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Closer walk with God

A modern version of the hymn written by William Cowper, from the 18th century.
I could relate to the longing in this hymn and was inspired with a new melody. I added the chorus to the hymn.
P.S - I do not own the copyrights to any of the photos here. I found them on the internet.

The Lovely Realm - Millstone Shame

Music video for the Lovely Realm song Millstone Shame

from the album Soar
https://thelovelyrealm.bandcamp.com/
Thanks

2013 LO MAS NUEVO MUSICA CHRISTIANA (RINDETE - ZAETAS)

Lo Mas Nuevo De Musica Cristiana 2013
Este canto es original escrito por Ingrid, Evelyn y Kimberly Chavez

We filmed this in Houston, Tx at the Herman Little Park
Somos el grupo "Zaetas" con el nuevo Canto "Rindete" de el album "Primer Amor"
We are Zaetas this is our new song "Rindete" for our upcoming album "Primer Amor"

This song "Rindete" (Surrender)
reflects where so many of us are today. We say we love God and trust him 100% with all of our heart, but when it comes down to it, God takes a back seat to our lives. We put him on a shelf and only bring him down when we think we need him. Then we go to church on Sunday putting on our holy christian face. When in reality we don't even read our bible or pray.
God is speaking in this song saying, I hear all your empty prayers and I see all the rituals and emptiness you bring to me. All I long for is for you to surrender your heart to me. All of your sins have been washed away with the sacrifice of my son Jesus Christ. You don't have to pretend anymore! Let me clean and change your heart, all you have to do is surrender.

Hope you guys enjoy the acoustic sound and our new song!

Please Share this video and Subscribe to my channel for upcoming songs and videos :

What's Left, When You're Always Right?, inspired by Psalm 14

Purchase the CD at: https://www.musicservingtheword.org/SHOP/Products/The-Jazz-Psalms-with-Carol-Rogers__JP200.aspx
A music video from "The Jazz Psalms with Carol Rogers", a CD released June 2013 featuring original compositions by Chuck Marohnic, sung by Carol Rogers.
Learn more about The Jazz Psalms Project at:
https://www.musicservingtheword.org/contentpages.aspx?parentnavigationid=23313&viewcontentpageguid=dbd730b0-867b-4dce-ac48-aff831112f17
The Jazz Psalms Project is a musical innovation that explores the depth and beauty of the Holy Bible's Book of Psalms, using the language of modern music, including jazz, rock, funk, R&B, and world music. Each original song in the Jazz Psalms collection is written by pianist, author and composer, Chuck Marohnic.

Upon This Rock - The Lovely Realm

Lyric Video
from the album Soar:
https://thelovelyrealm.bandcamp.com/

Upon This Rock written and performed by The Lovely Realm.

Living In The Light by Ronnie Griffin

Christian Singer Songwriter Ronnie Griffin
Living In The Light by Ronnie Griffin.

Thank you Jesus for all you have done for me. Without you I can Do Nothing .



Sarah Elizabeth Curlin singing 'The Love of the Lord Endures'

Sarah Elizabeth Curlin singing 'The Love of the Lord Endures' at Temple Baptist Church, Fort Smith, AR, July 14, 2013.

Sarah Curlin Singing 'The Nightingale & The Rose'

Committed Christian young woman, Sarah Elizabeth Curlin uses her voice to God's Glory singing 'Le Rossignol et la Rose', (the Nightingale & the Rose) - no words, just pure vocal gift.

Shepherd (Original Song by Nadia Faye and Jenn Bostic)

Shepherd is now on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/shepherd/id692805111?i=692805114

Shepherd is dedicated to my loving sister Natasha Sosnoski, who spent her life caring for and loving children all over the world. She passed away while on a mission trip in Kenya, July 3rd, 2009.

Shepherd is an original song written by Nadia Faye and Jenn Bostic. A huge "thank you" to Alyssa Torrech for creating this video and to Emily Earle for contributing to the creative concept. If you like this song, please pass it along, maybe it can bring joy and hope to others.

Sarah & Johnny Curlin Singing the Prayer

Brother/Sister Duo committed to the Lord Jesus Christ, uses their God-given abilities to glorify him.

HE Makes Everything Beautiful

A Beautiful Song !! ... A Must Hear!! God will Always Make Something Beautiful Out of Your Situation !!

Holly Starr "Through My Father's Eyes" Official Video

Visit Holly online at https://hollystarrmusic.com
Purchase "Through My Father's Eyes" at iTunes: https://bit.ly/1atVEJ5

Revive Us Again - Piano Cover - How to Make a Hymn Sound Contemporary

Some examples of what you can do to make an old hymn sound more contemporary using Revive Us Again, originally attributed John Jenkins Husband and William Paton MacKay.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX in the key of G.
--------------------
I can't call this a tutorial or instructional video as I'm not really teaching. Informational? Inspirational? You can pick a word after you've watched it! : )

A hot topic in worship right now is how to rearrange an old hymn into something that fits into a contemporary worship setting. A lot of the older hymns have some great words to them; but because they were meant for 4-part harmony (SATB), there are chord changes all over the place and they can really make the flow of the song sound rather jumbled and busy.

So, here I present some tips/guidelines/thoughts/whatever that might help to explain how to take hymns and turn them into contemporary arrangements-- without touching the melody!

Original time - The hymn as it's in the hymnal
First Repeat - Illustration of simplifying the chord changes

Second Repeat - Illustration of making the chording more interesting

Third Repeat - Illustration of contrasting dynamics and instrumental bridges

Fourth Repeat - Illustration of changing the arrangement of the verses and choruses

Fifth Repeat - Illustration of additional improvisation and a new vocal bridge

I hope this is helpful to someone! And if anyone has any specific questions, please let me know! Thanks!

Higher Ground - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Higher Ground, originally attributed to Charles Hutchison Gabriel and Johnson, Jr. Oatman.

This (or something like it) was performed for today's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
--------------------
I'm pressing on the upward way
New heights I'm gaining every day
Still praying as I onward bound
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground

Lord, lift me up and let me stand
By faith on heaven's tableland
A higher plain than I have found
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground

My heart has no desire to stay
Where doubts arise and fears dismay
Though some may dwell where these abound
My prayer, my aim is higher ground

I want to live above the world
Though Satan's darts at me are hurled
For faith has caught the joyful sound
The song of saints on higher ground

I want to scale the utmost height
And catch a gleam of glory bright
But still I'll pray 'til heaven I've found
Lord, lead me on to higher ground

Near the Cross - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Near the Cross, originally attributed to Fanny Jane Crosby, and William Howard Doane.

This (or something like it) was performed for yesterday's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX..

(And, sorry, Thumpy didn't come to church with me today.)
----------------------------------
Jesus, keep me near the cross
There a precious fountain
Free to all a healing stream
Flows from Calvary's mountain

In the cross, in the cross
Be my glory ever
Till my raptured soul shall find
Rest beyond the river

Near the cross, a trembling soul
Love and mercy found me
There the Bright and Morning Star
Sheds its beams around me

Near the cross, O Lamb of God
Bring its scenes before me
Help me walk from day to day
With its shadows o'er me

Near the cross I'll watch and wait
Hoping trusting ever
Till I reach the golden strand
Just beyond the river

Everlasting God - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Everlasting God, originally attributed to Brenton Brown and
Ken Riley (and I think Chris Tomlin somewhere in there too).

This (or something close to it) will be tomorrow's offertory... sans Thumpy.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
-------------------------
Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord
Wait upon the Lord, we will wait upon the Lord
Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord
Wait upon the Lord, we will wait upon the Lord

Our God, You reign forever
Our Hope, our strong Deliverer

You are the everlasting God
The everlasting God
You do not faint, You won't grow weary
You're the defender of the weak
You comfort those in need
You lift us up on wings like eagles

Glory To His Name (3 Ways) - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Glory To His Name (sometimes known as Down at the Cross), originally attributed to Elisha Albright Hoffman and John Hart Stockton.

This (or something close to it) was today's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
-------------------
And introducing Thumpy, PianoPounding's official mascot! You can't see it in the video but he had to dig his little claws in pretty hard to hang on-- especially during the last chorus!
-------------------
Down at the cross where my Savior died
Down where for cleansing from sin I cried
There to my heart was the blood applied
Glory to His name

Glory to His name; glory to His name
There to my heart was the blood applied
Glory to His name

I am so wondrously saved from sin
Jesus so sweetly abides within
There at the cross where He took me in
Glory to His name

O precious fountain that saves from sin
I am so glad that I entered in
There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean
Glory to His name

Come to this fountain so rich and sweet
Cast thy poor soul at the Savior's feet
Plunge in today and be made complete
Glory to His name

A Shelter in the Time of Storm - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of A Shelter in the Time of Storm, originally attributed to Ira D. Sankey and Vernon J. Charlesworth. This (or something close to it) was today's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
-----------------------------------------
The Lord's our Rock; in Him we hide
A Shelter in the time of storm
Secure whatever ill betide
A Shelter in the time of storm

O Jesus is a Rock in a weary land
A weary land, a weary land
O Jesus is a Rock in a weary land
A shelter in the time of storm

A Shade by day, Defense by night
A Shelter in the time of storm
No fears alarm, no foes affright
A Shelter in the time of storm

The raging storms may round us beat
A Shelter in the time of storm
We'll never leave our safe retreat
A Shelter in the time of storm

O Rock divine, O Refuge dear
A Shelter in the time of storm
Be Thou our Helper ever near
A Shelter in the time of storm
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Closer walk with God

A modern version of the hymn written by William Cowper, from the 18th century.
I could relate to the longing in this hymn and was inspired with a new melody. I added the chorus to the hymn.
P.S - I do not own the copyrights to any of the photos here. I found them on the internet.

The Lovely Realm - Millstone Shame

Music video for the Lovely Realm song Millstone Shame

from the album Soar
https://thelovelyrealm.bandcamp.com/
Thanks

2013 LO MAS NUEVO MUSICA CHRISTIANA (RINDETE - ZAETAS)

Lo Mas Nuevo De Musica Cristiana 2013
Este canto es original escrito por Ingrid, Evelyn y Kimberly Chavez

We filmed this in Houston, Tx at the Herman Little Park
Somos el grupo "Zaetas" con el nuevo Canto "Rindete" de el album "Primer Amor"
We are Zaetas this is our new song "Rindete" for our upcoming album "Primer Amor"

This song "Rindete" (Surrender)
reflects where so many of us are today. We say we love God and trust him 100% with all of our heart, but when it comes down to it, God takes a back seat to our lives. We put him on a shelf and only bring him down when we think we need him. Then we go to church on Sunday putting on our holy christian face. When in reality we don't even read our bible or pray.
God is speaking in this song saying, I hear all your empty prayers and I see all the rituals and emptiness you bring to me. All I long for is for you to surrender your heart to me. All of your sins have been washed away with the sacrifice of my son Jesus Christ. You don't have to pretend anymore! Let me clean and change your heart, all you have to do is surrender.

Hope you guys enjoy the acoustic sound and our new song!

Please Share this video and Subscribe to my channel for upcoming songs and videos :

What's Left, When You're Always Right?, inspired by Psalm 14

Purchase the CD at: https://www.musicservingtheword.org/SHOP/Products/The-Jazz-Psalms-with-Carol-Rogers__JP200.aspx
A music video from "The Jazz Psalms with Carol Rogers", a CD released June 2013 featuring original compositions by Chuck Marohnic, sung by Carol Rogers.
Learn more about The Jazz Psalms Project at:
https://www.musicservingtheword.org/contentpages.aspx?parentnavigationid=23313&viewcontentpageguid=dbd730b0-867b-4dce-ac48-aff831112f17
The Jazz Psalms Project is a musical innovation that explores the depth and beauty of the Holy Bible's Book of Psalms, using the language of modern music, including jazz, rock, funk, R&B, and world music. Each original song in the Jazz Psalms collection is written by pianist, author and composer, Chuck Marohnic.

Upon This Rock - The Lovely Realm

Lyric Video
from the album Soar:
https://thelovelyrealm.bandcamp.com/

Upon This Rock written and performed by The Lovely Realm.

Living In The Light by Ronnie Griffin

Christian Singer Songwriter Ronnie Griffin
Living In The Light by Ronnie Griffin.

Thank you Jesus for all you have done for me. Without you I can Do Nothing .



Sarah Elizabeth Curlin singing 'The Love of the Lord Endures'

Sarah Elizabeth Curlin singing 'The Love of the Lord Endures' at Temple Baptist Church, Fort Smith, AR, July 14, 2013.

Sarah Curlin Singing 'The Nightingale & The Rose'

Committed Christian young woman, Sarah Elizabeth Curlin uses her voice to God's Glory singing 'Le Rossignol et la Rose', (the Nightingale & the Rose) - no words, just pure vocal gift.

Shepherd (Original Song by Nadia Faye and Jenn Bostic)

Shepherd is now on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/shepherd/id692805111?i=692805114

Shepherd is dedicated to my loving sister Natasha Sosnoski, who spent her life caring for and loving children all over the world. She passed away while on a mission trip in Kenya, July 3rd, 2009.

Shepherd is an original song written by Nadia Faye and Jenn Bostic. A huge "thank you" to Alyssa Torrech for creating this video and to Emily Earle for contributing to the creative concept. If you like this song, please pass it along, maybe it can bring joy and hope to others.

Sarah & Johnny Curlin Singing the Prayer

Brother/Sister Duo committed to the Lord Jesus Christ, uses their God-given abilities to glorify him.

HE Makes Everything Beautiful

A Beautiful Song !! ... A Must Hear!! God will Always Make Something Beautiful Out of Your Situation !!

Holly Starr "Through My Father's Eyes" Official Video

Visit Holly online at https://hollystarrmusic.com
Purchase "Through My Father's Eyes" at iTunes: https://bit.ly/1atVEJ5

Revive Us Again - Piano Cover - How to Make a Hymn Sound Contemporary

Some examples of what you can do to make an old hymn sound more contemporary using Revive Us Again, originally attributed John Jenkins Husband and William Paton MacKay.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX in the key of G.
--------------------
I can't call this a tutorial or instructional video as I'm not really teaching. Informational? Inspirational? You can pick a word after you've watched it! : )

A hot topic in worship right now is how to rearrange an old hymn into something that fits into a contemporary worship setting. A lot of the older hymns have some great words to them; but because they were meant for 4-part harmony (SATB), there are chord changes all over the place and they can really make the flow of the song sound rather jumbled and busy.

So, here I present some tips/guidelines/thoughts/whatever that might help to explain how to take hymns and turn them into contemporary arrangements-- without touching the melody!

Original time - The hymn as it's in the hymnal
First Repeat - Illustration of simplifying the chord changes

Second Repeat - Illustration of making the chording more interesting

Third Repeat - Illustration of contrasting dynamics and instrumental bridges

Fourth Repeat - Illustration of changing the arrangement of the verses and choruses

Fifth Repeat - Illustration of additional improvisation and a new vocal bridge

I hope this is helpful to someone! And if anyone has any specific questions, please let me know! Thanks!

Higher Ground - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Higher Ground, originally attributed to Charles Hutchison Gabriel and Johnson, Jr. Oatman.

This (or something like it) was performed for today's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
--------------------
I'm pressing on the upward way
New heights I'm gaining every day
Still praying as I onward bound
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground

Lord, lift me up and let me stand
By faith on heaven's tableland
A higher plain than I have found
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground

My heart has no desire to stay
Where doubts arise and fears dismay
Though some may dwell where these abound
My prayer, my aim is higher ground

I want to live above the world
Though Satan's darts at me are hurled
For faith has caught the joyful sound
The song of saints on higher ground

I want to scale the utmost height
And catch a gleam of glory bright
But still I'll pray 'til heaven I've found
Lord, lead me on to higher ground

Near the Cross - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Near the Cross, originally attributed to Fanny Jane Crosby, and William Howard Doane.

This (or something like it) was performed for yesterday's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX..

(And, sorry, Thumpy didn't come to church with me today.)
----------------------------------
Jesus, keep me near the cross
There a precious fountain
Free to all a healing stream
Flows from Calvary's mountain

In the cross, in the cross
Be my glory ever
Till my raptured soul shall find
Rest beyond the river

Near the cross, a trembling soul
Love and mercy found me
There the Bright and Morning Star
Sheds its beams around me

Near the cross, O Lamb of God
Bring its scenes before me
Help me walk from day to day
With its shadows o'er me

Near the cross I'll watch and wait
Hoping trusting ever
Till I reach the golden strand
Just beyond the river

Everlasting God - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Everlasting God, originally attributed to Brenton Brown and
Ken Riley (and I think Chris Tomlin somewhere in there too).

This (or something close to it) will be tomorrow's offertory... sans Thumpy.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
-------------------------
Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord
Wait upon the Lord, we will wait upon the Lord
Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord
Wait upon the Lord, we will wait upon the Lord

Our God, You reign forever
Our Hope, our strong Deliverer

You are the everlasting God
The everlasting God
You do not faint, You won't grow weary
You're the defender of the weak
You comfort those in need
You lift us up on wings like eagles

Glory To His Name (3 Ways) - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of Glory To His Name (sometimes known as Down at the Cross), originally attributed to Elisha Albright Hoffman and John Hart Stockton.

This (or something close to it) was today's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
-------------------
And introducing Thumpy, PianoPounding's official mascot! You can't see it in the video but he had to dig his little claws in pretty hard to hang on-- especially during the last chorus!
-------------------
Down at the cross where my Savior died
Down where for cleansing from sin I cried
There to my heart was the blood applied
Glory to His name

Glory to His name; glory to His name
There to my heart was the blood applied
Glory to His name

I am so wondrously saved from sin
Jesus so sweetly abides within
There at the cross where He took me in
Glory to His name

O precious fountain that saves from sin
I am so glad that I entered in
There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean
Glory to His name

Come to this fountain so rich and sweet
Cast thy poor soul at the Savior's feet
Plunge in today and be made complete
Glory to His name

A Shelter in the Time of Storm - Piano Cover

An original arrangement of A Shelter in the Time of Storm, originally attributed to Ira D. Sankey and Vernon J. Charlesworth. This (or something close to it) was today's offertory.

Performed and recorded on my Roland RD-700NX.
-----------------------------------------
The Lord's our Rock; in Him we hide
A Shelter in the time of storm
Secure whatever ill betide
A Shelter in the time of storm

O Jesus is a Rock in a weary land
A weary land, a weary land
O Jesus is a Rock in a weary land
A shelter in the time of storm

A Shade by day, Defense by night
A Shelter in the time of storm
No fears alarm, no foes affright
A Shelter in the time of storm

The raging storms may round us beat
A Shelter in the time of storm
We'll never leave our safe retreat
A Shelter in the time of storm

O Rock divine, O Refuge dear
A Shelter in the time of storm
Be Thou our Helper ever near
A Shelter in the time of storm
First ... 258 259 260 261 262 ... Last

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