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Sheet Music: Paper vs Digital?

Sheet Music: Paper vs Digital?

Sheet Music: Paper vs Digital?Kris Baines
Published on: 13/12/2025

Whichever sheet music option you choose, whether it be paper or digital, remember that our ultimate goal is to bring glory to God, and help lead the congregation in true worship with minimal distraction.

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Technology & The Church Piano Player

Technology & The Church Piano Player

Technology & The Church Piano PlayerKris Baines
Published on: 04/12/2025

...if we are going to use various aspects of technology, the main thing to remember is that any technology we use must be seen as a servant to our main goal of supporting the congregational singing, rather than a master that can potentially hinder it.

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5 Vocal Pointers (for those who sing and play)

5 Vocal Pointers (for those who sing and play)

5 Vocal Pointers (for those who sing and play)Kris Baines
Published on: 28/11/2025

...prioritize choosing a key that is congregation-friendly as it's more important that most of the church can sing comfortably, rather than just you showing how high you can go :-)

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Dealing With Overload And Overwhelm - Part 2

Dealing With Overload And Overwhelm - Part 2

Dealing With Overload And Overwhelm - Part 2Kris Baines
Published on: 21/11/2025

This is a matter of renewing your trust in God, recognising that you are not indispensable, and making sure you only take on that which God intends for you, rather than being driven by your own expectations.

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