Music And Worship In The Church
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
At the crossroads of sacred tradition and musical artistry stands one of the most comprehensive and authoritative guides to church music ever written. Music and Worship in the Church by Austin C. Lovelace and William C. Rice presents a thorough examination of the role music plays in Christian worship, addressing everything from the theological foundations of sacred music to the practical responsibilities of the church musician. The authors argue with conviction and clarity that music is not merely an accompaniment to worship but an integral, theologically significant act in itself, guiding congregations, choir directors, and clergy alike through the principles that make a worship service both spiritually meaningful and musically excellent. Drawing on decades of combined expertise in hymnology, choral direction, and liturgical practice, Lovelace and Rice illuminate the rich history of sacred music while offering concrete, instructive guidance for its present-day application. Their writing is measured and authoritative, reflecting a deep reverence for both musical craft and spiritual purpose. Published by the respected Abingdon Press — long a cornerstone of religious scholarship — this volume remains an essential resource for ministers of music, seminary students, and anyone who believes that the song of the church deserves as much care as its sermon. Whether you are building a choir program from the ground up or seeking to deepen your understanding of why we sing in worship, this landmark text will leave you with far more questions answered — and a profound new appreciation for the ones that remain.
Author: Austin C. Lovelace, William C. Rice
Format: Hardback
Genre: Music
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
At the crossroads of sacred tradition and musical artistry stands one of the most comprehensive and authoritative guides to church music ever written. Music and Worship in the Church by Austin C. Lovelace and William C. Rice presents a thorough examination of the role music plays in Christian worship, addressing everything from the theological foundations of sacred music to the practical responsibilities of the church musician. The authors argue with conviction and clarity that music is not merely an accompaniment to worship but an integral, theologically significant act in itself, guiding congregations, choir directors, and clergy alike through the principles that make a worship service both spiritually meaningful and musically excellent. Drawing on decades of combined expertise in hymnology, choral direction, and liturgical practice, Lovelace and Rice illuminate the rich history of sacred music while offering concrete, instructive guidance for its present-day application. Their writing is measured and authoritative, reflecting a deep reverence for both musical craft and spiritual purpose. Published by the respected Abingdon Press — long a cornerstone of religious scholarship — this volume remains an essential resource for ministers of music, seminary students, and anyone who believes that the song of the church deserves as much care as its sermon. Whether you are building a choir program from the ground up or seeking to deepen your understanding of why we sing in worship, this landmark text will leave you with far more questions answered — and a profound new appreciation for the ones that remain.