Juneteenth Celebrations!

Juneteenth Celebrations!

This year marks the 157th celebration of the Juneteenth (June 19th). Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of African – American slaves. The Juneteenth National Independence Day Act became recognized as a Federal Holiday on June 17, 2021. It’s no longer a regional...
It Is Well

It Is Well

How are we supposed to find peace when the world has turned upside-down? It seems that these days, no one has the answer to that question. At the time of writing this article, our country – and our entire world – is facing the threat of a global pandemic....
A Very Different Mother’s Day

A Very Different Mother’s Day

 This time of year always makes me feel like celebrating. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and I can hear the sounds of a little sparrow that has made her nest in the eaves right above my back door like she does every year. It’s the time of year when we...
Time for Easter!

Time for Easter!

It’s official: Easter is now right around the corner!  And no Easter Sunday is complete without the fanfares and hymns we know so well. There are a few excellent selections in the Fred Bock catalog that are perfect for the occasion. They possess all of the...
Mark Hayes’ Takes Sacred Music to a Whole New Level.

Mark Hayes’ Takes Sacred Music to a Whole New Level.

Mark Hayes is a prolific composer of choral music, a revered pianist, a well-traveled conductor, and even a successful publisher. His work has been used by choirs and pianists around the globe for decades, and his popularity shows no sign of slowing down. In his...