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Sande from Texas | 4:34 a.m. March 27, 2008
And if you ever lucky enough to have Margot Hovley ever play for you, you can rest easy knowing that she will follow you or help you in anyway she can to make you sound amazing...no matter how badly you forget what you are singing.
Sande, forgets the words again | 4:42 a.m. March 27, 2008
of course it helps if I don't leave out words when I am writing my comment. "If you are ever...
Anna | 7:35 a.m. March 27, 2008
Margot told it truly--the harrowing moments and the deep satisfaction. One of the most enjoyable and interesting parts of being organist is watching members of the congregation during the meeting. It lends a whole new dimension to the experience, and an increased love and empathy for fellow sojourners on this portion of the planet. It's also a fact that organists know when certain members of the congregation enter the chapel by speaking tone,laugh and (unfortunately) volume. One or two people have a noticeable impact on the reverence of all. We can enjoy the fellowship of the saints and still allow the prelude to be a preparation for worship. Remember that next time you enter.
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Robb Cundick | 8:51 a.m. March 27, 2008
Great article, Margot. I loved it! Your funny anecdotes reminded me of one of my own -- the time I conducted four verses of a three verse song. It's not wise to daydreem while you're leading a hymn!
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