Spiritual Lives of Great Composers

KAVANAUGH, PATRICK

Religion & Spirituality

Harper Uk

In this beautiful book, daily devotions draw spiritual insights from the lives of great composers and hymnists.

Spiritual Moments with the Great Composers

Zondervan

Handel, Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Dvorak, Stravinsky, Messiaen . . . Men of genius as different as their music - but all inspired by deep spiritual convictions. Peter Kavanaugh uncovers the spirituality of twenty of music's timeless giants, revealing legacies of the soul as diverse as the masterpieces they created. Warmly written, beautifully illustrated, and complete with listening recommendations for each composer, Spiritual Lives of the Great Composers is a fascinating look at the inner flame that lit the works of these masters.

Spiritual Lives of the Great Composers

Biographies & Memoirs

Arts & Literature

Patrick Kavanaugh shows that great music was written to be enjoyed, not merely admired. In Music of the Great Composers, he displays his gift for making the classics easy to understand and a delight to listen to. This practical book lets you select a listening program that's based on your needs and interests. Choose from a variety of approaches to pick the one that fits you best. From chorales to concertos to solo repertoire, Music of the Great Composers lets you customize your listening to broaden your understanding and love of music. You'll find: - Guidance for building a personal listening library - Fascinating insights into instruments, history, composers, compositions, musical terms--even simple music theory for the layperson - A lively guide to hundreds of masterworks--for hours of reading and listening enjoyment. Kavanaugh removes the intimidations from "highbrow" music, taking it out of its ivory tower so everyone can enjoy it. Written in a refreshing, popular style, Music of the Great Composers will bring an exciting new depth to your enjoyment of the classics.

Music of the Great Composers

The world of music is filled with special moments that teach us about life. No matter what type of music you like—classical, jazz, gospel, rock, country, etc.—you'll find the stories in this book fascinating and educational. Each of the 364 daily devotionals takes a look at an event or person in music history, then relates the key thought to a basic Christian truth that will help you grow spiritually.
 Helps readers integrate their faith into their daily routines 
 Has trememdous crossover potential 
 Perfect for music lovers ages 8 and up 
 Reveals fascinating truths about historical musical personalities

Devotions from the World of Music

Kavanaugh, Barbara

Christian Books & Bibles

Chariot Victor Pub.

Many Christians equate worship with Sunday morning hymns or praise songs-whether accompanied by an organ and church choir or electric guitar and drums. Worship, however, is more than singing Christian songs. Worship can be a lifestyle of praise and thanksgiving, throughout our daily routines and in our quiet times alone with God. 
Patrick Kavanaugh, a composer, long-time church musician, and best-selling author, brings a unique perspective to the subject of worship, stretching across denominational lines. He addresses charismatic and non-charismatic worship styles, not favoring one or the other but highlighting what the two approaches can offer each other. 
The book then demonstrates how believers can worship God "in Spirit and in truth" during their daily quiet times and day-to-day routine, consciously living life in God's presence. Worship-A Way of Life emphasizes the need of every Christian, whether a new believer or an experienced pastor, for worship, and it offers practical advice for worshiping the Lord with deeper intimacy.

Worship a Way of Life

Chosen Books Pub. Co

Encourages Christians to discover personal talents and then develop them in Christ-honoring ways, offering counsel on the seemingly unbalanced ways talents are given to different people and listing creative ways to share talents with a church community. Original.

You Are Talented: Discovering, Perfecting, and Using Your Unique Abilities

Presents creative tools and strategies for parents to instill faith and a love for God in children of any age, sharing suggestions on how to plan fun family devotional times and encourage wholehearted participation in worship. Original.

Raising Children to Adore God: Instilling Lifelong Passion for Worship

This popular guide to Christian music is a must-have for any music lover. Tracing the development of Christian music in its cultural context, each chapter includes a recommended listening list and sidebars that highlight important musicians, influential works, and musical styles. Perfect for the beginner looking for a handbook to illuminate the roots of sacred music but also of interest to the advanced listener who can use this as a reference guide.

The Music of Angels: A Listener's Guide to Sacred Music from Chant to Christian Rock

Arts & Photography

Music

Loyola Press

A Taste for the Classics

Sparrow Press

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