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Sound Advice
by Stephen M. Newman
Pastor of Worship and Arts
January 17, 2011



Worship Leader/Sound Tech



I know that there are many cases where the sound tech may not be as proficient as you would like, and more guidance is needed, but, if you have a guy or gal  that is capable and has potential, let him have some room.  He/she will make mistakes just as you and I did in our early days, and yes even today.  What they need is good communication and a a lot of patience.  What they don't need is constant direction during a rehearsal where everyone is there.  I know that's the only time when it is possible to have everything going, but save most of the coaching for private times together at the board.  Make sure that you have a few good resources for training. If you find someone who loves it, has potential and is committed, you better hang on and do what it takes to keep them.  There are a ton of churches that wing it from week to week wondering if the sound person is going to show up or not.

One other word, during the rehearsals and before a service, there can be times when your guitar player needs more monitor or the keyboard player needs the guitars level turned down in the monitor, make sure that all communication to the sound is directed through you...the worship leader or music minister.  Nothing will frustrate a sound tech more than to have everyone telling him what they need at once.  Learn to teach your people to speak to you and then you communicate the need to the sound person.  It will make your life and the relationship much better in the long run.  The sound tech is a jewel and needs as much affirmation as your best player or singer. Give them the proper respect and space, and they will make your ministry a joyful place to be a part.  

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