IMD Enrollment by David Perry

2011 ENROLLMENT GUIDE

REHEARSALTIMESAND SCHEDULES

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,

UNIFORMS & COLORS

TIME and LOCATION

For MEN

For WOMEN

MINISTRY ATTIRE ALL WHITE Any combination of BLACK and GOLD Any combination of TAN and CARMEL Any combination of BROWN and CHARTREUSE NAVY BLUE AFRICAN ATTIRE that is Ministry-Conducive AFRICAN ATTIRE that is Ministry-Conducive BLACK suit, WHITE shirt, Coordinated BLACK tie STELL GRAY suits with RED Accessories STELL GRAY suits with RED Accessories IMD PARAPHERNALIA With DENIM jeans Any combination of BROWN and CHOCOLATE OFFICIAL WHITE SURPLICE with BLACK slacks OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE with BLACK slacks OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE with BLACK slacks MINISTRY ATTIRE

MINISTRY ATTIRE ALL WHITE Any combination of BLACK and GOLD Any combination of TAN and CARMEL Any combination of BROWN and CHARTREUSE NAVY BLUE AFRICAN ATTIRE that is Ministry-Conducive AFRICAN ATTIRE that is Ministry-Conducive ALL WHITE RED with SILVER Accessories RED with SILVER Accessories IMD PARAPHERNALIA With DENIM skirt Any combination of BROWN and CHOCOLATE OFFICIAL WHITE SURPLICE with BLACK skirt OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE with BLACK skirt OFFICIAL PURPLE SURPLICE with BLACK skirts MINISTRY ATTIRE

Monday, October 31 7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) st Tuesday, November 1 9:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) st Tuesday, November 1 7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) nd Wednesday, November 2 12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) nd Wednesday, November 2 7:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) rd Thursday, November 3 12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) rd Thursday, November 3 6:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) rd Thursday, November 3 8:00 PM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) th Friday, November 4 9:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) th Friday, November 4 6:00 PM, Edward Jones Dome th Friday, November 4 7:45 PM, TBD th Saturday, November 5 12 NOON, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) th Saturday, November 5 7:30 PM, TBD th Sunday, November 6 9:00 AM, Edward Jones Dome th Sunday, November 6 8:00 PM, Edward Jones Dome th Monday, November 7 10:00 AM, The America’s Center (Halls 4 & 5) th Monday, November 7 General Assembly

White Surplice $50

Purple Surplice $60

IMD MASS CHOIR - 2011

Date

Rehearsal Schedule America’s Convention Center Time Place

Tuesday, November 1st Tuesday, November 1st Wednesday, November 2nd Wednesday, November 2nd Thursday, November 3rd Thursday, November 3rd Friday, November 4th Friday, November 4th Saturday, November 5th Sunday, November 6th

7:00 AM 5:00 PM 10:00 AM 5:00 PM 10:00 AM NO REHEARSAL 8:00 AM 5:00 PM 12:00 NOON 7:00 AM

Rooms 130 & 131 “ “ “ “ -“ “ “ “

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 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 2

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. 3

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.

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