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Join us in Brandon for Worship Matters! July 2012

Posted on 2012/06/07 by Bruce Harding

Finally – a regional event for church musicians! Join us in Brandon, Manitoba, July 20-22, for a time of singing, community music, and workshops for musicians of all skill levels and experience. Fun for all! Details and registration information on … Continue reading →

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Earth Day Sacred Song Contest Winners

Posted on 2012/03/19 by Bruce Harding

Music United and Moderator Mardi Tindal are delighted to announce the winners of the Moderator’s Earth Day Sacred Song Contest. Sharing first place are “It Is Good” by Carol Grolman of Garibaldi Highlands, BC, and “Give Back to the Earth” … Continue reading →

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Jazz Vespers in the Valley – Northwood United Church, Surrey, BC

Posted on 2012/02/08 by Bruce Harding

“Vespers in the Valley” will grace the Northwood community ever 2nd and 4th Sundays at 4pm starting Sunday February 12th. Featuring amazing artists from the Vancouver-area jazz community, this is a great opportunity to soak in Spirit and spontaneity in … Continue reading →

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First RODGERS North American Classical Organ Competition

Posted on 2012/02/06 by Lloyd MacLean

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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Spirituals Workshop

Posted on 2012/01/23 by Lois Cossar

A Call for Singers! Sat. March 3 at Bridge St. United in Belleville Terry Head, B.M. will lead a workshop on the relevance of African American Spiritual in a contemporary church context. A brief history, an afternoon rehearsal, a delicious … Continue reading →

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YAYA Choir In Victoria BC singing up a storm!

Posted on 2012/01/07 by Bruce Harding

SingYourJoy, the new young adult choir in Victoria, held a fabulous first solo concert on December 2 at Oak Bay United Church and wowed the full house in attendance. The group will celebrate its first anniversary in February 2012, and … Continue reading →

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Wanted: Used Fifth Octave of Handbells

Posted on 2012/01/07 by Bruce Harding

Are your church’s handbells collecting dust? A bell choir in Kelowna, British Columbia is looking for a used fifth octave of Schulmerich handbells to purchase, preferably not more than 20 or 25 years old. Contact Nikki Attwell at nattwell@telus.net if … Continue reading →

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Sacred Song Invitation!

Posted on 2011/10/25 by Lloyd MacLean

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!

Posted on 2011/09/14 by Lloyd MacLean

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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Choir Workshop with Stephanie Martin

Posted on 2011/04/15 by Lois Cossar

JUNE 4TH — Stephanie Martin will be presenting accessible music for choir at a Choir Workshop a Trinity United in Cobourg, 3:30 to 5:30 pm. Stephanie is Director of Music at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene in Toronto and … Continue reading →

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