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10 Ways To Improve Your Worship Team (The Band) ~ Part 3 of 4

Posted on November 11, 2023 by Mark Cole

This is Part 3 of 4. Here is a link to Part 1 and Part 2 8. The Worship Band Rhythm Section a) The Band: A worship band can come in many different shapes and sizes. Most contemporary church worship bands … Continue reading →

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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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If You Had An Infinite Budget For Your Worship Team, What Would You Spend It On?

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Mark Cole

I recently saw this question posed on Musicademy’s Facebook page. It’s a fascinating and, I think, a good exercise in vision-casting and dreaming. Nobody has an infinite budget, but over a number of years, a good size church should spend a … Continue reading →

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Special Reminder: Cole Music Studio Recital on Tuesday, June 13 at 7 PM

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Mark Cole

Dear Students, Parents, Grandparents, and Friends, We hope this message finds you well and filled with anticipation for an evening of musical joy! We wanted to remind you about the upcoming Cole Music Studio Recital, a showcase of talent and … Continue reading →

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Chord Charts or Lead Sheets?

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Mark Cole

By Ryan at WorshipArtistry.com Edited by Mark Cole Chord charts or lead sheets?  Every situation is different, every musician is different. In order to find the best fit for your needs, you need to understand the unique purposes for the … Continue reading →

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Where Each Instrument Fits In The Mix

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Mark Cole

By Kade Young Most assume achieving a great mix is simply a matter of moving faders up and down. But, if you have been mixing for long, you know better.  You not only have to possess a wide array of … Continue reading →

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The Fraction Principle: How To Make Beautiful Music By Playing Less

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Mark Cole

by Dan Wilt The Fraction Principle is, perhaps, the most important band-arranging principle any musician, worship leader, or arranger can implement immediately to make their music start sounding 100% better. I first heard about The Fraction Principle from my master arranger/co-writing buddy, Bruce Ellis. … Continue reading →

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6 Keys To Learning A Musical Instrument

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Mark Cole

Over the years, I have heard numerous people comment on how they wish they could play a musical instrument. Along the way I have learned to play over a dozen instruments. My love of playing instruments and worshiping God has opened … Continue reading →

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