Service Music for Worship [Staple Bound] Inc. Word Music

Description

1977 edition. Staple bound cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This unassuming staple-bound volume from 1977 offers a window into the evolution of contemporary Christian music. Published by Word Music, a pioneering publisher of modern worship songs, “Service Music for Worship” captures a pivotal moment when the church embraced more informal and accessible musical styles. As the charismatic movement gained momentum, this book provided chords, lyrics, and arrangements for a new wave of worship anthems that helped usher in a more personal and expressive approach to congregational singing. While well-worn from use, the book’s condition reflects its role as a trusted resource for countless worship teams and music ministers seeking to infuse their services with a fresh vibrancy. For collectors interested in the history of modern worship, this humble yet significant volume offers a tangible link to the innovative sounds that reshaped the spiritual experience for millions of believers.