Category Archives: Music

8 Tips On How To Improve Your Singing

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Mark Cole

By Natalia Sander, M.A. Singers are a very special kind of musician. While guitar players, drummers, and pianists rely on their physical instruments, singers have their tool inside them. Maintaining its quality is a special task. You can learn how to … Continue reading →

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21 Day Challenge

Posted on January 1, 2018 by Mark Cole

What challenges are on the horizon for this year? There are always a lot unknown factors to deal with but what can I do to best equip myself to be successful this year? I am going to start this year … Continue reading →

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The Secret Of Going From Good To Great

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Mark Cole

Have you ever seen a musician or an athlete and wonder how they got that good? Each of us are born with different talents. But none of us becomes an expert at something overnight. That is where diligence and personal … Continue reading →

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Worship Leader Stage Presence

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mark Cole

by Katie Eckeberger… You might think it odd that I’m addressing stage presence in a worship leading context, but all too often I see worship leaders struggling to maintain a leading presence for their congregations. It might be a confidence … Continue reading →

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Four Behaviors of a Thriving Worship Ministry

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Mark Cole

Lessons From Churches from 50 and 5000. By Mike O’Brien Over the past 18 months, I have served fifty-plus churches as a worship team trainer and guest worship leader. I’ve noticed some interesting trends in worship ministries that are healthy, growing, and happy. This … Continue reading →

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Wise Advice For Everyday Life

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Mark Cole

Wise Advice For Everyday Life Have a firm handshake. Look people in the eye. Sing. Expressing yourself through music is therapeutic. Smile. A happy face brings joy. Respect and honour your parents. Learn to keep your friends secrets. Never give up … Continue reading →

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Strong Congregational Singing: 12 Things To Avoid

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Mark Cole

I love it when congregations sing so loud that the soundman has trouble hearing the worship band over the people singing around him. Worship leaders – if the congregation is not singing, we are not doing what God has called us to do. Here are a few things that I’ve learned to avoid in order to encourage the congregation to sing.
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Music Advice from Thelonious Monk

Posted on February 18, 2017 by Mark Cole

The following insightful musical advice comes courtesy of legendary jazz pianist Thelonious Monk, a musical genius who died 35 years ago. Monk is the second most-recorded jazz composer after Duke Ellington. The list was transcribed by saxophonist Steve Lacy in 1960. … Continue reading →

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9 Lessons Young Worship Leaders Need To Learn

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Mark Cole

By David Santistevan I remember the day like it was yesterday. I remember my heart racing, tears flowing, and my life changing. It was the day I experienced the presence of God for the first time. Sure, I had been … Continue reading →

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My Top 10 Worship Posts Of 2016

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Mark Cole

2016 has been an amazing year for me, it has included strong worship ministry, a return to choir leading,  great overseas ministry and awesome family times. This blog has been a successful part of that journey with almost 690,000 visits from … Continue reading →

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