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Aaron Keyes “Blessing And Honour” – Story Behind The Song
August 25, 2010
Blessing And Honour by Aaron Keyes
The song is from his debut album, Not Guilty Anymore, that releases TODAY and which Foursquare.org says is “a rich and rewarding release from Aaron Keyes that spans the centuries to deliver a powerhouse of worship…Keyes does not offer us trite phrases and clichéd language, but instead presents the words of a true worshiper grounded in solid theology and love for Jesus, which lends a hymnic quality to the whole album…this album will be a treasure for those who find it.”
A few years ago my band was leading worship and we began to flow into singing prophetically, singing new songs, and this chorus spontaneously came out, “Blessing and honour, glory and power, be unto your Name oh Lord.” I kept singing it over and over, and the presence of God was really stirring in the room. Sometime weeks later I was meditating on Proverbs 18 where it talks about the Name of the Lord being a strong tower, and I was also looking at Psalm 22:22 (which speaks of declaring the Name of the Lord in the great assembly) and Philippians 2, how the Father has given his Son the Name that is above all other names.
Aaron Keyes Interview part 1: “Not Guilty Anymore”
August 4, 2010
In preparation for the international re-release of Aaron Keyes‘ last CD, NOT GUILTY ANYMORE, Kingsway Records had contacted TWC to request an interview. Knowing that I’d occasionally led worship at Aaron’s church in his absence, Fred McKinnon – founder of TWC – suggested that I take this on. Well, as it just so happened, this Aaron came into town to lead worship for SuperWow over on Jekyll Island, which is practically next door to me, so I snagged the opportunity, and what an interview it was! I got so much great content that I’m splitting it into multiple videos to release over the next few weeks.
The Importance Of Songwriting (One Writer’s Story)
April 29, 2010
Greetings fellow worshipers!
I wanted to take this opportunity to share with you how amazing God has been in the area of working on songwriting lately with His people. Being a part of The Worship Community Songwriters Group has been a huge blessing and encouragement to me. Let me provide a little background for you.
It all started around age 10 or so for me. I began playing “Father I Adore You” by ear at my family piano. By family piano, I mean, it was a family heirloom or sorts. Slowly, as years went by, I started to learn some of the songs my church would sing back in the day and plunk them out to the best of my ability. My parents felt I had some creative potential so they enrolled me in some lessons. I slowly began to play for small bible studies and also help out on the church worship team from time to time. One thing bothered me though… I didn’t seem to possess the ability to write songs. I envied everyone that could. I always asked God why I couldn’t write songs. I was very frustrated by it.
How To: Basic Copyright Protection
April 15, 2010
So you’re a songwriter and worship leader writing songs for your congregation, but you also want to share them with the wider Body of Christ. You want to serve the Church by sharing the great song ideas God has shared with you. You’d also like to share the music with other songwriters and worship leaders for feedback and critique, potentially crafting great songs in the process.
But there’s one catch, you feel like someone will steal your great song idea and make it the next Church hit and the work that you put into it will be for nothing?
February Songwriting Showcase [Songs Based on Psalm 31]
March 4, 2010
At the beginning of February I issued a challenge to The Worship Community and invited any and everybody that wanted to participate to undertake a songwriting challenge.
Write a song for worship based on Psalm 31.
An Experiment in Writing
December 29, 2009
Over the last two years, I have been writing a self-biographical novel titled “What the Church has Taught Me : and What I am Trying to Forget.” It is basically a story of this artist/father/son as he struggles in his attempt to find a place and purpose in the Kingdom as both a servant and a son. In anticipation of it’s publication, The Worship Community has graciously allowed me to publish a couple of chapters of the book for your enjoyment/critique, but be forewarned. This is a vain attempt to hook you on the story, and then compel you to purchase a copy when it releases! I hope you are okay with that. Please enjoy, and know that your opinion is both welcome and necessary!
I Stand Before Your Throne
December 2, 2009
Recently, the words to a song that I wrote a few years ago keep running through my head. I feel compelled to share them here in the hope that they will be a blessing to someone.What Makes a Great Worship Song?
June 10, 2009
What is a “Worship Song” Anyway?
In order to define what makes a great “worship song” we have to figure out what a “worship song” actually is. Is it a song by a “worship artist?” Is it a song that you sing during “worship?” What kind of “worship?” What is it?
Jazz Livin’
June 3, 2009
I was having coffee at Starbuck’s with a friend and fellow musician today when the conversation turned to one of his favorite jazz recordings: Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea doing a lot of improvisation- free flowing spontaneity within a very loosely sketched, skeletal arrangement.
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Our Creative Community
May 7, 2009
Accountability.
Discipline.
Two words that aren’t typically associated with creativity.
