Podcasts about Choir

Singing is a great thing to do, even if you aren't great at it. Really. Don't believe us? Listen to Nadine, the creator and organizer of the Tuneless Choir.For more information, you can check out their website, or you can follow them on Facebook.

Kirby Carpenter was a wealthy Mississippi businessman and modern-day renaissance man. In 2022, he vanished without warning, leaving behind his girlfriend, Caitlin Spence, and their infant daughter. Two days later, a disturbing discovery behind their home would change everything… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. Special thanks to Kaysie Barnes and Wendy Page for their compassion, resilience and willingness to speak with us for this episode. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/waterfall    Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Little Spoon: Get 30% off your first online order at littlespoon.com/choir - use code CHOIR at checkout!  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONG: “Here I Am to Worship” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: God, we want our worship today to reflect the overwhelming love we have for you. We desire that our songs would be a beautiful offering, pointing only towards you. We ask that each moment of this time together would bring you great praise and glory, for you alone are worthy. Guide us as we worship that all we sing and speak and pray would honor your great name. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “I Exalt Thee“ HYMN: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” - #140 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: In the beginning was the Word, People: And the Word was with God, and the Word was God. Leader: Through Christ, the Word became flesh and made his home among us. People: In Adam all die, but in Christ are made alive! Leader: Come, lift high the cross! People: We come to worship the One who gives life, love, and hope to the world! HYMN: “In Moments Like These” FIRST SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 15:20-24 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Chancel Choir: “Gather at the River” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Choir at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING John 1:1-5; 14 SERMON “Lift High the Cross” *CLOSING HYMN: “Lift High the Cross” - #159 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah”

Join The Revd Canon Dr Alison Joyce, Rector of St Bride's, and St Bride's Choir for this week's reflection in words and music. This week's Gospel reading which we hear describes St Matthew's account of the transfiguration of Christ. "O nata lux de lumine" by Thomas Tallis is a simple yet beautifully refined setting of two verses from a hymn for the feast of the transfiguration. It was published in 1575 in a volume of motets by Tallis and Byrd called Cantiones Sacrae which they dedicated to Elizabeth I. Alison recalls a story she heard the comedian Billy Connolly tell and reflects on how we can all at times be unable to see the wonder of what confronts us until our eyes are opened and we finally see. We close with a nineteenth century hymn text on the same theme of Christ's glory, "God of mercy, God of grace, show the brightness of your face." Information about our weekly Sunday services in St Bride's of Choral Eucharist at 11am (https://www.stbrides.com/worship-music/worship/regular-services/choral-eucharist/) and Choral Evensong at 5:30pm (https://www.stbrides.com/worship-music/worship/regular-services/choral-evensong/) can be found on the website. Find out what's happening at St Bride's at https://www.stbrides.com/whats-on If you enjoy listening, please leave a comment below or subscribe to our channel. It is great to get your feedback. SUPPORT ST BRIDE'S ================== We are hugely grateful for people's generosity which we wholly rely on to continue our work, maintain our wonderful architectural heritage and support world-class music-making. People are often surprised to learn that St Bride's receives no external funding. If you would like to make a donation, you can do so at https://www.justgiving.com/stbrideschurchfleetstreet

This interview first aired on Friday the 13th of February, 2026 on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton. One FM announcer Josh talks to the African choir from the Shepparton St Paul's Lutheran Church and they perfrom live in the One FM studio. We hear two of their songs including 'Amen Amen'. You can like the choir on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/shepplutheran or look up Furaha Sister on YouTube. Listen to One FM Friday Mornings with Josh Revens live on weekday mornings from 9am-12pm. The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1. Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131 PRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association Limited and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) that covers Simulcasting and Online content including podcasts with musical content, that we pay every year. This licence number is 1385226/1

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  What Pleases God", Children's Time, Choir, Communion, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       26.  Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.  27.  Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.       (James 1:26-27 NIV)

Listen below or click here for full show notes Main Mission, Part 1 (with an appropriate sound effect) Star Trek: Starfleet AcademySeason 1, episode 5“Series Acclimation Mil”Written by Kristen Beyer & Tawny NewsomeDirected by Larry Teng Subspace Chatter Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s Shocking New Status Quo For Klingons, Explained By The Showrunners [Exclusive] New Star Trek Comic Reveals The Dark History Of The Klingons Before ‘Starfleet Academy' – TrekMovie.com Action Figure Insider » NACELLE LAUNCHES STAR TREK BUILD-A-BRIDGE COLLECTIBLE PLAYSET TO CELEBRATE 60 YEARS OF THE ICONIC FRANCHISE How I Built the Star Trek LCARS control panel of my dreams | The VergeNicole de Boer To Return As Dax For ‘Star Trek Online: Corruption' – TrekMovie.com Star Trek Online’s Next Season Is ‘Corruption,’ With Full Suite Of Chimeran-Themed Missions | MMORPG.com Here are links to 84 additional stories.broken out by series, movies and other categories. CLASSIC TV SERIES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: The Original Series (1966 – 1969) [3 seasons] The Beloved Sci-Fi Author Behind One Of Star Trek’s Best Episodes Hated Hollywood 7 Things I Learned Watching Star Trek's First Episode for the First Time 60 Years Later – ComicBook.com Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987 – 1994) [7 seasons] The Sci-Fi Horror Legend Who Turned Down Star Trek’s Picard Jonathan Frakes On Why Star Trek: The Next Generation’s Cast Had Reputation For Being ‘A–holes’ On Set, And Why Guest Stars Struggled So Much 36 Years Ago, Star Trek Delivered a Surprising Character Return (And Gave Birth to an Iconic Meme) – ComicBook.com Star Trek: TNG’s Uniforms Were Changed For Patrick Stewart’s Health (And Fear Of A Lawsuit) Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993 – 1999) [7 seasons] ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine' Used Its Most Iconic Episode To Say Something Much Darker No Star Trek Villain Has Ever Topped ‘Deep Space Nine's Most Sinister Enemy Star Trek: Voyager (1995 – 2001) [7 seasons] The Best Moment in the Worst Episode of ‘Star Trek: Voyager,’ 30 Years Later STREAMING SERIES AND MOVIES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: Picard (2020 – 2023) [3 seasons] TNG Cast Reunion On Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Set Rejuvenated Patrick Stewart How Star Trek: TNG's Returning Cast Revitalized an “Exhausted” Patrick Stewart for Picard Season 3 – ComicBook.com Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022 – present) [4th season yet to premier, 5th/final season filming] Star Trek’s Jonathan Frakes Shared His Reaction To That ‘Riker’ Reference In Strange New Worlds’ Lower Decks Crossover That Almost Ruined The Scene Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Jess Bush Reflects On Final Season And Spoiler-y Photos Star Trek: Section 31 “streaming event movie” (2025) [movie] Star Trek Nominated For Five Worst Of 2025 Awards | GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT Star Trek: Starfleet Academy [2026 – present] [renewed for second season] Star Trek Has Updated The Worst Writing Trope In The Stupidest Possible Way Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 4 Review – Vox in Excelso | Den of Geek Star Trek's Controversial New Series Hits Major Streaming Setback After Divisive Response NickALive!: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy | Classes Begin for the New Cadets (S1, E2) ‘Star Trek’ Legend Robert Picardo on Why the ‘Starfleet Academy’ Cadets Talk Like Modern Kids This trio of ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ cadets weren’t Trekkies before the show, but they are now (interview) | Space Star Trek: Starfleet Academy 1×04 review: “Vox in Excelso” – The Geekiary Starfleet Academy just reimagined Klingons as polyamorous refugees Star Trek ‘Starfleet Academy’ Gets Demolished By Fans For Woke Storylines | OutKick Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Honors Captain Riker In Episode 4 ‘Starfleet Academy’ Decides There Are Some Things Worth Keeping the Same Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 4 – ‘Vox in Excelso' Review – IGN Should you give ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' the old college try?  Divisive Star Trek TV Show Defies the Backlash To Re-Enter Paramount+ Streaming Charts (but There's a Catch)  Holly Hunter Reveals the Challenge of New ‘Star Trek' Role – Parade New Star Trek Spinoff Is Two For Two On Ruining Beloved Alien Races  Despite Being Review-Bombed, New Star Trek Series Bounces Back on Streaming Star Trek Just Changed Klingon Lore Permanently With a Cool Canon Update – ComicBook.com Starfleet Academy Mangled Star Trek's Most Important Quote About Freedom, Just Like ChatGPT Would Have Stephen Colbert’s ‘Starfleet Academy’ Role Is Driving Me Nuts Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 5: Series Acclimation Mil – Parade Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Finally Solved the Klingon Problem Starfleet Academy Is About to Solve a 23-Year-Old Enterprise Mistake Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Pays Homage to Deep Space Nine and the Siskos – TV Guide Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 5 – Avery Brooks’ Deep Space Nine Captain Sisko Cameo Explained Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Honors Deep Space Nine, Sisko “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” DP Philip Lanyon on Balancing Franchise Legacy With a Youthful Visual Approach – The Credits Star Trek Just Featured Deep Space Nine Star Avery Brooks in a Sisko-Themed Episode — Even if It’s Not the Full Return Fans Had Hoped For – IGN Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's Deep Space Nine Episode Didn’t Confirm Sisko’s Fate. Tawny Newsome Told Me The Reason Why | Cinemablend Recap/Review: ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Gets Celestial In “Series Acclimation Mil” – TrekMovie.com ‘Starfleet Academy' brings Avery Brooks back to ‘Star Trek' for an emotional ‘Deep Space Nine' epilogue: ‘That's his voice' ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s Illa Dax Explained: Deep Space Nine Connection, Species, & More DS9 characters return in Starfleet Academy (& Star Trek actor explains mind-blowing cameo) ‘Starfleet Academy' Gets Major Paramount+ Win After Tapping Into Classic Star Trek DNA Tawny Newsome Shares Moment Avery Brooks “Handed Kerrice The Reins” For ‘Starfleet Academy' – TrekMovie.com How Many People Live On Star Trek: The Next Generation’s USS Enterprise? – AOL I've Struggled To Explain How Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Feels Like TNG And Other Older Shows, But Tawny Newsome Nailed It | Cinemablend STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY Cast Tease What Fans Can Expect In Season 2 ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s Nahla Ake Controversy Is Actually Genius Starfleet Academy actor was ‘the last piece of this puzzle’ bringing back beloved DS9 character 27 Years Later, One Star Trek Underdog Finally Got Some Closure Exclusive Sneak Peek Teases Major Danger Ahead in ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ ‘Star Trek’ understood the division we keep falling for Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6 Review – Return to the Miyazaki! – IGN Star Trek writer honors Avery Brooks’ DS9 request in Starfleet Academy Star Trek Finally Made the Perfect Borg Replacement Canon After 30 Years – ComicBook.com Jonathan Frakes Enjoys Riker and Troi’s Romance Recreated In Star Trek: Starfleet Academy THEATRICAL MOTION PICTURES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: Generations (1994) Inside the Lost ‘Star Trek: Generations’ Movie Fans Never Got to See | Woman’s World Star Trek: First Contact (1996) The Best Star Trek Movie Only Happened Because One Man Saved Picard’s Greatest Foe | GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT OTHER MEDIAStar Trek books, audio books Best Star Trek: Khan characters ranked Star Trek video games/board games “Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown | New Video and Switch 2 Demo Details” – Games Press Star Trek Voyager: Across The Unknown Features Canon-Breaking Choices Star Trek toys/collectibles/other merchandise ‘Starfleet Academy' Canonizes Starships From ‘Star Trek Online' Game – TrekMovie.com Star Trek Comics/graphic novels/magazines Star Trek: The Last Starship #5 review Star Trek Voyager Homecoming #5: Preaching to the Choir – Comic Watch Star Trek: Voyager – Homecoming #5 – Comic Book Review Star Trek Officially Ends One of Its Most Cursed Romances After 25 Years MISCELLANEOUS Franchise-wide/Miscellaneous 7 Most Rewatchable Star Trek Episodes Of All Time, Ranked (#1 Will Never Be Matched) Star Trek nominations continue to materialize during awards season ‘Starfleet Academy’ Sneakily Brought Some More ‘Star Trek Online’ Ships to TV Star Trek needs to go back to 20+ episode seasons — and there’s never been a better time | Space 19 Critically-Panned Sci-Fi Movies That Are Actually Worth Your Time Every Star Trek Show’s Flagship, Ranked Worst To Best – ComicBook.com 15 Most Powerful Star Trek Characters, Ranked A Rightful Honor: The Importance of ‘Star Trek”s Impact – The Fairfield Mirror Actor Watch Jonathan Frakes’ Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction? Is a 6-Season Sci-Fi Gem Another Star Trek actor will team up with Jessica Chastain (but on the small screen) William Shatner Brilliantly Defends Modern STAR TREK Against Elon Musk Why This New ‘Star Trek' Star Avoided Watching the Franchise – Parade ‘Star Trek’ legend George Takei talks Nimoy’s directing, the future of exploration, and his sad plastic umbrella (interview) | Space Main Mission, Part 2 (with an appropriate sound effect) Star Trek: Starfleet AcademySeason 1, Episode 6“Come, Let’s Away”Written by Kenneth Lin & Kiley Rossetter.Directed by Lary Teng End Of Show It’s about time to refill the dilithium chamber and get on out of here. Find Clinton at Comedy4Cast Find Chuck and Kreg at Technorama Podcast If you liked the show, please be sure to tell a friend about it. And subscribe, so you’ll never miss an episode. We’d love to hear from you. 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From the GMB Podcast Archives (2025)In this archived episode of The Buzz, we sit down with pastor, artist, and two-time Billboard #1 hitmaker Marcus Jordan for a compelling conversation about calling, creativity, and the future of choir music.Marcus opens up about his album Praise To You, his powerful journey from police officer to pastor, and why he believes the choir sound is not only alive—but essential. From writing his very first hymn to assembling a full choir for the first time in his career, he shares the faith, discipline, and vision behind one of gospel music's most anticipated releases.This episode highlights purpose-driven artistry, honoring tradition while pushing sound forward, and trusting God through every season of transformation.

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  What Pleases God", Children's Time, Choir, Communion, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       26.  Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.  27.  Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.       (James 1:26-27 NIV)To view a video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:    https://youtu.be/rqT7Nu35vsw(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

Have you ever thought about starting a preschool choir at your church? The benefits of choir for kids are huge! Brenda from Little Jam Sessions shares with us not only the benefits of kids' choir, but also about her choir curriculum. Find out more at: https://littlejamsessions.com/

Today's episode continues our 12-part series: 12 Shifts in 2026 for Social Impact. Over twelve episodes, we're unpacking the mindset + strategy shifts shaping the future of fundraising, leadership, and doing good in 2026. Explore the series at weareforgood.com/12shiftsShift 11 / Story as InfrastructureIn today's episode, Jon and Becky welcome Carolina Garcia Jayaram, CEO of the Elevate Prize Foundation, for a reflective and forward-looking conversation on why story is no longer a communications tool — it's essential infrastructure for mission and culture.As attention fragments, trust erodes, and technology reshapes how people connect, Carolina invites nonprofit leaders to rethink storytelling as a relational practice rooted in humanity, proximity, and long-term investment. Together, they explore how centering people over issues, building trust-based relationships, and intentionally distributing stories can expand influence without sacrificing integrity.Carolina shares insights from Elevate's work at the intersection of philanthropy, media, and culture — from scaling visibility for proximate leaders to embracing AI in ways that deepen creativity rather than replace it. This episode is both a mindset shift and a practical invitation for leaders ready to treat story as something to protect, resource, and evolve from the inside out.Episode Highlights: People Over Issues: What Actually Moves Audiences to Action (03:45)Trust → Relationship-Based Philanthropy (05:10)Distribution as Strategy: Reaching Beyond the Choir (07:20)Owning Platforms & Visibility (YouTube, Creators, Times Square) (08:45)Case Study: Scaling Impact Through Story — Hannah Freed & Democracy Defenders (11:00)Scaffolding Stories: Why Nothing Should Be One-and-Done (14:50)Building Story Systems: Briefs, Libraries, and Iteration (16:30)Low-Fi Tools That Make High-Impact Stories Possible (18:40)Visibility = Fundraising: What the Data Shows (20:30)AI, Creativity & Neurodiversity: Scaling Without Losing Humanity (23:35)Carolina's One Good Thing (25:50)Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/681Save your free seat at the We Are For Good Summit

Compline by Candlelight provides peace and stillness as one week ends and another begins. Set in the tranquility of St. Paul's Chapel, one of the oldest buildings in New York City, guests find a seat and hold a candle, while 30 minutes of improvised music by The Choir of Trinity Wall Street fill the space. There's nothing to do but listen. Beati pauperes spiritu - Adrian Willaert

It was a quiet autumn day at a residential leasing office in Anchorage Alaska, when the peace was shattered by the sound of gunshots. As emergency responders raced to the scene, they found one man lying dead, and a suspect that had seemingly vanished. Why had Josiah Goecker, a beloved family man, been ruthlessly gunned down while at work? And where was the person who killed him?  Written by Jess Thomas, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/outinthecold  Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Little Spoon: Get 30% off your first online order at littlespoon.com/choir - use code CHOIR at checkout!  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Revd Canon Dr Alison Joyce, Rector of St Bride's, and St Bride's Choir for this week's reflection in words and music. Our opening anthem – Everything holds together – is a song for the season of creation which was commissioned for St Bride's Choir by the Church of England's Environment Working Group. It is a setting composed by Ian Stephens of a poem by Malcolm Guite and is a timely reminder of our duty of stewardship to protect and enhance the environment in which we live. Alison reflects this week on how St Bride's observes a candle-lit hour of silence at the end of each working day which we call a Space for Silence – offering the gift of stillness and quiet calm in the heart of one of the busiest cities on Earth. We close with the hymn "For the beauty of the Earth" written by Folliott Pierpoint who was inspired to write the poem by the glorious view from a hilltop outside his home city of Bath in 1863. Information about our weekly Sunday services in St Bride's of Choral Eucharist at 11am (https://www.stbrides.com/worship-music/worship/regular-services/choral-eucharist/) and Choral Evensong at 5:30pm (https://www.stbrides.com/worship-music/worship/regular-services/choral-evensong/) can be found on the website. Find out what's happening at St Bride's at https://www.stbrides.com/whats-on If you enjoy listening, please leave a comment below or subscribe to our channel. It is great to get your feedback. SUPPORT ST BRIDE'S ================== We are hugely grateful for people's generosity which we wholly rely on to continue our work, maintain our wonderful architectural heritage and support world-class music-making. People are often surprised to learn that St Bride's receives no external funding. If you would like to make a donation, you can do so at https://www.justgiving.com/stbrideschurchfleetstreet

Send us a textIn Episode 131, Patrick finds out more about the new campaign, ‘A Choir in Every School', led by MTA president, James Manwaring (0:57).Professor Derek Aviss chats about his forthcoming webinar, ‘Transformational Teaching', for instrumental and vocal teachers to come together to share those special moments in their practice (19:18).And CEO of youth music charity Kinetika Bloco, Tamzyn Marchev, introduces their work, ranging from steel bands and samba bands, to a new series of Key Stage 3 resources, covering Calypso, Afro Beat, Samba, Jazz, and London Jazz (30:18).Presented and produced by Patrick Johns.#CanDoMusic #GetPlaying #SaveOurSubjects  A Choir in Every School: https://manwaringmusic.blog/2026/01/18/a-choir-in-every-school/Transformational Teaching: https://www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/transformational-teachingKinetika Bloco: https://kinetikabloco.co.ukChanging Key Resources: https://kinetikabloco.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Changing-Key-Information-Document-2024.pdf© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Maria Keena has a preview of Choir, Choir, Choir that is coming to St. Louis.

It is interesting to compare and contrast the genres of rock and roll with old time and string band music. In some ways, string bands can be more raw and intense than rock bands. No bridges. Odd tunings. Dancing to exhaustion. Music made for intimate social gatherings versus music made for the wide world. The stereotypes of old time musicians being country bumpkins have not been entirely erased, however our guests in this episode are making music that reveals how deep and refreshing that wellspring of what was the first original music export of America can be in a new context. Taking the intricacy and edge of old time, string band music and marrying that with the punch and strut of indie rock, we arrive at a hybrid, a musical animal that sings a song seldom heard in the roots music world. As Justin Osborne pointed out, “It's just been so fun and really educational for me too, because I think coming from the indie rock world, I underestimated what it was going to require of me to be able to hang. And I just, it's one of those things you don't realize how much you don't know. But it's been really enjoyable lessons in humility for me and really fun to learn, and to continue to realize how much I don't know.” Justin, of the Austin-based indie rock band SUSTO may never sound the same again after teaming up with Appalachian acoustic troubadours Clint Robinson and Jackson Grimm of Holler Choir, and they are soon to return with Volume 2 from their project SUSTO Stringband. In this episode, we get to hear from Justin, Jackson and Clint about their rock and string band amalgamation, the importance of strong songwriting, the joys of live performance, the advantages of playing festival shows and more, with music from both SUSTO Stringband and Holler Choir along the way. SUSTO Stringband Songs heard in this episode:“Rooster” by SUSTO Stringband, from SUSTO Stringband Volume 1“Friends, Lovers, Ex-lovers: Whatever” by SUSTO Stringband, performed live at The Albino Skunk Music Festival 10/02/25, excerpt“Tell My Blues” by SUSTO Stringband, performed live at The Albino Skunk Music Festival 10/02/25, excerpt“Hamlet Blues” by Holler Choir, performed live at The Albino Skunk Music Festival 10/02/25Thank you for listening, and we hope you can spread awareness of this endeavor and help us reach more music fans just like yourself. Please take a moment and give us a top rating on your podcast platform of choice, and where you can, a review. It makes a big impact on the ranking and therefore the visibility of this series to all the other music fans who also follow podcasts. This is Southern Songs and Stories, where our quest is to explore and celebrate the unfolding history and culture of music rooted in the American South, and going beyond to the styles and artists that it inspired and informed. - Joe Kendrick

It's almost Family Day here in British Columbia, and to celebrate, we've got a tenuously connected episode theme! By request, we listen to "Christmas Must Be Tonight" as performed by SCALA and Kolacny Brothers, a song about the son of a carpenter. Then we pair it with "Let's Make a Baby King" by Wynnona Judd, a song about that same guy and also his mom and also his cousin, and also maybe the concept of an infant-based form of government. The ranking music in this episode is "Nothing But a Child" by Steve Earle. Thank you to Liam for requesting this version of "Christmas Must Be Tonight"!

One way of getting through the dark evenings at this time of year is by singing in a choir. If you don't have time to go every week, now you can join a choir for one night only, otherwise known as “casual choir”. Our reporter Edel McAllister finds out how it works.

Immanuel Baptist Church Choir sings "The Only Thing He Bought Was Me" during a worship service at Immanuel Baptist Church, Florence, Ky. Please visit us at 7183 Pleasant Valley Road Florence KY 41042, or call us at (859) 586-6829. Church links: Website: https://www.ibcflorence.com Daily Devotions: https://www.ibcflorence.com/devotions Free App: http://www.ibcflorence.com/ibc-app Our entire list of recent sermons: https://www.ibcflorence.com/recent-sermons Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ibcflorence Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibcflorenceky Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibcflorence/ Podcasts: https://soundcloud.com/user-658781358 Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/ibcflorence/live We would love to know how to pray for you! Romans 10:9

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  Live With Focus", Orchestra, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).     19.  My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,  20.  because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.  21.  Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you.       22.  Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.  23.  Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror  24.  and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like.   25.  But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it—not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it—they will be blessed in what they do.       (James 1:19-25 NIV)To view the video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:   https://youtu.be/r1OtMY2g7FI(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

Compline by Candlelight provides peace and stillness as one week ends and another begins. Set in the tranquility of St. Paul's Chapel, one of the oldest buildings in New York City, guests find a seat and hold a candle, while 30 minutes of improvised music by The Choir of Trinity Wall Street fill the space. There's nothing to do but listen. Take Him, Earth, For Cherishing – Herbert Howells

Compline by Candlelight provides peace and stillness as one week ends and another begins. Set in the tranquility of St. Paul's Chapel, one of the oldest buildings in New York City, guests find a seat and hold a candle, while 30 minutes of improvised music by The Choir of Trinity Wall Street fill the space. There's nothing to do but listen. Take Him, Earth, For Cherishing – Herbert Howells

On Tuesday, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott instructed all state agencies and public universities to pause new H1-B visa applications as he launches an investigation into the potential misuse of the federal program. For now, the directive applies only to those institutions but, could the crackdown eventually ripple out to private employers here in Austin? On this week's Friday News Roundup host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec and newsletter editor Kelsey Bradshaw to unpack what the move could mean for our city's workforce. Plus, with the deadline to register to vote in the March 3 primaries quickly approaching, the team shares everything you need to know about the upcoming election. And, of course, we get into our weekend plans. Want to sing Wicked with a group of strangers on Saturday? We've got you covered.  Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 30th episode: The SAFE Alliance Window Nation Zach Theater Visit Brenham Texas

On this episode, the podcast hosts discuss little known bands (Phunk Junkeez, Fyrewalkers, and Ultimate Letdown), play Red Cards/Green Cards, Emily introduces music from Bright Star, and Michael connects Ivan the Great and Steve Perry. Max McBratney joins in the Magic Eight Ball.

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor).  Pastoral staff members share special "moments" in their ministry.  Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).To view the video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:    https://youtu.be/ouCD3KsjZa4(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

Just after midnight on June 22nd, 2019, a disturbing 911 call was made by two children, who reported that they had just been stabbed in their home.  As police arrived on scene, they made two horrific discoveries.  One was the dead body of 62-year-old Diane Madison, grandmother of the attacked children.  The other was the fact that just six years earlier, police had been called to this same home for a completely different case…  Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/naturenurture    Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Mint Mobile: This January, quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at mintmobile.com/choir  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Compline by Candlelight provides peace and stillness as one week ends and another begins. Set in the tranquility of St. Paul's Chapel, one of the oldest buildings in New York City, guests find a seat and hold a candle, while 30 minutes of improvised music by The Choir of Trinity Wall Street fill the space. There's nothing to do but listen. Laudate Dominum omnes gentes - Andrea Gabrieli

In this week's episode of The Choral Director's Toolbox, Dr. William Baker reflects on the unique power of the choir festival as both an artistic catalyst and a strategic tool for community engagement. Drawing from a recent multi-ensemble festival experience, he explores how thoughtfully curated choral gatherings can energize singers, expand audiences, strengthen inter-ensemble relationships, and provide invaluable promotional momentum for every participating organization. Today's Question addresses repertoire selection for folk, spiritual, and multicultural music, with a focused discussion on authenticity as the single most important criterion in choosing arrangements. Today's Inspiration features Moses Hogan's powerful spiritual "My God Is So High," performed by the William Baker Festival Singers.

Special Thirst Conference Service on our last day of our Daniel Fast and the finality of our Thirst Conference. We will have the Teen Challenge Choir minister to us along with our special guest, Rev. Renae Pilsing, of Fragrant Fire Ministries. We will break out fast with holy communion.

A track from the new Shabaka album. Harp & Deep synths from Alina Bzhezhinska & Tulshi. Rap from De La Soul, Manga Saint Hilaire, DJ Harrison feat Fly Anakin, Nas & DJ Premier. Soul from Yazmin Lacey, Passage, and Kumail. Broken Beat from Donsurf. Funky Electronic groves from Shy One and Plants Heal. The Tokyo Children's Choir from a compilation by DJ Yoshizawa Dynamite. A great cover of the Jazz classic Nebulosa by 45 Trio. Plus plenty more music treats.

Louie is stil exploring A&M as preseason top 10 and Texas as preseason top 5.  You get to listen to Bucky from his media day this week.A reminder to catch "Choir of Man" at Rudder Weds or Thurs this week.

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  God is Good", Orchestra, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).         12.  Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.       13.  When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone;  14.  but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed.  15.  Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.       16.  Don't be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters.  17.  Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.  18.  He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of all he created.       (James 1:12-18 NIV)To view the video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:    https://youtu.be/rL1QpdJ7r6M(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

How do you lead when you don't make the final calls?Matt shares his personal story of reaching his breaking point and how to know when God is releasing you from your current church tech job.In this episode you'll hear:0:00 The Cost of Bad Acoustics in Big Halls6:15 Matt Kotthoff (Wooddale Church) Joins8:30 Debate: Is an AVL College Degree Worth It?10:45 Inside Production at Wooddale Church15:30 Essential Tech for Traditional Services17:25 Upgrading Gear for Choir & Orchestra20:45 Can One Room Do Both Traditional & Modern?24:25 Using "Choir Flex" for Better Audio27:30 Prioritizing Spoken Word Intelligibility36:30 Navigating Leadership When You Aren't in Charge43:00 The Breaking Point: When to Leave Your Church Job50:30 Discernment: Has God Released You?57:15 Matt's Moment of Clarity (Why He Left)Come Hangout With Your Tech Community at The Mix! Resources for your Church Tech Ministry Sell Us Gear: Does your church have used gear that you need to convert into new ministry dollars? We can make you an offer here. Buy Our Gear: Do you need some production gear but lack the budget to buy new gear? You can shop our gear store here. Connect with us: Sales Bulletin: Get better deals than the public and get them earlier too here! Early Service: Get our best gear before it goes live on our site here. Instagram: Hangout with us on the gram here! Reviews: Leaving us a review on the podcast player you're listening to us on really helps the show. If you enjoyed this episode, you can say thank you with a review!

Compline by Candlelight provides peace and stillness as one week ends and another begins. Set in the tranquility of St. Paul's Chapel, one of the oldest buildings in New York City, guests find a seat and hold a candle, while 30 minutes of improvised music by The Choir of Trinity Wall Street fill the space. There's nothing to do but listen. Ave Maria … virgo serena - Josquin Desprez 

Leo H.S. Choir carries service through school's centennial year

January 18, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONG: “He Touched Me” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Guide our feet, Lord. Show us the light of grace when we would judge others too harshly. Warm our hearts with the glow of your love when we would spew icy words of spite. Illumine our souls with joyful delight when sadness tries to take over the day. Shine brightly on us today, Lord, until we reflect your glory as a witness to this world. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “We Have a Gospel to Proclaim“ HYMN: “Shine, Jesus, Shine” CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: Children of God, who has God called you to be? People: A light to all the nations! Leader: When confusion, disunity, and misinformation threaten to undo us, who are you called to be? People: A light to all the nations! Leader: When wars and rumors of wars in our communities and around the world overwhelm us, who are you called to be? People: A light to all the nations! Leader: When the vulnerable are left without care or hope for flourishing, who are you called to be? People: A light to all the nations! Leader: Come! Let us worship God, who gives us as a light of good news to all the nations! All: We come to worship God, who calls us and equips us to reflect God's glory and abundant life into all the world. Amen. HYMN: “Open Our Eyes, Lord” PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Gracious and loving God, hear our prayer. We know we do not always live as we ought: We turn away from you, from our neighbor, and from our true selves. We know we dim your light within us, with our pride, our self-righteousness, and our need for control. We know that you love us, that you do not abandon us, and that again and again you call us back to you, back to love, back to grace, back to your light. Forgive us, we pray, through Christ our Lord. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 49:1-7 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Chancel Choir – “Gather by the River to Pray” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Choir at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING John 1:29-42 SERMON “Be an Andrew Church” *CLOSING HYMN: “How Great Thou Art” - #77 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “This Is My Father's World”

Pedagogy, it could be argued, is a meaningless academic fantasy if it isn’t proficiently applied. In music, we can do all of the “right” methods. Solfege, Takadimi, count singing etc. But, does it matter if they can’t use it to make music? In this next iteration of the “The First Days of Choir,” inspired by … Continue reading "Episode 273: Applying the Whole Language of Music"

“Politics taught me and prepared me for a world that is more political than politics.” Wayne County Commissioner (District 2) and 13th Congressional District Democratic Party Chair Jonathan Kinloch joins Detroit is Different for a Detroit-rooted, world-spanning conversation that starts at Second & Myrtle—“you know you're Detroit when you remember” it was once Myrtle, now MLK—and reaches back to South Carolina and New Jersey family migrations. Kinloch breaks down how elders like Erma Henderson wrapped their arms around a young volunteer, handing him the City Charter and saying, “I want you to read that and… explain it to me,” then sending him to police, planning, and historic commission meetings to learn how power really moves. From Northwestern's Motown pipeline—meeting Esther Gordy Edwards—to giving artists civic honors, Kinloch reveals the thread between culture and governance: legacy is built when we protect the block, the schools, and the ballot. He names Reagan-era disinvestment, party infrastructure fights, and why “this bipartisan thing is… bull crap” when working families need results. This episode ties past and future Black Detroit: migration, mentorship, music, and the mandate to organize precinct by precinct so our people steer what's next. Tap in for stories, strategy, and Detroit love. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Sticher. Comment, suggest and connect with the podcast by emailing info@detroitisdifferent.com

How the next fiscal budget may impact the state's immigrant population. Also, learning more about the new city CEO and her priorities for the coming year. Plus, free community concert returns to Nevada City next week.

"Every single workshop I give is all about excellence, singing well, singing properly, and achieving the very best we can achieve. Why do we it? We don't do it because we'll be paid millions and millions of pounds. It's not cash-motivated. We do it because there is a higher purpose, a higher calling that makes us do it. I got offered a graduate scheme at university, so I could have been a corporate sellout. I'd probably arguably work less hours than I do in music, but I didn't do that. I don't have any regrets, because on an evening, I go home, I look myself in the mirror, and I can say to myself, 'we did some good stuff today.'"Caius Lee began as a chorister at Bradford Cathedral at 11 and became the Cathedral Organ Scholar at 15. At age 17, he joined Leeds Cathedral, concurrently holding the Idlewild Conducting Scholarship and Cathedral Organ Scholarship, and was appointed Assistant Organist a year later, where he was the Diocesean Organist & Director of Music for the Lourdes annual pilgrimage and he studied Music as the Neville Burston Organ Scholar at St Catharine's College, University of Cambridge. While at the university, he founded the Florence International Singing Programme, which holds several courses yearly and has sung at prestigious churches, including Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, Saint Sulpice, Florence Cathedral, and the Vatican. For the Addamus Choral Programme Caius Lee conducts the internationally acclaimed College Choir and Boys' Choir as well as The Jericho Youth Choir and the All Sorts Community Choir. He is also responsible for a wide range of collegiate, community, and outreach initiatives, curating Music at Worcester College at the University of Oxford, including The Oxford Choral Experience, a groundbreaking instrument learning scheme, and guest lecturer as part of Institute of Sacred Music run by the University, St Stephen's House, and The Royal School of Church Music. He has worked with choirs, festivals and played solo recitals in Europe, Asia and South America. Caius's musical journey is marked by numerous collaborations that have enriched his work and excited audiences. He has conducted, played, and sang on BBC Radio (1, 2, 3 & 4), and made numerous TV appearances on BBC's Songs of Praise, and live Christmas and Easter TV broadcasts on BBC1. His commitment to community engagement and choral excellence has been recognised with a Royal Society of Arts Fellowship and a keynote speech at the 2022 National Music Teachers Association Conference.To get in touch with Caius, you can find the Addamus Choral Programme on Facebook (@addamuschoralprogramme) or Instagram (@addamus_official) or email him at caius.lee@worc.ox.ac.uk. Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

A 15-minute podcast of Bible teaching, Monday - Friday, by the President and Editor of the Sword of the Lord Publishers, Dr. Shelton Smith.

Compline by Candlelight provides peace and stillness as one week ends and another begins. Set in the tranquility of St. Paul's Chapel, one of the oldest buildings in New York City, guests find a seat and hold a candle, while 30 minutes of improvised music by The Choir of Trinity Wall Street fill the space. There's nothing to do but listen. Coventry Carol - Traditional (16th century) 

On a November night in Key West, FL in 2017, friends Paula and Roger were hanging out and partying in Paula's makeshift home nicknamed “The Treehouse.” Without warning, they were suddenly accosted by two masked men, leading to a tragic killing. The subsequent police investigation quickly mutated into a convoluted conspiracy involving drugs, coercion, and corruption. The result: a lone defendant representing himself in court swearing that he had been falsely accused - a man Paula swore was not one of her attackers… Special thanks to Franklin Tyrone Tucker for his willingness to speak with us for this episode. Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/treehouse    Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sindri and Rowena are ambushed by Soren and his team in a bloody battle for the ages. Story by Travis Vengroff (Game Master) Produced, Edited, and with Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers: Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Transcriptions by Travis Vengroff Cast: Narrator / Game Master – Travis Vengroff Balmur – Jeff Goldblum Father Sindri Westpike – Eyþór Viðarsson Rowena Granitepike – Hem Brewster Lirril – Tanja Milojevic Elias "Payne" Embertree – Drew Tillman Soren Arkwright – Peter Joeseph Lewis Ildrex Mystan – Russ D. More Glom Vogelberg – Sean Howard Gaelle Vogelberg – Holly Billinghurst Music: (in order of appearance) Music Director / Arranged by - Travis Vengroff Music Engineer (Musiversal) - Gergő Lá "Theme of the Realmweaver" – Written and Mixed by Steven Melin, Orchestrated by Christopher Siu, with Additional Copyist Catherine Nguyen, Violin by Matheus Garcia Souza, Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal, Choir Recorded by Budapest Scoring "Valor" – Written by Nobuo Uematsu & Steven Melin, Orchestrated and Mixed by Steven Melin, Lyrics & Translations by Travis Vengroff & Florian Seidler, Budapest Strings, Choir, and Brass recorded by Musiversal "Conspiracy" Written and performed by Brandon Boone, orchestrated by Christopher Siu & Catherine Nguyen, Budapest Strings (orchestra) recorded by Musiversal, Budapest Choir Recorded by Budapest Scoring, mixed by Steven Melin "Unchecked Ambition" - Co-Written by Travis Vengroff, Co-Written, Orchestrated, and Mixed by Steven Melin, Other credits match ^ "Dark Dice The Musical Excerpt" - by Steven Melin and Mike Pettry "Sufferers' Cant" Written by Hitoshi Sakimoto, Orchestrated by Steven Melin, Copyist Catherine Nguyen, Lyrics by Travis Vengroff & Florian Seidler, Feat. Matheus Souza Garcia (Violin), Kristin Kaigus (Woodwinds), Andrew Dunn (Cello), Johannes Geworkian Hellman (Hurdy), Kyle Paxton (Dulcimer), Budapest Strings, Budapest Choir, & Budapest Brass by Musiversal "The Lucky Die Intro" - Written and Performed by Neil Martin of Blighthouse Studio, Budapest Choir by Musiversal "Sheila" & "Secret Water" - Written and Performed by Dark Fantasy Studio "A Plot Most Sinister" & "Lament" - Written and Performed by Josh Barron "Sun for Grandpa" - Harp Performed by Steven Melin"Danse Sanguis" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin, and Travis Vengroff, arranged and performed by Steven Melin, with Cello by Sam Boase-Miller, and stock media provided by avinograd/ Pond5, Written and Performed by Andrey Vinogradov "The Silent Clan" - Arranged by Travis Vengroff, Performed and Written by Steven Melin "Empty Hearts" & "Danse Silencieuse" – Arranged and Performed by Travis Vengroff with Cello by Sam Boase-Miller and stock media provided by avinograd/ Pond5, Written and Performed by Andrey Vinogradov Dark Dice art by Allen Morris with lettering by Kessir Riliniki This is a Fool and Scholar Production. For early episodes and bonus content join us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Merch: www.DarkDice.com Free Transcripts are also available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/dark-dice-22460850⁠⁠ Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Hem Brewster | Our Fool & Scholar Discord Lampreys! | Carol Vengroff Content Warnings: Agency (Loss of), Animal people (harm to), Death, Feelz (you may cry), Gaslighting, Loss (Familial), Mind Control, Murder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we welcome the new year with Venus and Mars in a conjunction to each other and both to the Sun, and all three in opposition to Jupiter. The Libra Last Quarter Moon adds to the week's emphasis on relationships, and a listener question about finding purpose in your birth chart. Plus: Creative muscles, blurry around the edges, and what's in line with your heart! Read a full transcript of this episode. Have a question you'd like answered on the show? Email April or leave it here! Subscribe to April's mailing list and get a free lunar workbook at each New Moon! Love the show? Make a donation! Timestamps [1:15] Sun conjoins Venus (Jan. 6, 8:36 am PST) at 16º22' Capricorn. The degree of this conjunction is called the Venus Star Point. Check out Episode 282 for a refresher on the Venus Star Point, and find your own Venus Star Point at sophiavenus.com. This is one of the most powerful days of the year to manifest the situations and relationships that align with your heart and values. [4:05] Venus conjoins Mars (Jan. 7, 6:43 pm PST) at 18º09' Capricorn. The Sabian symbol for this conjunction is 19 Capricorn, A child of about five carrying a huge shopping bag. Motivation will be high to pursue the things that you want and enjoy. [6:54] Sun conjoins Mars (Jan. 9, 3:41 am PST) at 19º12' Capricorn, on the Sabian symbol, 20 Capricorn, A hidden choir singing. The Sun, Venus, and Mars are together at 19º Capricorn and opposed Jupiter in Cancer. This Mars cazimi day is ideal for sharing something you've been working on with the world. [9:03] Venus opposes Jupiter (Jan. 9, 9:35 am PST) at 20º11' Capricorn-Cancer. This transit can indicate a tendency to overdo it, to spend more money than you need to on things that don't necessarily satisfy you. Give some thought to what could make your relationships happier. [10:46] On Jan. 10, the Sun and Mars in Capricorn oppose Jupiter within about six hours of each other. The Sun opposes Jupiter at 12:42 am PST, and Mars opposes Jupiter at 6:25 am PST. Avoid negative solar tendencies, such as boasting, bragging, and demanding the spotlight. Temper Mars tendencies such as insisting on having your own way. On the flipside, your hard work could be acknowledged. [12:06] Moon Report! The Libra Last Quarter Moon (Jan. 10, 7:48 am PST) is at 20º24' Libra-Capricorn. This Last Quarter Moon is the last major phase in the New Moon cycle that began with the Sagittarius New Moon (Dec. 19, 2025). Seek resolution to the conflict between collaboration and individual ambition. Sabian symbols: 21 Libra, A crowd upon the beach (Moon) and 21 Capricorn, A relay race (Sun). [15:09] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Last Quarter in an LPFC that began with a Solar Eclipse New Moon on Oct. 14, 2023, at 21º07' Libra. The First Quarter of this LPFC was on July 13, 2024. The Full Moon in this LPFC was on April 12, 2025, at 23º19' minutes Libra. [17:05] The Moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus (Jan. 6, 5:05 am PST). It is VOC for 3 hours, 52 minutes, then enters Virgo (8:57 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of stretching your creative muscles. [18:34] The Moon opposes Neptune in Virgo-Pisces (Jan. 8, 3:23 pm PST). It's VOC for 43 minutes, then enters Libra (4:06 pm PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of appreciating the artistic and non-conformist people in your life, without feeling like you need to change them. [20:06] The Moon squares Venus in Libra-Capricorn (Jan. 10, 9:54 am PST). It's VOC for 17 hours, 1 minute, then enters Scorpio (Jan. 11, 2:55 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of using structure, such as a daily planner, to track your New Moon goals and prioritize nurturing relationships. [22:11] Listener Ginger asks about finding life purpose in the birth chart. [26:56] To have a question answered on a future episode, leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend! [27:32] A tribute to this week's donors! If you would like to support the show and receive access to April's special donors-only videos, go to BigSkyAstropod.com and contribute $10 or more. You can make a one-time donation in any amount or become an ongoing monthly contributor.

Sermon from Fr. Dave Nix for Holy Innocents 2025.  Readings come from Apocalypse 14:1-5 and St. Matthew 2:13-18. Music bumper “Lully, Lulla, Lullay” by the Choir of the Queen's College, Oxford.

On this episode of Preaching to the Choir, I challenge a comfortable lie too many men believe: that saying you'd die for your family somehow equals leadership.Words are easy. Declarations are cheap. Virtue signaling costs nothing.Living for your family is where the real work begins. Consistency. Discipline. Showing up in the mundane and the boring, day after day, when no one is watching. That's how trust is built. That's how families are strengthened. That's how legacy is earned.We live in a culture obsessed with talk and performance, yet allergic to responsibility and follow-through. This episode is a reminder that leadership isn't found in dramatic sacrifice, but in quiet obedience, daily effort, and long-term commitment.Stop talking about who you'd die for. Start proving who you're willing to live for.CarniVault Freeze Dried Meats-Use "MG10" to save!https://carnivault.comUse MG20 to save 20% at Wasatch Wagyuhttps://wasatchwagyu.comUse Code "MGS15" for %15 OFF on your first order!https://firecracker.farm/Join my patreonhttps://patreon.com/mikeglover