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Music Ministry Essentials: Guitar for Catholic Worship
Discover Music Ministry Essentials: Guitar for Catholic Worship, a program designed to enrich your worship music experience and strengthen your community bonds. Perfect for both seasoned music leaders and those just starting their guitar-playing journey, this modular program adapts to your skill level and schedule.
Through practical lessons and spiritual guidance, you’ll develop the skills to lead heartfelt worship with confidence and grace. Focused on elevating your musical abilities while deepening your connection to the faith community, this program empowers you to create meaningful, uplifting worship moments.
Join us and transform your music ministry, one inspiring chord at a time!
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April 27, 2025Â
Location:
Hachioji Octore, Sound Room (11th Floor)Â
Time:
9 AM – 5 PMÂ
Fee:
ÂĄ3,000 (includes workshop access and recorded materials for future use)Â
Capacity:
Limited to 19 participantsÂ
Registration Deadline:
March 27, 2025Â
What’s Waiting for You?
- Step-by-Step Curriculum – Clear, guided lessons focused on essential guitar techniques to enhance your worship music.
- The Three T’s Framework – Master the key elements of Tune, Time, and Tone to create uplifting and memorable musical experiences.
- Available to All – Perfect for individuals from small gatherings to larger communities.
- Learn from the Experts – Led by renowned facilitators Vilma Esquivel and Patricia Vlieg, whose expertise in music performance and music ministry leadership ensures a transformative experience.
A Unique Opportunity
Not only will you enhance your playing skills, but you’ll also contribute to a live recording session—an integral part of an online course that will inspire worship communities worldwide. Plus, participants will receive complimentary access to the finished program. This workshop is more than a chance to refine your skills—it’s about coming together to share the joy of music while creating an impact that goes beyond the individual. It’s an opportunity to grow musically and spiritually, all while serving a greater purpose. Transform how you approach worship music and bring your community closer together. Reserve your spot today before it’s gone!
Module 1: Introduction to Worship Guitar
Overview of how the guitar enhances worship. Brief explanation of the "Three T's Framework" (Tune, Time, Tone) and its importance in leading heartfelt worship.
Module 2: Mastering Guitar Tuning
Step-by-step guide to standard tuning (EADGBE) using tuners and by ear. Introduction to chord checks for accuracy and alternate tunings for liturgical variety.
Module 3: Understanding Rhythm in Worship
Techniques for developing rhythmic consistency through beat counting and hand-clapping. Demonstration of strumming patterns for common time signatures (4/4, 3/4, 6/8)
Module 4: Chord Basics for Liturgical Music
Explanation of major, minor, and dominant chord structures. Practical use of a capo to transpose keys and adapt to different vocal ranges.
Module 5: Creating Dynamic Worship Music
Techniques for tone shaping through strumming, arpeggios, and strategic silence. Tips on creating dynamic contrasts to enhance liturgical moments.
Module 6: Playing Together as an Ensemble
Skills for ensemble cohesion, including clear song starts, stops, and transitions. Exercises on adjusting playing styles to suit different worship spaces.Â
Module 7: Practical Application in Worship
Participants perform a medley of worship songs as a group, integrating skills learned in tuning, rhythm, chord theory, tone shaping, and ensemble playing.
Module 8: Reflection and Continuous Growth
Summary of key learnings. Encouragement to continue practicing and connecting faith with music. Open Q&A session addressing participant questions.
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