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  • Blessing or Blasting?

    Blessing or Blasting?
    2025/06/04

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    In this conversation, Keith Lancaster discusses the importance of congregational singing and the pivotal role of the song leader in creating an uplifting atmosphere. He emphasizes the need for leaders to facilitate participation rather than dominate the singing experience. Techniques such as self-mixing are highlighted as essential for maintaining the right balance between the leader's voice and the congregation's. Lancaster believes that congregational singing is a powerful, God-given way to encourage community and participation in worship.

    Congregational singing is a foretaste of glory divine.
    The song leader is key to influencing the atmosphere of singing.
    The role of a song leader is to facilitate participation.
    Choosing the right key is crucial for everyone to sing.
    A skilled leader maintains an appropriate tempo.
    Without a leader, the tempo will degrade.
    Self-mixing allows leaders to adjust their volume appropriately.
    A handheld microphone is essential for self-mixing.

    "The goal is simply to encourage everyone to sing"
    "Self mixing helps to encourage everyone to sing."
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  • Your Way or the Highway?

    Your Way or the Highway?
    2025/05/28

    Emulating Christ: A Call to Humility

    In this conversation, Keith Lancaster discusses the inherent human tendency to prioritize personal preferences, particularly in the context of worship. He emphasizes the importance of humility and the need to emulate Jesus, who exemplified selflessness and service. The discussion highlights the detrimental effects of 'worship wars' and advocates for unity among believers by setting aside personal desires for the greater good of the community. Takeaways
    • Worship wars arise from people fighting for their preferences.
    • Jesus is the exact representation of God's being.
    • To be like Jesus, we must give up some preferences.
    • We should prioritize unity over personal preferences.
    • Think twice before demanding our way all the time.
    • The call to serve is central to being a follower of Jesus.
    • Singing events and training opportunities are available.
    • Unity is crucial for the community of believers.
    • Seek God's guidance as we struggle with preferences in worship

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    5 分
  • Should Everyone Sing?

    Should Everyone Sing?
    2025/05/21
    A Divine Invitation: In this conversation, Keith Lancaster discusses the significance of singing in worship and how it is an essential part of the Christian faith. He emphasizes that every believer is called to sing, regardless of their musical ability, and shares insights on how to encourage congregational singing. Additionally, he provides updates on upcoming events and opportunities for community singing. Takeaways:
    • God wants everyone to sing to Him.
    • Singing is not an option for Christians.
    • Vocal skill is not a criterion for singing.
    • The heart is what counts in worship.
    • Encouraging everyone to sing is important.
    • Workshops can help develop congregational singing.
    • The Worship Leader Institute trains song leaders.
    • Upcoming events include a New Year's Day singing.
    • 1,000 voices project invites participation.
    • Community singing fosters connection and joy.

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    7 分
  • Welcome to the Acappella Musicianary Podcast

    Welcome to the Acappella Musicianary Podcast
    2025/05/08

    Introducing a video podcast with host Keith Lancaster called the Acappella Musicianary.

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    2 分