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How To Modernize Hymns (Tutorial)

4,482 views · Published 8 August 2016 · 13:00 · Indexed 19 October 2026

Channel: Reawaken Hymns · 2016 · Music

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A tutorial with ideas and strategies to help you update older hymns stylistically to become a natural fit in your modern worship service. 

This video includes:
1. Simplifying chords
2. Improving dynamics
3. Updating melodic rhythms

I recently wrote an article on "modernizing hymns" for the winter issue of Reformed Worship magazine. This video compliments that article and I encourage you to check it out as well for a more in-depth look at the philosophy behind using hymns in your modern worship service.

Also stay tuned for 4 short tutorials about guitar chords in the keys of C, G, E, and D. 

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