In Celebration of the Human Voice - The Essential Musical Instrument

Charles McCartha

Born: 1958. Living in: Tallassee, AL, United States.
Charles McCartha is Director of Music Ministries at the First United Methodist Church of Tallassee, Alabama where he has served since 1993. Charles has a passionate love for creating music God can use as a blessing to those who hear it. Throughout his music ministry, he has enjoyed composing and arranging a variety of styles of music.

Charles studied piano and organ with Dr. John W. Tamblyn and voice and vocal coaching techniques with Dr. Jeff Gilbreath, both of Auburn University. In addition, he has studied theory and composition with Dr. Jamie Henke of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, DCS. He is a member of The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts as well as The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and is a recipient of the ASCAP Plus award. His work has been published by Shawnee Press, Hope Publishing Co. and Abingdon Press. His anthem, "What Feast Will You Bring?" was performed at the 2011 General Assembly of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

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Charles McCartha : For God's Glory

This original anthem immediately engages both heart and spirit! Lofty words of challenge springing from scripture hold a modern application and are lifted high on the wings of a beautiful theme. The power ballad style is perfectly chosen for the pace of these lyrics, and there is a natural crescendo of purpose that drives the arc of the arrangement. A supportive piano accompaniment enables success with thoughtful voice leadings and clearly defined modulations, and the optional orchestration is truly inspired. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, tba, hp, bells, chm, timp, perc, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.