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“Let Me Tell You About the Institute…”
Testimonials from past attendees at Choristers Guild Institute
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"This is the absolute richest and most awe-inspiring week of music ministry training and worship. Thank you all for this unique and most wonderful experience times two."
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"I appreciate the obvious attention to detail. And thank you for focusing each session on the real-world, practical environment of all things children's church choirs. It's a price to pay to be gone from work for a full week. There was no wasted time - the schedule was paced beautifully."
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"Thank you so much for this opportunity! These three years have been amazing. I have learned and gained so much and I am so thankful to be part of the Choristers Guild Institute."
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"My three years at CGI have been so varied and complete. Core classes and special topics were taught by superior teachers. My singing has improved and I have learned how to help my students achieve a better sound. I have made so many friends along the way."
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"Most helpful were all the practical and very usable exercises and tools smattered throughout the week. Being around so many people that share the common passion for children and their musical and spiritual development was a treat."
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CONDUCTING: "I appreciate the focus on specific, effective techniques to add to our conducting vocabulary. Empowers me. I learned so much so fast. So grateful."
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CHORAL METHODS: "Is WOW enough! This class was my meat and potatoes. Thank you, Mark! So much good information presented in such an organized, fun way. What a gold mine and a big confidence builder."
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PEDAGOGY: "What a big boost for my lesson plans. I gleaned lots and lots of tools that could be used for many age groups. Great ideas and great delivery. I don't have words to say how wonderful Amanda was!"
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"This program provides all the training you will need to become a successful and motivating children’s choir director. You will polish your musical, teaching, conducting and leadership skills. Every summer I attended, I was inspired by faculty and by my peers. If you’re experiencing burn-out in your program or you’re just looking to power-surge your energy, you don’t want to miss the CGI opportunities. Not only are you receiving information on the importance of choosing repertoire and on how important a role the children play in worship, but you will also get substantial training on how to interact and relate to church/school staff and volunteers. A skill required in this ministry. "
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"What was most helpful? The entire faculty's commitment, encouragement, and kindness. Thank you for a fabulous and joyful experience! The classes were great - with knowledgeable instructors, and I appreciate the faculty being so open and willing to answer questions and share their wealth of experience and advice with us."
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"CG Institute is a wonderful week! I have learned so much, and I look forward to its application in my program this fall. I am more confident in God’s gifts to me and I will work to use my gifts and maybe make them better."
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"This was a fantastic opportunity. The level of expertise was phenomenal. I learned so many ideas, tools and methods that I can bring back to my choir. The faculty were very affirming and warm with their interactions with us. I have felt the spirit of God permeate this Institute all week. Thank you.
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"CG has done it again. Another great week with world-class faculty and staff, learning and growing together. "
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"I learned many specific activities I can use right way. There was plenty of new information and some was presented that reminded me of some things that I know will help me offer a more complete program for my choir members."
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"Heather's 'More than the Music' class helped to pull me back to a spiritual focus to my ministry."