Castles
​THEME AND SOURCE
Matt. 7:24-27
Luke 6:47
The Parable of the House on the Sand
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DESCRIPTION
This vulnerable actor’s story ballad asks what we can truly count on besides the Lord. Encourages us to build our lives upon The Rock. Draws as much or more on acting skills than vocal. Actor must be adept with story arc and be able to reveal this character's pain and discovery.
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​CAST: 1 Female (could also work in Small or Large Ensemble for 1-10 actor~singer~dancers)
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KEY: C
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RANGE: C4 to C5
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RUNTIME: 4:45​
NOTE: This piece makes for meaningful choreography and could be used in DANCE DIVISION as well.
Ugly Duckling
​THEME AND SOURCE
External and Internal Beauty
Psalm 139:14-16
"For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother’s womb."
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DESCRIPTION
Actor~Singer story ballad about our perception of beauty and the limitations we place on ourselves. Pays homage to classic Ugly Duckling tale while celebrating our beauty as beloved children of the Creator. Actor must show vulnerability and be able to hit wide range of emotional levels. Requires excellent breath support for sustained phrases.
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​CAST: 1 Female
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KEY: C
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RANGE: A3 to D5
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RUNTIME 5:23​​
More Than We Can See
​THEME AND SOURCE
Comparison and Competition in the Body of Christ
1 Cor. 12:27
“Now you are the body of Christ,
and each one of you is a part of it."
Rom. 12: 4-5
"For we each have different work to do.”
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DESCRIPTION
Cousins Ruth and Greta have been competing since the day they were born. At the height of the conflict, they’re forced to work through their differences, realizing they are part of something bigger than themselves. Advanced actor~singers. Actors must be able to turn the scene/song as these characters struggle, discover, and grow.
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CAST: 2 Female
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KEY: Gb modulates to Ab
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RANGE: Ab3 to Eb5
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RUN TIME 4:11 plus optional dialogue set up
I Matter Because You Love Me
​THEME AND SOURCE
Our Value in Christ
1 Samuel 16:7
"Man looks on the outside, but God looks on the heart."​
DESCRIPTION
Alex (M/F) confesses a deep vulnerability to Grandpa who is in hospital bed, sedated, awaiting surgery. Addresses pressure of living up to the expectations of others. Power ballad. Advanced belt/mix and breath support needed for bridge and tag ending. ​
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​CAST: 1 Male or Female
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KEY: F# or G
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FEMALE RANGE:
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In F# - G#3 to C#5;
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In G - G3 to D5
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RUNTIME 4:06​ plus optional monologue set up
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NOTE: F# lyrics vary slightly and include a hopeful turn in final chorus, "Lord, you know all the answers..."
Forgiveness Makes You Free
THEME AND SOURCE
Forgiving Others as the Father Forgives Us
Matthew 6:14 (NIV)
"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you."
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DESCRIPTION
In context of CHRISTMAS IN ROOM 309, Gina (Alex’ mother/Grandma’s daughter) is struggling with unforgiveness. Grandma comforts and speaks into the life of her Grandchild, Alex, (M/F) about the importance of forgiveness. Rich Alex/Grandma duet with rolling undercurrent. May be sung out of context, as standalone piece.
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CAST: 2 Female, or 1 Female and 1 Male
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KEY: Am
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RT: 2:50
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E3 to C5 (harmony E5)
Glad I Took the Time
​THEME AND SOURCE
Listening
My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak…
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DESCRIPTION
In the context of SERVICE PROJECT, Rachel recalls the rich experience of “interviewing” and recording her Grandmother, who has now passed, as she described highlights of her vast life experience. Rachel is glad she took the time to listen, and she now treasures those voice memos on her phone.
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CAST: 1 female
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RT: 2:33
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KEY: D
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RANGE: A3 to D5 (optional)