Author Archives: Lloyd MacLean

First RODGERS North American Classical Organ Competition

Rodgers Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce the inaugural Rodgers North American Classical Organ Competition. The Competition is being instituted by Rodgers Instruments Corporation in partnership with Kutztown University of Pennsylvania for the purpose of encouraging the development of young … Continue reading

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Sacred Song Invitation!

Music United of The United Church of Canada is pleased to announce an international invitation to hymn writers. We are looking for a sacred song which celebrates God and creation. It is to be child-friendly with possible suggested actions (repetition … Continue reading

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RCCO-Toronto happenings!

Organ Skills Workshops (Day 2)Nov. 19: 10-3 pm St. Clement’s Anglican Church, 59 Briar Hill Ave, Toronto All those with keyboard skills and an interest in learning basic organ technique are welcome at another FREE workshop! Add to your repertoire … Continue reading

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Paul Sales “back in the saddle”

Hi Music United! I just thought I’d let you know that as of last Friday I’m back in the church music saddle. I’ve been hired by First United here in Ottawa for the next three months while they go through … Continue reading

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Plans in place for 2011 “Hi Cs in Digby Choral Festival”

TO: Choirs and Choir Directors — Atlantic Canada The Recruiting Committee of the High Cs In Digby Choral Festival are requesting letters of interest from choirs that would like to participate as Guest Choirs and participate in the weekend festivities. … Continue reading

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The First Congregational Designated Minister of Music!

  On Sunday, September 19, Patricia Wright was covenanted as Metropolitan’s Congregational Designated Minister of Music (and the United Church of Canada’s first CDM in Music) during the morning worship service. Dr. Wright has been the Director of Music and … Continue reading

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New CD “MAKING WAVES” now available from Nova Voce

Greetings, Music Lover! I want you to be among the first to know about the Nova Voce Men’s Choir new CD: MAKING WAVES. It is only recently released and has 15 tracks of outstanding singing. (Granted – as a member, … Continue reading

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Rhythms of the Spirit event a huge success!

What happens when you combine an event in southern Alberta with beautiful spring weather, great theme presentations, meaningful worship, terrific food, lots of musicians, and a skilled planning team? A huge success! Here are some comments from participants: “Thanks to … Continue reading

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UCPH publishes “Singing Faith Alive”

United Church Publishing House recently introduced “Singing Faith Alive”, described as a “workbook for study and worship”. This new resource, designed as a small-group study, is useful for boards or councils, M&P Committees, congregations, choirs and praise bands — in … Continue reading

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Music United Education Fund – Important Announcement!

The Executive of Music United recently approved the following motion: THAT $5000.00 from the 2010 Music United Musical Events budget be made available until the end of December 2010 for: groups or individuals putting on Music Workshops ONLY (application for concerts … Continue reading

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