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A Musical Celebration – Advent & Christmas Hymns

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A Musical Celebration

Advent & Christmas with The 1982 Hymnal

Dr. Joseph Henry, Director of Music Ministries, presents three classes that will joyfully explore key stylistic developments in Western Art Music through hymnsin The 1982 Hymnal, celebrating the anticipation of Christmas. Join us Wednesdays, Dec 4, 11 & 18 from 6:00-7:15 pm in the South Room. Questions? Email Joe Henry at joehenry@thedoubter.org

Have a passion for music? Love Christmas hymns? Want know know about hymns from other faith traditions? These three classes are designed for anyone to listen and learn! Joe will incorporate bells and vocals for demonstration as well as informative historical knowledge. Everyone in the community is invited to join in!

Dec 4 – Monophony | THE MIDDLE AGES
Gregorian Chant as Melody with Hymns for Morning, Noon & Evening and Hymns for Advent

Dec 11 – Polyphony | THE RENAISSANCE& THE REFORMATION
“The Golden Age ofA Cappella Polyphony” with Hymns of the Reformation Period (1517-1648) and Hymns for Advent & Christmas

Dec 18 – Homophony & Monody | THE MODERN ERA
The Soprano-Bass Dynamic of Common Practice Harmony with Hymns from Around the World & from other Faith Traditions and Hymns for Christmas