Worship Leaders On Important Traits Of Sound Operators
Mix skills and system knowledge can be undermined… According to worship leaders, what are the most important aspects of being a church sound operator? I’ve been doing an informal survey on this...
View ArticleTaking Care Of Business
Avoiding unnecessary bumps in the road through careful planning, maintenance and teamwork… Talking with sound technicians and worship leaders, I often hear the complaint that from week to week, the...
View ArticleGoing With What You Know When The Pressure’s On
Several years ago, I was invited to be a presenter at an audio industry trade show, and while there, I greatly enjoyed meeting some fellow presenters. In fact, after the convention center hall closed,...
View ArticleThe Power Of Music & Technical Responsibilities
The emotional attachment to music that we humans have amazes me. I can hear a song that I listened to in junior high school, and boom—my mind goes back there. I can remember where I was, see who was...
View ArticleThe Dynamics Of Dynamics
Sitting in the tech booth during a service on a recent Sunday, I had an “a-ha” moment. Not a big one, but still a good lesson. We had traded worship bands for the day with our sister church. Our band...
View ArticleThe Importance Of Regularly Testing Cables
Why let one of the least expensive aspects of a system be its weakest link? Operating the sound system from the mix position during a recent Sunday worship service, it all began when the first note...
View ArticleThe Extra 10% Really Matters
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View ArticleThe Path To Worship Mix Success
A great mix is the sum of a whole lot of components in addition to pushing faders and twiddling knobs… After mixing sound at worship services for more than three decades, and teaching dozens of others...
View ArticleChurch Sound: Upgrading Essential System Components
“How do I get the biggest change in my sound quality for the smallest investment?” I’m often asked this question from cash-strapped churches that need a sound system upgrade but don’t have the funds to...
View ArticleL-Acoustics ARCS WiFo Leads System Retrofit At Radiant Church In Michigan
From its start in 1996 as a small independent plant by Grandville, Michigan’s Resurrection Life Church, Radiant Church in the Richland suburb of Kalamazoo has steadily grown its membership to 3,500...
View ArticleThe Kick Drum Is Too Loud? Says Who?
Sometimes my first reaction to something isn’t always my best reaction. Recently I was mixing a group that I’d handled a few times before, and after about 30 minutes of rehearsal, the leader walked out...
View ArticleEvaluating Our Abilities And Starting Fresh In The New Year
As the new year draws near what challenges will you face? I’m not rally a big fan of New Year’s resolutions, primarily because when I make them they tend to last about 1 – 2 weeks. However I do like...
View ArticleR-E-S-P-E-C-T “just a little bit” between Tech and Talent
I had the privilege of doing front of house sound for a sitting President of the United States. It was one of the simplest and easy gigs I have ever done. It was also one of the highest paying gigs I...
View ArticleSometimes You Need To Be Able To Dance As Good As (Or Better) Than You Mix
What can we do to sort it out, meet needs, and help them put on the best performance possible? The venue where I serve as technical director has recently had a number of touring acts come through. With...
View ArticleWhat does a Worship Leader REALLY want? in a Sound Person?
According to worship leaders, what are the most important aspects of being a church sound operator? I’ve been doing an informal survey on this topic, asking worship leaders for their views. The answers...
View ArticleWhat Techs Really Want from A Worship Leader
Tech and talent combined can lead to an explosive situation. Learning what each side needs to bring to a production can help the whole team make beautiful music. I recently published an article with...
View ArticleRating Your Total Church Experience
What is Sunday morning really like to your church visitors? How does your facility fit your ministry? How to see your facility experience with fresh eyes. I grew up in the church and have worked in...
View ArticleDesign/Bid/Build, Design Assist or Design/Build?
Bringing clarity to the three most popular methods of constructing a worship facility. Starting a building or renovation project can be overwhelming. How much is it going to cost? How can I find people...
View Article6 Ways to Build Better Churches
Constructing or renovating a worship facility can and should be a joyful time. So, what are the right things to do which will help bring joy – or at least keep the peace – during a building project?...
View ArticleThe Church As A Stage For Worship
When preparing for a worship service and setting yourself up for success, the little things can make a big difference. When talking about what our worship services are going to look like on a...
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