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This post will outline all of the resources and tips I have compiled over my 2.5 year journey of discovering more about what it means to be a cantor. The music part of the cantoring comes easily to me since I have been classically trained as a choir teacher.
The other side of being a cantor? Best practices and what is appropriate and what is not? I am just learning about these. Hopefully, you are in a position where you want to learn, too. I will provide all of my current resources right here in this post!
Are you ready to get started? Good, here we go!
Vocal Tips for Cantors
preparedness & emotional tips
This section of tips focuses on what you can do to be prepared on all accounts when it comes to singing at Mass. More than just the vocal side of things.
Wardrobe Tips
I have only created a capsule wardrobe for the ladies. As a lady myself, I can’t really make assumptions about what male cantors prefer to wear to Mass. Give me some ideas, and I will make one up for you, yeah?
Spiritual Tips for Cantors
Prayers, ways to improve your personal life, and more are incluced in this section.
General Tips for Cantors
Things you might not know about cantoring. Plus, some extra resources when it comes to leading others.
Tips From Other Music Ministers!
Meet Mike Carney. He has been a music minister for 15 years. Check out his YouTube Channel and his website, Music Ministry 101, for more details! Here is his best tip for cantors:
Know that the purpose of the cantor is to get the congregation to sing. If you know this, you will do things to ‘will them’ to sing. In the way you look at them, in the way you introduce the music, and in the way you sing it. You have to want them to sing with you and they will sense the message and start following suite!
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All the tips you need?
This will be a good start on where to go as a cantor. There are so many wonderful things about being a cantor, read about my experiences here!
Likewise, if you have a cantor tip and consider yourself an expert or amateur when it comes to cantoring or being a church musician, please head here and fill out my survey! I would love to display your knowledge on my site!
Just for you: check out my Free Resources for more things to use and keep as a cantor!
As usual, let’s all remember to give all the glory to God and share our experiences with one another. We are in this ministry together, friends!
Have a blessed day!
