ll be sure to find answers to many questions like these and many more. Next, take time to listen to the Music for Ministry podcast or sample our music. I’m glad you’re here and hope you will return for more help when it’s needed.
Where will you find the answers to your music ministry questions?
- Where can I purchase choir music?
- How can I be a great choir member?
- How do I start a choir?
- What are ways to include members who don’t read music?
- How do I integrate newer hymns with older ones?
- When should I begin practices for cantatas?
- How do I plan a worship service calendar?
- Where can I find information on improving my conducting?
- How do I incorporate instruments into the worship services?
- What are some ways to organize a church music library?
- How do use music arranging programs such as Finale and Sibelius?
- What are some ways to achieve a better choral blend?
- How do I prepare a church music budget?
- What things should I include in my church music philosophy?
You may still have more music ministry questions to ask.
- How do I recruit choir members?
- What are ways to improve choir practices?
- Where can I find free sacred music arrangements?
- How can I improve congregational singing?
- What type of sound system do I need?
- How do I teach listening skills to my choir?
- Should I consider downloading music over print music?
- How can I be a more effective music leader?
- What role does music play in evangelism?
- How do I teach people to be better singers?
- What are the best ways to mic instruments?
- Where can I find conservative Christian music to listen to?
- What are qualities of a good hymn?
- How do I select music for worship?
- How can singers avoid vocal abuse?
- What is the purpose of church music?
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned church musician, you will benefit from knowing the answers to these questions. I’m looking forward to sharing what I have learned from many years of experience as a minister of music. I’m sure the information will be helpful to you as you seek to serve the Lord in the area of music.
I’d love to hear from you. Do you have music ministry related questions or music ministry resources that you would like share? If so, leave your question or comment below.