Dear ALCM friends,

As time moves forward so do the surprises and changes of life. On New Year’s Day two years ago we couldn’t have possibly known what our evolving responsibilities would become during an unimaginable roller coaster pandemic. It seems what lies ahead for us remains equally unpredictable. But on this first day of yet another new year we can celebrate that God is always on the journey with us, wherever that journey may lead.

In this e-newsletter note the many ways Lutheran music is alive and serving the Word throughout the country. I give thanks for all you are doing in your worshiping communities and for your loyal membership in our ALCM family.

In 2022 I look forward to again serving with you in leading the song of God’s people, in whatever new ways we find ourselves leading that song, and in whatever seasons of life we may celebrate. May God bless you and your music ministry in this new year and always.

Jim Rindelaub

Executive Director

Zoom Bylaws Town Hall Conversation

“Early, Early Bird” conference registration discounts are available through January 15, 2022. Beginning January 16, the registration fee for ALCM members increases from $295 to $355, so REGISTER NOW to avoid the rate increase!

Choristers Guild (The Choir Come-Back)

GIA Publications (Liturgical Year Music from 2021)

The 2022 ALCM Membership Directory will be published in January, and we want to be sure that it includes your correct contact information. If you have recently moved and/or changed church positions and haven't yet reported the change, please let us know no later than Monday, January 10. You can email the changes to office@alcm.org or fill out the online contact information form.

The next issue of CrossAccent will be mailed next week and should be arriving in your mailbox shortly thereafter. Articles in this issue include:

In addition to the regular news and book and music reviews, this issue also includes reports on the North American Academy of Liturgy 2021: Emerging Scholars Symposium (report by Deborah Wong) and the American Choral Directors Association National Conference (report by Shannon Gravelle).

Join us for this free virtual event January 5-31, 2022

Taking place at various times during the month of January, NCSM offers presentations, reading sessions, worship opportunities, and more! There is no cost for this event. Attend as much or as little as you like. To receive updates, register for event news.

Conference sponsors:

Beginning this month, events will be published both in the website calendar and in the monthly newsletter. Do you have an event that you'd like to include? ALCM members should log in and follow the link on the main members area page. Non-members should send event details to office@alcm.org for consideration. 

Webinars in 2021 were offered in four separate series, three paid and one free. We've extended the deadline, so you may still purchase any or all of the three paid series at the original reduced prices. Beginning January 5, 2021 webinars will only be available individually at the regular per webinar price of $25 for members and $39 for non-members). Order now to beat the price change! Just click the "Register" button to order the recorded series.

Kyries (prayer concerns) and Glorias (thanksgivings) are posted in the members area and on this page on the ALCM website. Kyries and Glorias for the following people have been recently posted:

ALCM members are invited to submit Kyries and Glorias following the link in the members area of the website. Non-members may contact the ALCM office at office@alcm.org with information for posting.

Are you a retired church musician? Have you found your new "norm" after retirement? ALCM board member Jim Hild is looking for retired church musicians willing to be interviewed for an upcoming In tempo article. He’s hoping for several people—male and female, various geographical areas, ethnicity, denominations, etc.—to include in the article. If you’d like to participate, please contact Jim directly at jbhild@gmail.com.

LSM is thrilled to offer this fully online session to help young musicians tune up their playing and singing with private lessons, explore exciting topics in music, connect with peers from all over the country, and get to know the incredible LSM Faculty.

 

If the standard tuition rate of $99 is out of reach for any reason, students can select one of three Financial Aid options, ranging from $0-49 on the Enrollment Page. There is also a Gift Tuition option for individuals or congregations who wish to cover the cost for a young musician to participate. 

To be added, please email information to: office@alcm.org