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Raising Musical Kids: A Guide for Parents
| Editorial Review From Library Journal "Musical children are not born they are raised," writes Cutietta (director, Sch. of Music and Dance, Univ. of Arizona), and here he provides practical and insightful instruction, both research- and experience-based, on how to encourage children to appreciate and participate in music. Chapters cover everything from creating a musical home environment and finding a good private teacher to careers in music and community resources. In a parent-friendly way, Cutietta continually reiterates his opening premise: raising musical children is a conscious activity. "It is easier now to be a musical nurturing parent than at any other time," he says, and to back up that assertion he provides useful appendixes to suggest additional resources for a child's music education. This volume compares very favorably with Wilma Machover and Marienne Uszler's Sound Choices: Guiding Your Child's Musical Experiences (LJ 9/1/96), which is organized by age but covers much of the same material. Like that earlier book, Cutietta's will be one that parents refer to again and again. An authoritative addition for parenting collections in all public libraries. Janet Brewer, Murray State Univ., KY Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc. |
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Book Description This new compact guide to the history and performance of music is both authoritative and a pleasure to use. With entries drawn and condensed from the widely acclaimed The New Harvard Dictionary of Music and its companion The Harvard Biographical Dictionary of Music, it is a dependable reference for home and classroom and for professional and amateur musicians. This concise dictionary offers definitions of musical terms; succinct characterizations of the various forms of musical composition; entries that identify individual operas, oratorios, symphonic poems, and other works; illustrated descriptions of instruments; and capsule summaries of the lives and careers of composers, performers, and theorists. Like its distinguished parent volumes, The Harvard Concise Dictionary of Music and Musicians provides information on all periods in music history, with particularly comprehensive coverage of the twentieth century. Clearly written and based vast expertise, The Harvard Concise Dictionary of Music and Musicians is an invaluable handbook for everyone who cares about music. |
| Editorial Review Book Description With more than 275,000 in print, this updated and restyled Amazing Grace is sure to be a favorite among those who love the hymns of the church. Each daily devotional is based on the stories behind one of the great hymns of the faith and includes a portion of the hymn, suggested Scripture readings, meditations, and practical applications. Includes entries on "A Mighty Fortress," "Blessed Assurance," "Majesty," "Silent Night," "Surely Goodness and Mercy," and 361 other favorites. |
Extravagant Worship: Holy, Holy, Holy Is the Lord God Almighty Who Was and
Is, and Is to Come
| Editorial Review Book Description Making Life an Offering of Praise Enter into God’s presence with new understanding and excitement when you discover what it means to be an Extravagant Worshiper. Darlene Zschech’s passionate love for her Lord leaps from the page to as she inspires, encourages, and instructs worshipers and worship leaders alike. Extravagant worship is being offered to our King across the planet, increasing in intensity and intimacy…cutting across all denominational barriers and religious preferences. My heart’s quest is that as God’s eyes search the earth, He would find me to be an extravagant worshipper. I pray this book not only finds itself in your hands, but that it finds itself planted in your heart. Darlene Zschech |
Scribbling in the Sand: Christ and Creativity
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From Publishers Weekly Card's stunning little book on creativity opens with a story about Jesus: faced with an adulterous woman that he was asked to punish, he knelt down and scribbled something in the sand. Card says that commentators have asked the wrong question what Jesus wrote rather than the more provocative question of why: "It was not the content that mattered but why he did it. Unexpected. Irritating. Creative." This same praise can be heaped upon his perceptive, original combination of storytelling and theological insight. Like Card's other books, this is profoundly biblical, teasing out fresh interpretations of Scripture through deep interaction with the text. Who but Card would imagine Noah's construction of the ark as a creative, imaginative act? Who but Card would then contrast this creation to the erection of the Tower of Babel, which demonstrates what happens when people create out of selfish ambition? Various chapters discuss the role of imagination in the prophetic books of the Bible, the activity of Jesus in helping to create the universe and the need for "a lifestyle of listening." Card's tone alternates between a gentle call to embrace God's beauty and a stinging jeremiad against the glib it's-all-about-the-artist approach to creativity that dominates both Christian and secular thinking. The book is not prescriptive; it doesn't help would-be artists and writers enhance their creativity through innovative techniques or exercises. It simply describes what it is like to know God and, as a result of that experience, to want to respond to him. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. |
You Are Talented: Discovering, Perfecting, and Using Your Unique Abilities
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Book Description Many Christians think they are "un-talented." Others know they have talent but aren't sure how best to use or develop it. Patrick Kavanaugh demonstrates from Scripture that God has given every person natural ability. He emphasizes that an essential aspect of living a fulfilling Christian life is using these gifts effectively for the glory of the Lord. You Are Talented! motivates believers to do just that. The book first inspires Christians to search out and discover their own unique abilities. Readers are encouraged to explore possible talents beyond obvious performance skills like music or athletics. You Are Talented! then guides believers along the lifelong journey of growing and maturing these skills in a way that honors Christ. It also examines difficult questions such as why God gives talents generously to some and seemingly sparingly to others. Finally, Kavanaugh's newest book provides creative and exciting ways for believers to share their gifts with others in the church, at home, and in the world. Packed with practical exercises, anecdotes, and humor, You Are Talented! will help readers realize that what they do with their talent is more important than which talents or how many talents they have. |
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