*The following is a paper written as part of my master’s coursework. The research and thought that generated this paper have had a profound impact
Tag: sacred music
Publication – The Silent Carol
Recently, I had the joy of writing on my favorite carol for Deus ex Musica, a fantastic publication and resource for musicians, ministers, and students.
Choral Dissonance: Separating Musical and Biblical Literacy
“Who’s Goliath?” The past week, I’ve entrenched in Christmas concerts and rehearsals with a community college, a public high school, and a community choir. It
Accompanist: Part 1
When I began to work professionally as a musician, the term “accompanist” was beginning to be replaced by “collaborative pianist.” This was intended to acknowledge
Grief turned Grace
We all remember Palm Sunday last year. I remember it as the first year in a long time that I did not rise early to
Were You There?
One of my favorite Passion Week hymns is “Were You There?” I have formative memories of it being sung by a lone baritone in a
A Bookish Charm 