“The aim and final reason of all music should be nothing else but the glory of God and the refreshment of the spirit.” Johann Sebastian Bach
OVERVIEW
This unit is designed specifically for those who enjoy playing instruments and/or singing with others in a group, be it a rock band, Worship band, a Jazz ensemble, Concert band, String ensemble, or even a Percussion ensemble. Students will learn about various elements that contribute to making of a good ensemble music. Students who select this subject should be willing to play an instrument or sing. The class will play music in small groups from time to time and have opportunities to perform in and out class. Students will also study the rudiments of music that are necessary for good solo and ensemble performances. Students will understand that music is God’s gift to us and is everywhere in the universe to praise God, and to encourage students to use their talents and abilities in their community and church.
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“Praise the Lord, Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with tambourine and dancing, praise him with the strings and flute, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord” Psalm 150