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2011ENROLLMENT GUIDEREHEARSAL TIMES AND SCHEDULES
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CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Dr. Judith McAllister, President
Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. – Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle
104th ANNUAL HOLY CONVOCATION
SCHEDULE OF WORSHIP SERVICES & UNIFORMS - 2011
DATE,
TIME and LOCATION
UNIFORMS & COLORS
For MEN
UNIFORMS & COLORS
For WOMEN
Monday, October 31st
7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
MINISTRY
ATTIRE
MINISTRY
ATTIRE
Tuesday, November 1st
9:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
ALL
WHITE
ALL
WHITE
Tuesday, November 1st
7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
Any combination of
BLACK and GOLD
Any combination of
BLACK and GOLD
Wednesday, November 2nd
12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
Any combination of
TAN and CARMEL
Any combination of
TAN and CARMEL
Wednesday, November 2nd
7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
Any combination of
BROWN and CHARTREUSE
Any combination of
BROWN and CHARTREUSE
Thursday, November 3rd
12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
NAVY
BLUE
NAVY
BLUE
Thursday, November 3rd
6:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
AFRICAN ATTIRE
that is Ministry-Conducive
AFRICAN ATTIRE
that is Ministry-Conducive
Thursday, November 3rd
8:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
AFRICAN ATTIRE
that is Ministry-Conducive
AFRICAN ATTIRE
that is Ministry-Conducive
Friday, November 4th
9:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
BLACK suit, WHITE shirt,
Coordinated BLACK tie
ALL
WHITE
Friday, November 4th
6:00 PM, Edward Jones Dome
STELL GRAY suits
with RED Accessories
RED with
SILVER Accessories
Friday, November 4th
7:45 PM, TBD
STELL GRAY suits
with RED Accessories
RED with
SILVER Accessories
Saturday, November 5th
12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
IMD PARAPHERNALIA
With DENIM jeans
IMD PARAPHERNALIA
With DENIM skirt
Saturday, November 5th
7:30 PM, TBD
Any combination of
BROWN and CHOCOLATE
Any combination of
BROWN and CHOCOLATE
Sunday, November 6th
9:00 AM, Edward Jones Dome
OFFICIAL WHITE SURPLICE
with BLACK slacks
OFFICIAL WHITE SURPLICE
with BLACK skirt
Sunday, November 6th
8:00 PM, Edward Jones Dome
OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE
with BLACK slacks
OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE
with BLACK skirt
Monday, November 7th
10:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)
OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE
with BLACK slacks
OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE
with BLACK skirts
Monday, November 7th
General Assembly
MINISTRY
ATTIRE
MINISTRY
ATTIRE
White Surplice $50 Purple Surplice $60
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IMD MASS CHOIR - 2011
1st ANNUAL IMD HONORS LUNCHEON
Thursday, November 3, 2011 – 3:00 PM
The America’s Center
Tickets $30 per person
RSVP to: nthorpe@cogic.org
SPECIAL GUEST:
Elder Durward Davis, Evangelist Ruth Goolsby and
Gospel Comedian Broderick Rice
Music provided by:
PLEASANT SOUND
Gregg Haynes, Oscar Dillon, Jimmy Prather and Charles Caldwell
IMD Choir Registration
$20.00 per person Daily: 10:00 AM to 12 NOON
Evenings: 4:00 AM to 7:00 PM America’s Convention Center
Room 125
Rehearsal Schedule America’s Convention Center
Date Time Place Tuesday, November 1st 7:00 AM Rooms 130 & 131 Tuesday, November 1st 5:00 PM “ Wednesday, November 2nd 10:00 AM “ Wednesday, November 2nd 5:00 PM “ Thursday, November 3rd 10:00 AM “ Thursday, November 3rd NO REHEARSAL -- Friday, November 4th 8:00 AM “ Friday, November 4th 5:00 PM “ Saturday, November 5th 12:00 NOON “ Sunday, November 6th 7:00 AM “
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CHOIR DECORUM
TIPS FOR THE CHOIR Excerpts from
“A Comprehensive Guide To Music Ministry”
by Evangelist T. Lynn Smith, Coordinator – Quorum of Directors
Primary Purpose of Choral Groups Choral groups (i.e. choirs, ensembles, choruses, units, praise teams, etc.) serve many purposes in a
church setting. However, all are not of equal importance. What defines a church or choral unit is its primary purpose in the ministry/organization? A church choral group is an organized assembly of Christian singers whose primary purpose is to (1) sing to the glory of God, and (2) prepare the hearts of the people to receive the preached Word of God. When the choir has fulfilled its purpose (and the Holy Spirit blesses), then the people in the congregation will be saved, edified, empowered, encouraged, uplifted, energized, delivered, and/or strengthened to live better as Christians. As collective members of the International Music Department (IMD), out goal is to unify ourselves and create an atmosphere that gets God’s attention. In order to do this effectively there are some requirements that must be met.
Attire/Dress Code All members of the IMD are to be appropriately dressed and groomed when functioning in their various
capacities. The International President and/or designee(s) have the responsibility of coordinating the attire. No fancy hosiery or socks should be worn, BUT HOSERY AND SOCKS SHOULD BE WORN. In addition, each member should be mindful of fitting clothing and/or sagging pants that distracts from ministry. It is important that ladies tops are not cut to low, and sleeves should be a minimum of three quarters in length. In like manner, NO HATS or FUR pieces should be worn while ministering. We exist solely to usher in the presence of the Lord, therefore we must limit all distractions!
Grooming Hair for both men and women must be neat and freshly cut and styled when ministering. If wearing
locks, they must be well maintained. Earrings must be conservative for women, and are not preferred for men. Makeup should be modest and not to distract the congregation or any onlookers. Attire must be neat and well coordinated. Jeans/Jean skirts and tennis shoes should only be worn when instructed. Nothing should ever be done to distract from ministry. All members are expected to exemplify good personal hygiene at all times. This includes body and breath. With this in mind, Altoids are strongly encouraged!
Arrival Times All members of the IMD are expected to be in rehearsal and/or the worship services before time. The
IMD organization strives to operate with excellence. This will ensure proper preparation time and focus. It will also allow time for prayer and consecration.
Texting and Telephone Use In this age of technology we use our cell phones for many reasons. The use of cell phones for personal
use is prohibited during rehearsal and worship. This includes texting. Many individuals use their cell phone as a bible and the IMD encourages the reading of the bible, however, don’t allow bible reading to become a time to send and check emails.
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Singing and Vocal Production The following concepts—posture, breathe support, tone production, and diction—are briefly discussed below and are of the utmost importance to the quality of sound a choral ensemble makes. Good Posture is absolutely necessary for good tone production. A singer must observe these steps for posture: (1) Stand erect with head up, back straight, (2) Place one foot slightly in front of the other and weight of body on forward part of feet (3) Lift chest, pull shoulders back, drop arms to sides (thumbs touching thighs) (4) Smile and use expression (5) Give good drama when singing (6) RELAX. Breath Support involves expanding the lungs (back), the sides, and the middle area before singing. One should think of blowing up a balloon or quickly expanding at the start of a phrase, taking in more air than is needed initially. The chest area must be free of air pressure. Power breaths involve quick expansions of the abdomen area at the beginning of each new phrase. Air should be released as slowly as possible. Tone Production is dependent on good posture, breathe support, an open throat, and relaxed jaw. A good vocal tone starts in the mind. The processes needed to produce it must be thought out until they become habit. When one sings, the voice should have forward projection (not placed back in the throat), a resonant quality, be pleasant to listen to, and not be strained on the throat. A good choral sound must be very controlled with an even vibrato (tremolo), capable of powerful louds and intense softs. The choral sound should never be too nasal or strident. The mouth, being a resonating cavity for sound, should be fully open with an oval shape to give the tone roundness. This will help to avoid spreading the tone (mouth moving horizontally) which produces a “twang.” A fine choral tone is on pitch (good intonation) and blends well with other good voices. Diction is necessary to understanding the words of a song. Singers should make every effort to articulate the syllables of the words being sung. A breath should never be taken between the syllables of a word. Good diction is dependent on words being sung in phrases and proper vowel formation. Vowels give body and tone quality to words. The five main vowels sounds are: a (as in may), ee (as in me), ah (as in lot), o (as in know), oo (as in too). Consonants give clarity to words. It is important to sound the consonants at the ends of phrases (i.e., good or trust). A slight exaggeration would need to occur on good and trust at the end of phrases to make them understandable by the audience. Choral groups have to be especially careful when s appears at the end of a phrase not to linger on it and get a reverberating “hissing” sound.
“A Comprehensive Guide To Music Ministry”
© 2010 TLS Ministries
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