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MUSIC
and
WORSHIP
Relevant Truths/Doctrines
Worship
Spirituality
Truth
Spiritual Battle
Unity
Spiritual Maturity
Submission
Emotion
Music
I.
References
II.
Technical Development
III.
A.
Musicology
B.
Beauty
C.
Physiology of Music
Biblical Development
Directive/Descriptive/Principle
B. Textual Exposition
A.
IV.
Sacred Music—Hymnology
A.
B.
Standards
History
V.
FAQs
VI.
Summary/Conclusion
Music Study References
Music Study References (cont)
Music, 10-part series by Pastor Tom Stegall, Word of
Grace Bible Church, 2007.
Worship and Music, 18-part series by Pastor Robert Dean,
West Houston Bible Church, 2006-2007
Worship & Music, 2-session study by Pastor Dennis
Rokser, Duluth Bible Church, 2006.
With Hearts and Minds and Voices, Christian Research
Journal, Vol. 23/No. 2, 2001, John MacArthur
Music
I.
References
II.
Technical Development
III.
A.
Musicology
B.
Beauty
C.
Physiology of Music
Biblical Development
Directive/Descriptive/Principle
B. Textual Exposition
A.
IV.
Sacred Music—Hymnology
A.
B.
Standards
History
V.
FAQs
VI.
Summary/Conclusion
Arrangement Basic Building Blocks
Volume
Vocal Parts
Music Terminology
Mode: There are technically seven (7), and are either major or minor; they are
the scales by which music is composed.
Though not technically
synonymous, we relate more readily to the term major and minor key.
Melody: A succession of tones that represent the linear or horizontal aspect of
a song. The fundamental arrangement of notes of a song.
Harmony: The simultaneous sounding of two or more tones in forming a chord,
and the technique governing the construction and arrangement of such
chords. The melody is typically included in this chord.
Rhythm: The organization of sound in time; the arrangement of notes according
to their relative duration and relative accentuation. This is an essential
element in music in one way or another.
Pitch: The highness or lowness of a tone; the general highness or lowness of a
song.
Tempo: The speed or pace of the music, which may vary within a song.
Volume: The loudness of the music, which may also be changed throughout
the arrangement.
Timbre: Known as tone color, and is particularly used in distinguishing one
instrument from another.
Meaning of Music
Textual Content
Poetic Form
Associative Meaning
Intrinsic Meaning
Worship in Song, Scott Aniol, Ch 6.
Meaning of Music
Textual Content
Poetic Form
Associative Meaning
Intrinsic Meaning
Worship in Song, Scott Aniol, Ch 6.
Worship in Song
Scott Aniol
“Though the basic content of a song communicates propositional
truth, meaning can never be separated from form. In other words,
propositional truth is not the only truth that is communicated in
song with lyrics. The form in which that propositional truth is
packaged communicates as well...
“The point is this: some poetic forms simply cannot treat serious
subjects seriously, while other forms are more capable of
supporting serious subjects...
“This is important because when we evaluate what music means
and whether its meaning is compatible with biblical Christianity,
we must not evaluate only the propositional content of the text,
but we must also evaluate the form to determine if the emotional
content is appropriate.” pp. 82-83, 86
Meaning of Music
Textual Content
Poetic Form
Associative Meaning
Intrinsic Meaning
Worship in Song, Scott Aniol, Ch 6.
Meaning of Music
Textual Content
Poetic Form
Associative Meaning
Intrinsic Meaning
Worship in Song, Scott Aniol, Ch 6.
Meaning of Music
Textual Content
Poetic Form
Associative Meaning
Intrinsic Meaning
Worship in Song, Scott Aniol, Ch 6.
Serious Emotional Expression
Sad Emotional Expression
Mode: Major
Tempo: Slow
Pitch: Low
Rhythm: Firm
Harmony: Consonant
Volume: Medium
Mode: Minor
Tempo: Slow
Pitch: Low
Rhythm: Firm
Harmony: Dissonant
Volume: Soft
Serene Emotional Expression
Mode: Major
Tempo: Slow
Pitch: Medium
Rhythm: Flowing
Harmony: Consonant
Volume: Soft
Majestic Emotional Expression
Mode: Major
Tempo: Medium
Pitch: Medium
Rhythm: Firm
Harmony: Dissonant
Volume: Loud
Happy Emotional Expression
Mode: Major
Tempo: Fast
Pitch: High
Rhythm: Flowing
Harmony: Consonant
Volume: Medium
Frightening Emotional Expression
Mode: Minor
Tempo: Slow
Pitch: Low
Rhythm: Uneven
Harmony: Dissonant
Volume: Varied
Worship in Song
Scott Aniol
“If believers are concerned to pursue holiness, and if they are
willing to take important biblical principles and apply them to
every area of their lives (including the music they enjoy), they must
be willing to evaluate meaning in music to determine whether that
meaning fits with God's desires.” pg. 96