Alright, I've been meaning to do this for awhile, and although it's probably a little late for anyone working on a Ward Choir Christmas Program for this year, maybe it will give you ideas for next year. I've finally (after spending WAY too much time trying to get this to work . . .) figured out a way to attach these programs here, for anyone who wants to download free PDF versions of the 3 Ward Choir Christmas Programs I've put together over the past 6 years.
I think I mentioned before that I'm not a huge fan of the Christmas Cantatas you can buy--inevitably, I don't like some of the music, or feel the narration too contrived or whatever. I prefer choosing my own music from a variety of composers and then tying it together with scriptural references and words from our latter-day prophets. So I have put together 3 such programs, that hopefully will be useful to some ward choir director somewhere. I'm doing a new one for this year, and then I plan on recycling these 4 for awhile . . . unless I get a spark of inspiration next year, that is.
The narration in these programs is all scriptural, or taken from words of modern day prophets. The music, however, is not necessarily all from church approved sources, but was all approved by the various bishoprics I've served under. However, every bishop is different, so before you start rehearsing any music outside the hymn book or primary song book or other church approved materials get the lyrics approved.
Alright, enough prologue. Let's see if this works. You should be able to just click on one of the programs and it will take you to a site that will allow you to download and print the documents . . .
8/26/13
So, I don't know where my links went. Instead, you can click HERE and it will take you to my post where I just put the programs right in my blog.
I would love to view your Christmas Programs, I do not see the download?
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your ideas!
Hmm, you are right, Kyle. I don't know where they went. If you'd like to send me your email address, I'd be happy to email you the programs that I've compiled so far.
DeleteI was recently called as ward choir director. I am just starting to put together our Christmas Program and would love to see your stuff. If you don't mind, you can email me at michelle@footeprints.com Thanks a bunch! Michelle Foote
ReplyDeleteHi Michelle--Just sent you an email with four of my Christmas programs. Let me know if you have any problems accessing them.
DeleteThank you so much. Yes! I was able to open the files easily. I have to say... you are awesome. Thanks so much for sharing. I was looking through your blog yesterday and found some wonderful selections that I will absolutely be using. Thank you for taking the time to put your blog together. I know that your primary goal was to uplift your ward, but you have helped me more than you can imagine. I've been feeling very overwhelmed and under-qualified for this calling, and you have helped me to relax and enjoy it a bit more. Thanks again!
DeleteThanks, Michelle. I'm glad you found something on here useful. Not very many people look at this blog, so I haven't been very good at keeping it updated, but since it was helpful for you, I feel inspired! :) Maybe it can help another ward choir director out there. If you have any other questions I can help you with, let me know. I'd be happy to throw in my two cents. I'm not an expert, but I've done a fair amount of Ward and Stake choirs in the last almost 10 years, so I can at least share what has or hasn't worked for us. Good luck with your choir! You'll do great, I'm sure!
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ReplyDeleteI would love to receive the copies of your Christmas programs, please. And thank you so much for your willingness to share.
Lila
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Hi Lila,
DeleteI just emailed you with the Christmas programs. Hope they are helpful!
I'd love copies as well!!! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much,
Richelle
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Just sent those to you today. Let me know if you didn't receive them for some reason.
DeleteCould you send the files to me too? thanks so much!
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Me too! :) misswilliams@mac.com
ReplyDeleteLooks like it has been a while since the last comment was posted. If you are still there, would you mind sending me your Christmas program files? I'm very grateful to have found your blog, even though you have been released! jlpwelch@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteSo sorry! I just saw this--I will send you the files, though you have likely begun practicing for your Christmas program. Maybe it can help for next year?
DeleteCould I also please get copies of your Christmas Programs? I am so grateful that you are willing to share! Thank you! Please send to: melodycluff@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCould I also get the files with the Christmas programs? Please email them to crowther.becky@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCould I also get the files with the Christmas programs? Please email them to crowther.becky@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteMe also. Jeanbyington@gmail.com. Thx
ReplyDeleteWhoops wrong address, it is. Jeanbyington44@gmail.com. Thx
ReplyDeleteIs it still possible to get the files with the Christmas programs? If so, please email them to diannehostetter1957@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI would love to see your Christmas programs. My email address is julieharris5252@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteThank you
Would also appreciate you forwarding Christmas Programs to me.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks!
reneerhyasen@gmail.com
I would love a copy of your sacrament meeting program! My email address is janibell59@gmail.com. Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteI would also love a copy of your programs
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I recently got called as a ward chorister. I sing but I do most stuff by ear and feel very inadequate as a leader LOL! Nevertheless, I think the Bishopric wants me to put together the sacrament Christmas program so I'd love to see your ideas. My email is mbrothers2008@charter.net. Thank you so very much!!
ReplyDeletePlease send my way as well. I have some ideas, but would love some examples to build from
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