PURPOSE OF A WORSHIP BAND
- To provide a musical foundation for worship;
- To attain a spiritual flow of praise that invokes the manifest presence of God;
- To bring other people into intimate communion with God through worship.
CHARACTERISTICS OF A “TIGHT” WORSHIP BAND
- Entire band “in the groove” – breaks simple and clean, transitions smooth, flowing and comfortable.
- All players familiar with various rhythms and meters, styles and keys.
- Drummer and bass player consistent in the punches, kicks, accents – solidifying the tightness of the group. Drums control flow.
- Lead instrument establishing melodic and harmonic progression. Lead instrument controls mood.
- Secondary instruments (all others) adding harmonic and rhythmic color and fullness to the work of the lead instrument.
- All players able to read chord/rhythm charts, improvise and solo. This keeps the band fresh, flexible and innovative.
- Each team member having a good ear and good timing, keeping the band solid, tasteful, energetic and creative.
- The more players involved, the less each musician plays.
- All team members listening, watching and aware of any signals from the worship leader.
- All team members spiritually sensitive and God-conscious, knowing what the anointing is, and flowing with the mood of the Holy Spirit.
For more information contact Pastor Mark at 239.543.2700 or by email.
