Who is David Paul Britton, 

and what is the 

Ministry of Musical Mission and Education (MMME)?

David Paul Britton is a 30-year Lutheran worship leader and educator who initiated the full-time faith-based Ministry of Music Mission and Education in 1999.  MMME is a WORSHIP, MUSIC EDUCATION, and CONCERT/ASSEMBLY PERFORMANCE RESOURCE for many types of Music Ministry: Worship, concerts, assemblies, and outreach events, as well as workshops and seminars for Praise Team leaders and members, pastors and staff, and educators. Through Dave's mobile ministry resources, you may:

The Praise Team of St. Paul's in Lapeer, MI, works on vocal blending, improvising harmonies, and developing a more layered and polyphonic approach in their arrangements.

Enhance music education at your school, even with limited staff, equipment, or budget Schedule a professional Christian music workshop or presentation by Britton, an experienced teacher, director, songwriter, and performer Build a more effective church music program, whether choral or instrumental, traditional or contemporary Learn about MIDI technology, PA systems, keyboards, and related worship music education issues Receive on-location training for general ed and curricular school music, drama teams, worship music, and Praise Teams.

Multiple topics my be covered simultaneously to meet your workshop needs.

*

Foundations of Worship: Inspiration, Integrity, Insight

Relevant considerations for vibrant Christ-centered worship, whether traditional, blended, contemporary, or post-modern in approach.  Explore how Biblical truths and the command of Christ's Great Commission work in harmony with inspiring worship for all saints!

*

Praise TEAM-work: The Art of Ensemble

Today's worship leaders rely upon both spiritual and musical insights. Practical musical ideas encouraging ensemble growth, such as balance, intonation, tone blending, improvising harmony, instrumental polyphony, and timbre structuring are covered here.  Further, Scriptural concepts which aid in understanding, developing, and leading heartfelt participation and flow in worship are taught.

  *

Vocal I: Voice – The Greatest Instrument Ever Created!

ABC's of tone production, diction, blend, tuning, and color.  This has become unofficially known as "2 Years of Voice Lessons in 90 Minutes"!

*

Vocal II: Choral Performance – From Better to Best!

What lies beyond NICE singing?  Inspire and develop musical excellence in every singer.  Builds on Vocal I Workshop, expanding with more practical tips on tone, ensemble skills, expression, and dynamics.

*

Keyboards: MIDI and Sequencers

Discover the power of your keyboard's technology

*

Is God Calling You To A Faith-Ministry?

Scriptural and practical viewpoints about serving in a faith-based ministry

Songwriting: From Ideas to Reality

A how-to list for novice and veteran songwriters alike: lyrics, chord progressions, melodic considerations, style and genre, and more

*

PA Systems: General Topics

After the installer has vanished, and you realize that the electrician is not a musician, ask a seasoned veteran.

Basic sound system solutions are often only an adjustment away!

  For more information, email:  dbritton@mmme.org

Copyright 2002 by MMME.  Last revised: May 29, 2008.