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July 2, 2008

Requirements For A Productive Sound Ministry (church sound 101)

I found a sound operator's posting on the internet of all of his responsibilities.  While reading it, I realized there is a long list of responsiblies for a successful sound ministry.   If you have your own points to add, please comment on this article. Techie Stuff: 1. Sound booth kept clean ... Read More

July 11, 2018

How Much Should the Music Mix Change Each Week?

Do you set the mix once for the band and never touch it again? What do you do when the skill level of the sound techs greatly varies? Brian and I, Chris, have seen a lot of things done wrong and a lot done right regarding both questions. In this podcast episode (#31), we go deep as we answer these ... Read More

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June 13, 2013

A Shepherd, a Flock of Sheep, and a Homemade Lighting Board | Ministry Essentials

[Gurus 2013 in Review: Alberty Reyes and Curtis Templeton] Continuing this week's series on the Gurus of Tech review, I bring you the insight of Alberty Reyes and Curtis Templeton.  Alberty and Curtis are two people working in God's kingdom, doing transforming work, doing it in completely ... Read More

April 19, 2011

How to Learn from Your Team

As a kid, I loved fishing.  I was a member of B.A.S.S. (Bass Anglers Sportsmen Society).  I had autographs from Hank Parker and other professional fisherman. I even caught a five pound bass and released him to swim wild again; catch and release was the motto of the day.  My success as ... Read More

May 13, 2011

Rules of Professionalism for the Church Sound Tech

In a recent email survey, several of you commented on the lack of professionalism you see in your volunteers.  I give you something to post in your sound booth...the rules of audio professionalism. 1. Always be early.  If you are on time for practice, you are late because people are now waiting ... Read More

January 20, 2012

Picking The Best Tech Team Candidate

[Guest Post: Brian Gowing] In this time of the American Presidential Primary Race, consider what you should look for in a tech team  candidate.  Brian examines the six traits desirable in an audio team candidate. A well-functioning team can move mountains and make the impossible possible. And ... Read More

November 11, 2008

Interview: Brian Davis | Worship Tech Online

Brian Davis blogs at  Worship Tech Online.  He's recently posted detailed updates on the FCC wireless rulings as well as new products from the WFX convention!  He is the Director of Worship Technologies at Fellowship Bible Church Dallas.  He's also worked in radio and television production.  Brian ... Read More

October 4, 2010

Passing Out A Sound Tech Job Description

Musicademy put up an article last week with worship team job descriptions. They included the position of "sound technician."  The job description for sound tech was a little bit lacking in my option.  Let's see how we can fix it up a bit... First off, I applaud the ... Read More

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