Some songs in the hymnal
have time signature changes.
The verse may start in 3/4
and the chorus in 4/4.
Generally, introductions consist of
the first and last phrase of the song.
Remember, the purpose of the intro-
duction is to establish the initial tempo.
The introductions for songs with tempo
changes must be created from the verse
to establish the initial tempo.
I have given several song examples to
illustrate possible introductions.
Editor notes for Examples:
1. Christ Returneth: the introduction
had to be modified to avoid a lengthy
introduction.
2. The last two songs were easier...
using the first and last phrase of
the verse.
Introduction tip: The last phrase of the verse
must end on a one chord to give the introduction
a closing sound. Otherwise, the church pianist
will need to modify (end on the one chord).
For more information on introductions, please refer to
the following links of my earlier articles.
http://thechurchpianist.blogspot.com/2008/09/church-pianist-introduction-tips-for_9455.html
http://thechurchpianist.blogspot.com/2008/09/church-pianist-introduction-tips-for.html
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