No, it can't be. Easter is only 6 weeks away? For those of us in Michigan 6 weeks is the difference between sub zero temperatures and flowers cautiously peering from the soil. Likewise, over that same time frame, the climate of churches working on Easter musicals will change almost as dramtically (so to speak). You probably began special rehearsals in January, but in March things get cranked up several notches. We begin practicing with everyone (speaking parts, choir and musicians) once a week for the last month. This has really helped tighten up our performances. Slowly but surely we're getting everyone to rehearsals. We pretty much have it engrained in everyone's mind (and calendar) that the last week before performances will be busy - so schedule as little as possible. Volunteers are an amazing resource. Called committed volunteers are even better! This year we've added a hospitality position to our Music Department to help those committed volunteers have a pleasant experience. Her function is to take care of the needs of people at practices (providing finger food, water and be my eyes and ears) We also have a person in charge of child care for our extra non-church night practices. Mom's and Dad's are much more willing to be involved next time around if their children are taken care of properly. Try not to keep the kids too late for evening practices. I try to get the kids out no later than 8-8:30pm and the adults 10pm. Sound and lighting techs have the listening cd for the musical. Don't dupe off copies, buy them! Hang in there! Have fun! Minister to your volunteers. And most importantly, minister to your community.
-Tim Covert
Tags: Christian Music, Devotional, Worship
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