2011ENROLLMENT GUIDEREHEARSAL TIMES AND SCHEDULES

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CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST

INTERNATIONAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT

Dr. Judith McAllister, President

Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. – Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle

104th ANNUAL HOLY CONVOCATION

SCHEDULE OF WORSHIP SERVICES & UNIFORMS - 2011

DATE,

TIME and LOCATION

UNIFORMS & COLORS

For MEN

UNIFORMS & COLORS

For WOMEN

Monday, October 31st

7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

MINISTRY

ATTIRE

MINISTRY

ATTIRE

Tuesday, November 1st

9:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

ALL

WHITE

ALL

WHITE

Tuesday, November 1st

7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

Any combination of

BLACK and GOLD

Any combination of

BLACK and GOLD

Wednesday, November 2nd

12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

Any combination of

TAN and CARMEL

Any combination of

TAN and CARMEL

Wednesday, November 2nd

7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

Any combination of

BROWN and CHARTREUSE

Any combination of

BROWN and CHARTREUSE

Thursday, November 3rd

12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

NAVY

BLUE

NAVY

BLUE

Thursday, November 3rd

6:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

AFRICAN ATTIRE

that is Ministry-Conducive

AFRICAN ATTIRE

that is Ministry-Conducive

Thursday, November 3rd

8:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

AFRICAN ATTIRE

that is Ministry-Conducive

AFRICAN ATTIRE

that is Ministry-Conducive

Friday, November 4th

9:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

BLACK suit, WHITE shirt,

Coordinated BLACK tie

ALL

WHITE

Friday, November 4th

6:00 PM, Edward Jones Dome

STELL GRAY suits

with RED Accessories

RED with

SILVER Accessories

Friday, November 4th

7:45 PM, TBD

STELL GRAY suits

with RED Accessories

RED with

SILVER Accessories

Saturday, November 5th

12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

IMD PARAPHERNALIA

With DENIM jeans

IMD PARAPHERNALIA

With DENIM skirt

Saturday, November 5th

7:30 PM, TBD

Any combination of

BROWN and CHOCOLATE

Any combination of

BROWN and CHOCOLATE

Sunday, November 6th

9:00 AM, Edward Jones Dome

OFFICIAL WHITE SURPLICE

with BLACK slacks

OFFICIAL WHITE SURPLICE

with BLACK skirt

Sunday, November 6th

8:00 PM, Edward Jones Dome

OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE

with BLACK slacks

OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE

with BLACK skirt

Monday, November 7th

10:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5)

OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE

with BLACK slacks

OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE

with BLACK skirts

Monday, November 7th

General Assembly

MINISTRY

ATTIRE

MINISTRY

ATTIRE

White Surplice $50 Purple Surplice $60

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IMD MASS CHOIR - 2011

1st ANNUAL IMD HONORS LUNCHEON

Thursday, November 3, 2011 – 3:00 PM

The America’s Center

Tickets $30 per person

RSVP to: nthorpe@cogic.org

SPECIAL GUEST:

Elder Durward Davis, Evangelist Ruth Goolsby and

Gospel Comedian Broderick Rice

Music provided by:

PLEASANT SOUND

Gregg Haynes, Oscar Dillon, Jimmy Prather and Charles Caldwell

IMD Choir Registration

$20.00 per person Daily: 10:00 AM to 12 NOON

Evenings: 4:00 AM to 7:00 PM America’s Convention Center

Room 125

Rehearsal Schedule America’s Convention Center

Date Time Place Tuesday, November 1st 7:00 AM Rooms 130 & 131 Tuesday, November 1st 5:00 PM “ Wednesday, November 2nd 10:00 AM “ Wednesday, November 2nd 5:00 PM “ Thursday, November 3rd 10:00 AM “ Thursday, November 3rd NO REHEARSAL -- Friday, November 4th 8:00 AM “ Friday, November 4th 5:00 PM “ Saturday, November 5th 12:00 NOON “ Sunday, November 6th 7:00 AM “

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CHOIR DECORUM

TIPS FOR THE CHOIR Excerpts from

“A Comprehensive Guide To Music Ministry”

by Evangelist T. Lynn Smith, Coordinator – Quorum of Directors

Primary Purpose of Choral Groups Choral groups (i.e. choirs, ensembles, choruses, units, praise teams, etc.) serve many purposes in a

church setting. However, all are not of equal importance. What defines a church or choral unit is its primary purpose in the ministry/organization? A church choral group is an organized assembly of Christian singers whose primary purpose is to (1) sing to the glory of God, and (2) prepare the hearts of the people to receive the preached Word of God. When the choir has fulfilled its purpose (and the Holy Spirit blesses), then the people in the congregation will be saved, edified, empowered, encouraged, uplifted, energized, delivered, and/or strengthened to live better as Christians. As collective members of the International Music Department (IMD), out goal is to unify ourselves and create an atmosphere that gets God’s attention. In order to do this effectively there are some requirements that must be met.

Attire/Dress Code All members of the IMD are to be appropriately dressed and groomed when functioning in their various

capacities. The International President and/or designee(s) have the responsibility of coordinating the attire. No fancy hosiery or socks should be worn, BUT HOSERY AND SOCKS SHOULD BE WORN. In addition, each member should be mindful of fitting clothing and/or sagging pants that distracts from ministry. It is important that ladies tops are not cut to low, and sleeves should be a minimum of three quarters in length. In like manner, NO HATS or FUR pieces should be worn while ministering. We exist solely to usher in the presence of the Lord, therefore we must limit all distractions!

Grooming Hair for both men and women must be neat and freshly cut and styled when ministering. If wearing

locks, they must be well maintained. Earrings must be conservative for women, and are not preferred for men. Makeup should be modest and not to distract the congregation or any onlookers. Attire must be neat and well coordinated. Jeans/Jean skirts and tennis shoes should only be worn when instructed. Nothing should ever be done to distract from ministry. All members are expected to exemplify good personal hygiene at all times. This includes body and breath. With this in mind, Altoids are strongly encouraged!

Arrival Times All members of the IMD are expected to be in rehearsal and/or the worship services before time. The

IMD organization strives to operate with excellence. This will ensure proper preparation time and focus. It will also allow time for prayer and consecration.

Texting and Telephone Use In this age of technology we use our cell phones for many reasons. The use of cell phones for personal

use is prohibited during rehearsal and worship. This includes texting. Many individuals use their cell phone as a bible and the IMD encourages the reading of the bible, however, don’t allow bible reading to become a time to send and check emails.

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Singing and Vocal Production The following concepts—posture, breathe support, tone production, and diction—are briefly discussed below and are of the utmost importance to the quality of sound a choral ensemble makes. Good Posture is absolutely necessary for good tone production. A singer must observe these steps for posture: (1) Stand erect with head up, back straight, (2) Place one foot slightly in front of the other and weight of body on forward part of feet (3) Lift chest, pull shoulders back, drop arms to sides (thumbs touching thighs) (4) Smile and use expression (5) Give good drama when singing (6) RELAX. Breath Support involves expanding the lungs (back), the sides, and the middle area before singing. One should think of blowing up a balloon or quickly expanding at the start of a phrase, taking in more air than is needed initially. The chest area must be free of air pressure. Power breaths involve quick expansions of the abdomen area at the beginning of each new phrase. Air should be released as slowly as possible. Tone Production is dependent on good posture, breathe support, an open throat, and relaxed jaw. A good vocal tone starts in the mind. The processes needed to produce it must be thought out until they become habit. When one sings, the voice should have forward projection (not placed back in the throat), a resonant quality, be pleasant to listen to, and not be strained on the throat. A good choral sound must be very controlled with an even vibrato (tremolo), capable of powerful louds and intense softs. The choral sound should never be too nasal or strident. The mouth, being a resonating cavity for sound, should be fully open with an oval shape to give the tone roundness. This will help to avoid spreading the tone (mouth moving horizontally) which produces a “twang.” A fine choral tone is on pitch (good intonation) and blends well with other good voices. Diction is necessary to understanding the words of a song. Singers should make every effort to articulate the syllables of the words being sung. A breath should never be taken between the syllables of a word. Good diction is dependent on words being sung in phrases and proper vowel formation. Vowels give body and tone quality to words. The five main vowels sounds are: a (as in may), ee (as in me), ah (as in lot), o (as in know), oo (as in too). Consonants give clarity to words. It is important to sound the consonants at the ends of phrases (i.e., good or trust). A slight exaggeration would need to occur on good and trust at the end of phrases to make them understandable by the audience. Choral groups have to be especially careful when s appears at the end of a phrase not to linger on it and get a reverberating “hissing” sound.

“A Comprehensive Guide To Music Ministry”

© 2010 TLS Ministries

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