I’ve always had trouble figuring out how to fit “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” into a modern worship environment and have it flow well. Most of the reworked arrangements I’ve heard either completely change the melody/rhythm (which drives the congregation crazy) or put a boring 4/4 backbeat to the traditional song (which drives me […]
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This Is My Father’s World recording
This Sunday we’re starting a sermon series on stewardship called “the world is Mine”. To go along with that series, I reworked the hymn “This Is My Father’s World.” I liked the feel of Aaron Niequist‘s version, but I wanted a different chord structure for the song (his structure is more traditional). The lyrics are […]
Your Grace Is Enough recording
A few months ago, one of the leaders from GEMS (our church’s girls’ ministry) came to me and asked if I would re-record the song “Your Grace Is Enough” for them in a lower key so they could sing along with it during their meetings. The problem: They love Chris Tomlin, but he usually sings […]
There Is Room: New Version of Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne
Recording and chord chart for Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne” on guitar with new ending chorus. Perfect song for Communion during Advent or Christmas. […]