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10 Ways To Improve Your Worship Team (Charts & Vocals) ~ Part 2 of 4

Posted on November 11, 2023 by Mark Cole

6. Great charts One of the keys to improving your worship band and your rehearsals is to give your group great charts. The majority of worship bands charts fall into one of two camps. The majority of bands use a lyric … Continue reading →

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Learning To Improvise From Chord Charts

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Mark Cole

Learning to improvise off of chord charts, such as those found in the Real Book or Fake Book, is a skill that many musicians develop through practice and experience. Here are some steps and strategies that can help musicians learn … Continue reading →

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7 Tips On Becoming A Good Acoustic Guitar Player

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Mark Cole

Becoming a good acoustic guitar player on a worship team takes time, dedication, and practice. Here are some tips to help you improve: 1. Buy a good acoustic guitar: (new or used) Having a solid instrument that plugs into your … Continue reading →

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What Is The Best Teaching Plan For New Acoustic Guitar Students?

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Mark Cole

The best teaching plan for new acoustic guitar students will depend on their age, skill level, and learning style. However, here is a general framework that can be adapted to suit different students: Remember, the most important thing is to … Continue reading →

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10 Things Every Worship Leader Should Do Before the Service

Posted on June 20, 2019 by Mark Cole

By Wes Pickering – There’ a simple pre-flight checklist that I try my best to go through every time I lead worship.  None of these things are all that complicated, but it helps each service go smoothly and minimizes distractions. … Continue reading →

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