Robert C. Mann, D. M. A., Resource Library Director I think many of us are frequently curious to see suggested lists of any kind. And, with such an overwhelmingly large repertoire of sacred choral music, it can be informative to see what “best” choices are recommended for use. Hence, a list of anthems that “every […]

Dr. Robert C. Mann, Resource Library Director Go to the Search Field INSTRUMENT(S). Click on Display All to pull down the list of 96 instruments. Things to remember: • Bassoon 2, Clarinet 2, etc. require two instruments playing separate parts • Brass 4 = two trumpets, two trombones • Brass 5 = two trumpets, two […]

On Sunday, 23 June, the Church Music Institute of Dallas sponsored the opening hymn festival of the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians annual conference in Portland, Oregon. The hymn festival, attended by  ~350, used as its framework the Nicene Creed, namely Martin Luther’s chorale based on the creed. Held at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, organists Bruce […]

A Historic Tour Through Song, Prayers, and Praise By Cherie Bell Fort Worth—Sung together, congregational hymns proclaim a collective faith. Even when the unison melody expands into harmony, the congregation is transformed as many voices become one in mind and spirit. “All Times and All Places: Praise the Lord!” was the theme of this year’s […]

On June 11, 2019, the American Guild of Organists, by action of the AGO National Council, entered into a partnership with the Church Music Institute to provide discounted CMI membership rates for AGO members. AGO members will have the ability to enjoy CMI member benefits at a discounted rate which include access to its fully […]

Church Music Institute staff recently attended the American Choral Directors’ Association convention in Kansas City from 27 February to 2 March in order to spread the word about the resources CMI can offer to church musicians. While choirs from across the world descended upon the city, with iconic composer John Rutter the star of the […]