"Playing Behind Scripture Readings," a tutorial from Music Serving the Word Ministries

[balsampillow]

thank you Chuck... excellent idea and presentation... playing improv for Scripture reading, as a backdrop to prayer, meditation, and Holy Communion is one of my favorite ways to make music... I have found that playing a motif based on the previous worship tune helps maintain continuity, and that a soft pad sound under the piano helps me play less and let the harmonic movement speak... I know its good when the pastor praying and me playing are in "sync" and end together tied as one.

[aadair]

I wish every church pianist would listen to this. I agree with everything you said! By the way, I played your "Simple Gifts" a couple of weeks ago in a message series we had on finances. It's a beautiful arrangement. Thank you!