Church Musicians
Develop a deeper appreciation of church music and learn the history of the Church's hymnody with these articles from CPH Music.
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: “Stricken, Smitten, and Afflicted: A Lenten Plainsong”
You would never guess that the source of this tune was not chant after hearing this piece. The pushing and pulling tension of chant complements this text in a way never before heard,...
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Read ArticleAn Introduction to Symbolism in the Christian Church
Christian symbols are seen throughout history in sanctuaries, books, hymnals, and even architecture. They’re a pivotal part of the faith. Yet, throughout the years, many of their...
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Read ArticleWhat Is the Liturgy and the Divine Service?
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Read ArticleTop Christmas Arrangements for Pianists
Christmas music offers the opportunity for musicians to share moments of both sparkling exuberance and gentle peace. From the quiet preservice music to joyful hymns, Christmas piano...
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Christmastide Fughettas
Ornament your Christmas worship with delightful fughettas using Christmastide Fughettas! This large collection of fourteen hymn-based fugal settings by Donald Rotermund is creative and...
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Read ArticleAwaiting the Resurrection: Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus
Saints are well-known figures in Church history. While you might not personally know every saint, their commitment to the faith and contributions are understood by their titles. Just as...
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Angels We Have Heard on High—New Setting by John Behnke
John A. Behnke’s concertato setting of the beloved Christmas carol “Angels We Have Heard on High” is written for SATB choir, congregation, and organ, and the setting also includes...
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1:00Watch VideoBring Your Heart Closer to Each Hymn | Lutheran Service Book: Devotional Edition
The hymn texts from Lutheran Service Book are beautiful vessels showcasing how God’s love has been given to His believers through the ages. Spend time discovering the beauty in each hymn from Luthera
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Read ArticleFive Well-Loved Hymns by Paul Gerhardt
Paul Gerhardt (1607–76) is considered to be a prolific composer, writing 123 hymns during his lifetime that are still enjoyed by the church today. His dedication to hymn writing even...
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
Jeffrey Blersch’s organ collection Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation features four variations on the tune WESTMINSTER ABBEY. The first masterfully incorporates a Purcell sonata for a...
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Read ArticleOrgan Music for Every Hymn of the Day
One staple of worship every Sunday is the Hymn of the Day. Whether printed in your bulletin or posted on the hymn outline board at the front of the church, the Hymn of the Day connects to...
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Grace Unbounded: Short and Easy Lord’s Supper Preludes
Treating sixteen tunes commonly associated with the Lord’s Supper, Grace Unbounded is a book you will always want handy for Communion distribution. When you’re not sure how much music...
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Read ArticleTeaching Kids to Sing with Canons from One and All Rejoice
One and All Rejoice (OAR) contains numerous opportunities for teaching children part singing. A great way to get started is by learning one of the many canons included in OAR. To discover...
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Read Article5 Hymns to Sing in Honor of the 500th Anniversary of the First Lutheran Hymnal
In 1523, Martin Luther wrote to Georg Spalatin (1484–1545), private secretary to Elector Frederick III (“the Wise”) of Saxony. With his superb humanist education, Spalatin was sought by...
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Piano Prelude Series
Following the successful Hymn Prelude Library series for organ comes a comprehensive set of piano preludes for all the hymn tunes in Lutheran Service Book. Not an adaptation of the organ...
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Read ArticleThe Life and Legacy of Isaac Watts
[Historically, in church music] Lutherans sang hymns from the beginnings of the Reformation. Calvinists, though, in their zeal to use nothing but the Bible in worship, tended to restrict...
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45:20Watch VideoChurch Music | CPH Podcast with Jeffrey Blersch
In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Elizabeth Pittman is joined by co-host Peter Reske, CPH Senior Editor of Music/Worship. The duo hosts together to interview Dr. Jeffrey Blers
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Richard Hillert: The Unpublished Organ Works
Eight recently discovered organ works of distinguished composer, teacher, and parish musician Dr. Richard Hillert (1923-2010) are being newly released in Richard Hillert: The Unpublished...
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Read ArticleTop Handbell Pieces for Children and Beginners
Handbell music holds a unique place in the realm of parish music education and congregational worship. Its blend of teamwork, rhythm, and melody offers a rich experience for children,...
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Read ArticleMusic of the Month: Classic Concordia Chorale Preludes
Classic Concordia Chorale Preludes is a large collection of miniature chorale prelude gems mined from the Concordia Publishing House (CPH) catalog of the 1950s through 1980s. These pieces...
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