Since last writing this newsletter, I've been distracted with preparing for an insurance exam that I did not pass.   Have you heard of CPCU?   I figured I had a chance.   I understood the material, or so I thought.   But amidst all those essay questions, although things looked familiar, I did not know enough.   It was embarrassing, reading that email the other day, informing me, especially after 6 months of studying.

Maybe you can relate. You have a passion for something, but just can't seem to make a go of it, so you try seeking success by another route only to fail.   But along the way you discover what are you not well-suited for.   And if you don't take yourself too seriously, you learn to appreciate the experience.

Thank you for your patience with me the past few months.   I hope to be back on course, providing you some meaningful information intended to encourage and help you fulfill your passions for great church musicianship.

My feature article this month is Improve Your Heart

I hope you enjoy this month's issue.

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Improve Your Heart

To improve our hearts for God-honoring service is one of the main reasons I started this website.   There seems to be no shortage of talent and creativity these days when it comes to songwriting.   That's true everywhere, not just in the church music scene.  

What is more rare is a person with a worshiper's heart; one who does the right thing regardless of the audience.   Can you really ever learn too much about improving your heart for God?  

Please click here to read the article. (Or copy and paste this address into your browser if your email is set to text.)

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Training Resources

Bringing your finest means keeping up with training.   Whether it's a new skill, like songwriting, or one you would like to take to the next level, using the internet can really simplify your learning. Remember when about your only alternative to learning more about any area of music meant taking private lessons, or taking a night class at a the community college? Sometimes what works far better is if you can learn on your own schedule, and at your own pace.

What if you need to spend a little more help me on a concept that the rest of the class breezed through? That's where internet classes can really help. They give you the ability to be the driver - not the teacher, or the professional who is just auditing the class.

I found a site I really like and recommend every chance I get.   You won't have to spend a fortune and for most of the courses you will also get a book to keep.

If you happen to be a teacher, you might want to consider using this resource to supplement your regular curriculum.

MusicianUniversity.com Songwriting Courses
MusicianUniversity.com Piano Courses
MusicianUniversity.com Guitar Courses
MusicianUniversity.com Bass Guitar Courses
MusicianUniversity.com Drums Courses
MusicianUniversity.com Singing Courses

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Until next month, may grace and peace be yours,
Jim Snedeker
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