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Music
"Musica Maestoso" (Majestic Music) is Donn's approach to music for Christian worship. Donn's
philosophy is that corporate worship music must proclaim the Christian, biblical worldview in
form, lyric, and composition. Anything less than that compromises the integrity of the Gospel
message, especially when more worldly musical styles are introduced into the sanctuary for
the sake of "cultural relevance." The style of music used for worship has but one purpose, the
least of which is to present styles and individual selections based on personal tastes or
cultural preferences.
"Musica Solemnis" (Solemn Music) captures the essence of sacred music and traditional hymns as arranged for the classical guitar as performed by Donn LeVie Jr. This collection of music reserved for presentation in church sanctuaries includes the music of J.S. Bach, W.A. Mozart, Beethoven, Handel, Vivaldi,
What Others Are Saying About Donn LeVie Jr. Live Classical Guitar Performances
From Wimberly United Methodist Church, Wimberly, Texas
"...Donn's music shapes a space for worship and the presence of God..."
"...As I listened to Donn's music I found myself not simply listening, but also being invited into the presence of the One we had come to worship..."
"The beauty of Donn's guitar music alternately draws the listener into praise and worship of God, prayer and contemplation, and finally pronounces a soothing benediction that conveys God's comforting touch. What a blessing!"
From Bannockburn Baptist Church, Austin, Texas
"Donn's wonderful arrangement of 'Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow' contained a perfect sonic balance to bring a welcome air of familiarity to proponents of traditional worship music, while still managing to acknowledge those who favor a more contemporary tone."
"This talented musician with his beautiful classical guitar arrangements of sacred music and hymns may single-handedly usher in the return of more traditional worship music in sanctuaries everywhere. Hearing such music on a solo acoustic instrument somehow calls forth a more reverent atmosphere--an ideal environment with which to hear and meditate on God's word."
From Southwest Hills Community Church, Oak Hill, Texas
"The classical guitar, in its various forms, has been used to express the beauty of sacred music for centuries. Donn LeVie's skill of the art - and passion for God - connect the listener to timeless truths that still feed our souls..."
"...In Donn's hands, the classical guitar instructs, inspires, and paints pictures of the divine realm..."
"...Donn LeVie, Jr. is a wonderfully talented musician. He combines creative arrangements and masterful skill to present a truly marvelous audio-visual experience..."
"Donn's use of traditional hymns delivers an unexpected spiritual dimension that moves you at a deeply soulful level and leaves you thankful that God created the gift of music."
From Grace Brethren Church of Ocala, Ocala, Florida
"I've got to tell you, as a pastor preparing my own heart to get up and give and take God's Word, Donn's music led me to the throne room of the Most High God. His simple, elegant and focused musical arrangement was a beautiful expression of worship before the Lord."
You Can Host a Salon Concert
The idea of private “Salon Concerts” (or "House Concerts") is both an old and new one. Most music of the 18th and 19th centuries was shared in the homes of friends, neighbors, politicians, the aristocracy, business associates, symphony benefactors, and other wealthy individuals. The practice continues today with chamber music quartets, classical guitarists, and concert pianists performing “salon concerts” in private homes for small (15 to 40) audiences in an intimate setting.
Hosting a Salon Concert is easy...read more about Salon Concerts here.
"Musica Solemnis" (Solemn Music) captures the essence of sacred music and traditional hymns as arranged for the classical guitar as performed by Donn LeVie Jr. This collection of music reserved for presentation in church sanctuaries includes the music of J.S. Bach, W.A. Mozart, Beethoven, Handel, Vivaldi,
What Others Are Saying About Donn LeVie Jr. Live Classical Guitar Performances
From Wimberly United Methodist Church, Wimberly, Texas
"...Donn's music shapes a space for worship and the presence of God..."
"...As I listened to Donn's music I found myself not simply listening, but also being invited into the presence of the One we had come to worship..."
"The beauty of Donn's guitar music alternately draws the listener into praise and worship of God, prayer and contemplation, and finally pronounces a soothing benediction that conveys God's comforting touch. What a blessing!"
From Bannockburn Baptist Church, Austin, Texas
"Donn's wonderful arrangement of 'Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow' contained a perfect sonic balance to bring a welcome air of familiarity to proponents of traditional worship music, while still managing to acknowledge those who favor a more contemporary tone."
"This talented musician with his beautiful classical guitar arrangements of sacred music and hymns may single-handedly usher in the return of more traditional worship music in sanctuaries everywhere. Hearing such music on a solo acoustic instrument somehow calls forth a more reverent atmosphere--an ideal environment with which to hear and meditate on God's word."
From Southwest Hills Community Church, Oak Hill, Texas
"The classical guitar, in its various forms, has been used to express the beauty of sacred music for centuries. Donn LeVie's skill of the art - and passion for God - connect the listener to timeless truths that still feed our souls..."
"...In Donn's hands, the classical guitar instructs, inspires, and paints pictures of the divine realm..."
"...Donn LeVie, Jr. is a wonderfully talented musician. He combines creative arrangements and masterful skill to present a truly marvelous audio-visual experience..."
"Donn's use of traditional hymns delivers an unexpected spiritual dimension that moves you at a deeply soulful level and leaves you thankful that God created the gift of music."
From Grace Brethren Church of Ocala, Ocala, Florida
"I've got to tell you, as a pastor preparing my own heart to get up and give and take God's Word, Donn's music led me to the throne room of the Most High God. His simple, elegant and focused musical arrangement was a beautiful expression of worship before the Lord."
You Can Host a Salon Concert
The idea of private “Salon Concerts” (or "House Concerts") is both an old and new one. Most music of the 18th and 19th centuries was shared in the homes of friends, neighbors, politicians, the aristocracy, business associates, symphony benefactors, and other wealthy individuals. The practice continues today with chamber music quartets, classical guitarists, and concert pianists performing “salon concerts” in private homes for small (15 to 40) audiences in an intimate setting.
Hosting a Salon Concert is easy...read more about Salon Concerts here.
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2. Ovecoming Performance Anxiety for Solo Musicians (PDF)
3. Understanding Repetitive Stress Injuries for Musicians (PDF)
4. Emergency Thumbnail Repair Technique (PDF)
5. Church Music Aesthetic Criteria (PDF)
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Here are some samples of
Donn's classical guitar work...
Listen to classical guitar arrangements of
the Genevan Psalter, arranged by lutenist
Adrien Le Roy, and performed by Marcelo
de la Puebla under Welcome/discography/
Puentes
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