Writings
This is a collection of some of my writings/musings. Click on the links below to read my thoughts on music, theology, liturgy, life, death, and whatever else inspires me enough to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard).I am always open to criticism, questions, or comments. Please feel free to contact me with any that you may have.
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Overpowering God:
Naming God in Human Power Structures (2006)
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Holy Baptism - A New Setting (2006)
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This is a rewrite of the liturgy of Holy Baptism that I created while at Yale Divinity School; the original comes from Evangelical Lutheran Worship. It makes use of more inclusive language. I was attempting to broaden the definition of parent to include same-sex couples and single parents. There is a pre-recorded musical element to this liturgy that is based on the sound of flowing water and an unborn child's heartbeat. If you are interested in using this liturgy, please contact me so I can get you a copy of the music to accompany the rite.
The Use of Propaganda in the Reformation & Counter-Reformation (2005)
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Steve Reich?s The Desert Music - An Analysis of Text (2002)
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This is a paper that I wrote while studying for my Master of Music degree. This is an analysis of the text by William Carlos Williams as adapted by Steve Reich. You'll notice that there are examples noted in the text but no examples anywhere in the paper. This is the result of misplacing the examples on my part. As soon as I find the examples, I will update the paper. Also, please excuse the messy bibliography (I was young and didn't really know what I was doing).
Berio's Sequenza No. 1 for Solo Flute - A Brief Analysis (2002)
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This is a brief analysis of Berio's masterpiece. It examines the use of pitch, rhythm, and morphology.
Essay on String Quartet no.2, "the dark well" (2002)
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This is a brief essay that I wrote describing the harmonic and structural relationships in my string quartet the dark well. I posted this essay as an example of my theoretical writings.