by Abbie Stancato | Sep 1, 2014 | Ask Abbie
8 Tips For Getting Your Music Heard Ask Abbie: I’m a Christian songwriter and I’m very frustrated. I’ve been sending my music everywhere and no one will listen. Why? Abbie’s Reply: I’ve been in your shoes. It’s frustrating when you...
by Abbie Stancato | Jun 15, 2014 | Ask Abbie, Music Directors, Praise Music, Praise Teams, Shadowlands and Songs of Light
Praise Team Worship Music Why is a Quality Performance Important? Before I begin, I ask you not to confuse a quality performance with a stage show. I don’t believe a stage performance belongs in a worship setting. However, I do believe in quality performed...
by Abbie Stancato | May 17, 2014 | Ask Abbie, Movies/TV/Books
American Idol & The Voice… Who Will Win? The Voice and American Idol seasons are winding down. Who will take the prize? The Voice Finale… Rocking God’s House recently offered a 45-day poll asking “Which Coach Will Win Season 6 of ‘The Voice?'”...
by Abbie Stancato | May 12, 2014 | Ask Abbie, The Christian Music Biz
How Do You Cure Hiccups The Hiccups Ruined My Performance! An “Ask Abbie” Question: I was singing in a very vocal competition and developed the hiccups just before going on stage. It completely wrecked the performance, every time I would hiccup I would...
by Abbie Stancato | May 6, 2014 | Ask Abbie, Audio 101, Church Media, General Christian Topics, The Christian Music Biz
Ask Abbie; How Do I Get Sound Effects for My Songs? I have a home studio and need sound effects for songs, commercials, short films. Most of the sites I’ve found are limited or too expensive. Can you help? Abbie’s Reply: Over the years I have purchased CD’s from...
by Abbie Stancato | Apr 29, 2014 | Ask Abbie, General Christian Topics
Secular Consultants Guiding Church Growth: Is this Okay if it Brings the Congregation to Christ? Ask Abbie: I attend a church that recently hired church consultants that seem to be taking a secular approach toward building a congregation. Can your readers please offer...