by Mark J Martin | Jul 8, 2015 | Archived
I entered college with too many interests but no clear direction. I began as a music major, then changed majors several times. Meanwhile, I felt the call to serve in a preaching capacity. I chose a major that would allow me to finish quickly and still get training in...
by Mark J Martin | Jul 1, 2015 | Archived
Download the Song >> When I was in college, during a theory class, we were all in a piano lab. Rows and rows of small keyboards, all connected to the teacher’s headphones. He could push a button and listen into what we were playing. He would then discuss...
by Mark J Martin | Jun 23, 2015 | Archived
Mr. James Horner, I heard of the tragic plane crash that took your life. I looked across the list of films you composed the score for, and I saw a spectrum of movies that bring back memories throughout my lifetime. My childhood in A Land Before Time, An American...
by Mark J Martin | Jun 19, 2015 | Archived
Here are a few links to some helpful resources for the music director. Enjoy! Choir and workshop leaders: make sure you’re on the receiving end from time to time Chris Rowbury reminds choir directors to occasionally take part in a choir or singing day as a reminder...
by Mark J Martin | May 8, 2015 | Archived
Last week, I said that we music directors must repeat songs. Why do you think that is the case? One reason we should repeat songs more often is that the impact of a song is affected by its context. Here’s what I mean. A different combination of songs will bring...
