Music and Worship I.References II.Technical Development A. Musicology B. Beauty C. Physiology of Music III.Biblical Development A. Directive/Descriptive/Principle B. Textual Exposition IV.Sacred Music—Standards and Hymnody V.FAQs VI.Summary/Conclusion

Standards A.Content B.Arrangement C.Instrumentation

Arrangement A.Melodious B.Complementary of Content C.Edifying (vs. Entertaining) D.Emotions-sanctifying (vs. Emotions-indulging/inciting/inflaming)

Arrangement A.Melodious B.Complementary of Content C.Edifying (vs. Entertaining) D.Emotions-sanctifying (vs. Emotions-indulging/inciting/inflaming)

“What is the significance of these statements in the light of sacred music? It is absurd to think that one can unite Christian lyrics with the medium of the world (rock music) and expect the meaning and communication to remain the same. Furthermore, this kind of rationalization is in conflict with Scripture in that it proposes that right or wrong is established by oneself—one’s own motivation. Man becomes the judge and jury of that which is right or wrong, since he is the only reliable source as to the purpose of his actions.” pg. 31

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“These responses are not isolated opinions. There are many knowledgeable writers and experts in the fields of psychology of music, philosophy of music, and sociology of music who concur with such statements and make considerably more pointed remarks. The great majority of these would have no experience in the Christian life or with the Christian community. Yet they perceive the issue of music and communication better, from a social and psychological perspective, than many Christians who have a spiritual viewpoint.” pg. 33

Tuning the Human InstrumentDr. Steven Halpern “The loud volume, drums, and repetition of much of the contemporary rock genre bears a non-coincidental resemblance to trance music found in other parts of the world.” pg. 101 The Disciplined LifestyleDr. Steven Halpern “There are music forms, whether secular or sacred, which create moods of pensiveness, of idealism, of awareness of beauty, of aspiration, and of holy joyousness. There are other forms of music which create moods of recklessness and sensual excitement. Surely it doesn’t take much judgment to know which forms are most appropriate for religious functions.” pg. 87

God's New SongLeonard Seidel “The narrative tells us that when David played, the evil spirit fled from the king, indicating that God was able to break through and continue to work in Saul’s life. It also indicates that there is a certain type of music around which demons feel very uncomfortable. Check the other side of the coin. There is a type of music under which evil spirits find quite easy to progress with their work and influence.” pg. 9

“The pastor preaches the truth. May I suggest to you that one of the practical functions and purposes of music in the church is to set the spirit. And that spirit, which can be brought about by the music more effectively than by any other medium, must, in its character, reflect the truth. The body of believers which mirrors this kind of duet, truth in Word and sound (music), then experiences a oneness which is rare in the Christian community. And what a thrilling prospect is promised at the end of that verse: 'for the Father seeketh such to worship him.'” pg. 88

The Sound of Social ChangeR. Serge Denisoff/Richard A. Peterson “There can be no music without ideology.” pg. 107 The Sound of Social ChangeR. Serge Denisoff/Richard A. Peterson “New Left defenders of rock..., like media advertising men, assert that the music has great ideological impact because the message is put across in strong symbols carried by the energy of the music itself.” pg. 2 Satan's Music ExposedLowell Hart “Rock, rhythm and blues, jazz, pop tunes, Bossa Nova, etc. are all products of the world. These musicians are taking the fleshly and are saying, in effect, 'We are going to appeal to the spiritual.' It cannot be done. It is neither logical or scriptural.” pg. 95

The Secret Power of MusicDavid Tame “Perhaps here we find as clear a pointer as any to the philosophy underlying the 'new music'; existentialism, of course, is the general doctrine which denies objective universal values or morals.” p 101 The Secret Power of MusicDavid Tame “...the ideal is that there should be no ideals, and the rule must be that there should be no rules...music is more devoid of idealistic foundations that at any period during the history of man.” p 72 Music & MinistryCalvin Johansson “The characteristics of the gospel must be matched with similar characteristics in the music if the music is to show gospel meaning. In a sense, the music becomes the gospel. It is the gospel in musical action.” pp

“What is worldliness in music? How can melody, harmony, and rhythm be considered worldly? Certainly it is a difficult task for the average believer to define strictly that which is worldly and that which is acceptable music.” pg. 90

“For those whose conception of music is still centered on words, harmless sound, entertainment, and meaningless communications, the question of how notes and rhythms could possibly become sensual might still be a burning issue. Human communication includes words, pictures, and sounds. Allow me to ask some very practical questions. Can vowels and consonants become either blessing or blasphemy? Certainly they can. Can an artist, with the raw material of pen and paper, create beauty? Yes. Can those same materials be used to create pornography? Obviously. Just as vowels and consonants can become blasphemy and pen and paper in the hand of an artist can become pornography, so notes and rhythm, in the hands of a composer or artist, can become sensual. Is the picture coming into better focus? Most can grasp the first two examples because they are more overt. Music is more subtle and much more powerful than either of the previously mentioned examples. Remember, it reaches the heart and soul.” p 100