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		<title>Recommended Piano Keyboard</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2013 21:25:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for a Piano/Electronic keyboard, these are some that we have  either tried personally or currently own and can recommend. The Williams Allegro Keyboard lists for $399.99 but can be purchased through Amazon for $299.99. This is the keyboard that Donna uses when giving her piano lessons via Skype. Product Features 88 [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are looking for a Piano/Electronic keyboard, these are some that we have  either tried personally or currently own and can recommend.</p>
<h3><a class="easyazon-link" target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049SBVLG?tag=wwwchurchchoi-20">Williams Allegro 88-Key Digital Piano</a></h3>
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<p>The Williams Allegro Keyboard lists for $399.99 but can be purchased through Amazon for $299.99. This is the keyboard that Donna uses when giving her piano lessons via Skype.</p>
<h2>Product Features</h2>
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<li>88 touch-sensitive, hammer-action, velocity-sensitive keys</li>
<li>Layer, Split, and Transpose modes</li>
<li>Reverb and Chorus effects</li>
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<p>This is an excellent beginners keyboard and the price is great!</p>
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		<title>Recommended Webcams for Skype Lessons</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2013 21:10:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those of you who are taking piano/guitar lessons or choir consultation via skype or plan to in the future or even if you just need a good webcam, these are the ones we recommend. Good Video calling that&#8217;s simple for everyone You don&#8217;t need to be an expert to video call friends and family. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For those of you who are taking piano/guitar lessons or choir consultation via skype or plan to in the future or even if you just need a good webcam, these are the ones we recommend.</p>
<p><strong>Good</strong></p>
<p><strong>Video calling that&#8217;s simple for everyone</strong><br />
You don&#8217;t need to be an expert to video call friends and family. The Logitech Webcam C210 makes it simpler than ever with free one-click video calling included. You&#8217;ll look great, too, in be-there video quality your built-in webcam can&#8217;t match.</p>
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<p>The <a class="easyazon-link" target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LVZO88?tag=wwwchurchchoi-20">Logitech Webcam C210</a> features include:</p>
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<li>High-quality video recording and video calling</li>
<li>Crisp 1.3 MP photos</li>
<li>Auto light correction adjusts brightness for best possible images</li>
<li>Built-in noise-cancelling mic for clear conversations</li>
<li>Works with Logitech VidTM HD, SkypeTM, Yahoo® Messenger, Microsoft LiveTM Messenger</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Better</strong></p>
<p>To take it to the next level, a better webcam is the <a class="easyazon-link" target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LVZO8S?tag=wwwchurchchoi-20">Logitech HD Webcam C310</a><a class="easyazon-link" target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LVZO8S?tag=wwwchurchchoi-20"><img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41QNcbkM9OL._SL160_.jpg" class="alignnone" alt="Amazon Image" height="160" width="146"  /></a></p>
<p><strong>Simple video calling in fluid HD 720p</strong></p>
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<li>The smoothest HD video calls with more video frames per second than other HD webcams</li>
<li>Free, easy HD calls on included Logitech Vid HD or your preferred IM service</li>
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<p>Features include:</p>
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<li>Fluid 720p HD video recording and video calling in 16:9 widescreen</li>
<li>Vibrant 5 MP photos</li>
<li>One-click upload to Facebook and YouTube</li>
<li>Auto light correction for dim and harsh lighting, and built-in noise-cancelling mic</li>
<li>Works with Logitech VidTM HD, SkypeTM, Yahoo® Messenger, Microsoft LiveTM Messenger</li>
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<p><strong>Best</strong></p>
<p>The best webcam, the one we use, endorse and recommend is the Logitech C910</p>
<p><a class="easyazon-link" target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003M2YT96?tag=wwwchurchchoi-20">Logitech HD Pro Webcam C910</a><a class="easyazon-link" target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003M2YT96?tag=wwwchurchchoi-20"><img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41QsObWW8OL._SL160_.jpg" class="alignnone" alt="Amazon Image" height="128" width="160"  /></a></p>
<p><strong>Logitech HD Pro Webcam C910—the #1 selling webcam in the world*</strong><br />
Say it bigger. Say it better. High definition video up to 1080p, a wide-angle lens and autofocus for picture quality that&#8217;s simply amazing. Video chat, blog, stream and upload to Facebook in just one click. The term &#8216;webcam&#8217; doesn&#8217;t quite do it justice. Logitech Fluid Crystal Technology gives you smooth, fluid video. Crystal clear images. Rich colors.</p>
<p><strong>Image-Perfect Tuning:</strong> World-class optics, lighting compensation and image processing make your videos, video calls and photos more breathtaking.</p>
<p><strong>Auto Everything:</strong> Automatic adjustments for brightness, contrast, color saturation, colors, focus and face tracking make high-quality video calling and recording a breeze.</p>
<p><strong>Internet-Ready Camera:</strong> Camcorder-quality videos, digital camera-quality stills and studio-level sound make online video sharing and communications faster, easier and more beautiful.</p>
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		<title>Tips for Choir Members</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 15:58:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have been directing choirs for over 32 years and I have been working with Choir Directors, Church Musicians and Church Choirs for almost 20 years. Here are some tips for the Choir, the musicians (and the Pastor), that may be an encouragement to your Choir Director&#8230; the Second Man. 1. Be Prompt! There is [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have been directing choirs for over 32 years and I have been working with Choir Directors, Church Musicians and Church Choirs for almost 20 years. Here are some tips for the Choir, the musicians (and the Pastor), that may be an encouragement to your Choir Director&#8230; the Second Man.</p>
<p><strong>1. Be Prompt!</strong> There is seldom ever a legitimate excuse for being late to Choir Practice (or Church for that matter)</p>
<p><strong>2. No talking!</strong> When the Choir Director is working with a vocal section grant them the same courtesy that you would expect them to grant you.</p>
<p><strong>3. Be Prepared!</strong> Bring a pencil (not a pen unless it is erasable) to make notes on your music.</p>
<p><strong>4. Be an Encouragement!</strong> Say thank you to the Choir Director (and musicians) Bring them a pie or cookies on occasion, slip them a $20.00 bill or receive a special offering.</p>
<p><strong>5. Compensate them!</strong> When your Church is in a financial position give them a salary. As your Church grows put them on full time staff. No one (except a Choir Director and Musicians) know how much time a good (key word &#8211; GOOD) Choir Director will spend in preperation for choir practice.</p>
<p><strong>6. Communicate!</strong> Let your Choir Director know if you will not be available for a service or if you are going to miss Choir Practice</p>
<p><strong>7. Do Your Best!</strong> Ecclesiastes 9:10 &#8211; enough said!!</p>
<p><strong>8. Improve!</strong> As a musician or a singer, constantly challange yourself to do better. I advise every musician to have 3 other musicians in their life. One who is better than they are so they can learn to improve. One who is not as good as you are so you can be a mentor to them. One who is on your level so you can encourage each other and learn together.</p>
<p><strong>9. Pray daily!</strong> Pray for your Pastor, pray for your Choir director, pray for your musicians pray for your fellow choir members and church members.</p>
<p><strong>10. Be Sincere!</strong> Know who you are singing about, know why you are singing!</p>
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		<title>Thank You Piano Lessons Registration</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 14:54:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before we get Started. There are several things that you will need before we get started. Piano (tuned, as I don’t do well with untuned pianos) or a keyboard. If you have a keyboard, it must have at least 61 keys (preferably 88 keys, but we can start with 61) and have weighted action keys. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Before we get Started.</strong></p>
<p>There are several things that you will need before we get started. </p>
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<li>Piano (tuned, as I don’t do well with untuned pianos) or a keyboard. If you have a keyboard, it must have at least 61 keys (preferably 88 keys, but we can start with 61) and have weighted action keys.</li>
<li>Laptop with Skype (you can google Skype for help if needed) installed and a webcam and have high speed internet.</li>
<li>Email address for correspondence. </li>
<li>Printer &#8211; A lot of the information that I give you will be songs I have set to music from my computer. I will send them to you by email and you will need to print them out and keep them.</li>
<li>3 ring Binder with clear sleeves You will need this to keep all the songs in that you are working on. </li>
<li>Church Hymnal We will be working on songs from the hymnal. I would rather you have the “Red Back” Church Hymnal, but if your church uses a different hymnal please let me know. </li>
<li>Paper and Pen to take notes each lesson.</li>
</ul>
<p>In preparation for the first lesson, please answer the following questions. Hit submit when you are finished.</p>
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<p>During your first lesson, be prepared to play me a couple of songs that you are very familiar with. If you read music, I will want to hear you play a song by notes so that I will be aware of your reading ability. Please do not be intimidated or afraid of messing up. I cannot help you fix mistakes if I do not hear them. Remember, I am here to help you!</p>
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