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Benjamin Kolodziej

Choral Classics Every Choir Should Know

October 3, 2019 by Benjamin Kolodziej

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 […]

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Searching the Choral Library: Instrument(s)

September 20, 2019 by Benjamin Kolodziej

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 […]

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A Tribute to Jane Marshall

August 5, 2019 by Benjamin Kolodziej

  The Church Music Institute joins in thanksgiving with church musicians worldwide for the life of Jane M. Marshall, beloved composer of sacred music, conductor, author, educator, clinician, and friend who died on May 29, 2019. Her catalogue of published works is said to be more than 200, and the CMI Choral Library is pleased […]

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We All Believe in One True God: Portland Hymn Festival and Workshop Report

July 25, 2019 by Benjamin Kolodziej

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 […]

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All Times and Places Praise the Lord Hymn Festival in June

July 25, 2019 by Benjamin Kolodziej

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 […]

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AGO Partnership with Church Music Institute

June 28, 2019 by Benjamin Kolodziej

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 […]

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