Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - all you need to know.
| 1. Why this site? |
| 3. How can I use the material? |
| 4. Who is the composer? |
| 5. How do I get in touch? |
| 6. Why aren't there full versions of all songs on the jukebox? |
- To inspire new generations with the truths in these ancient hymns
The composer writes: "Although there's definitely a place for simply-worded Christian worship songs, too many sadly lack lyrical depth. At the same time, parts of the church are losing out by discarding old hymns with dated tunes or inaccessible words. In many cases a new tune, musical arrangement or an update of the words (without dumbing down their meaning) can help bring the song back to life. This site is intended to showcase many examples of such hymns resurrected for use today. It's good to see many of today's leading Christian songwriters taking a similar approach."
- To release the work of the composer around the world
As well as making his work known locally the composer has decided to self-publish, using this site to help share his music with as many people as possible worldwide without the problems that the traditional music publishing process can bring.
Yes. This is a developing website and the intention is to add further high-quality recordings as and when time and resource allows. In the medium term, further music scores of new songs yet to be recorded will be made available so please keep checking back. Your continued support of this site is valued!
3. How can I use the material?
No permission is required if you want to use any song in your church or for non-profit making activities. No fee is payable (other than for your initial purchase of recordings).
Permission is required if you want to record or perform any song for profit. Please contact the site.
Important Note: Please remember that any unauthorised use of the songs is theft!
6. Why aren't there full versions of all songs?
Unfortunately, it's no longer possible to provide full versions of professionally-recorded songs on the jukebox. These recordings are expensive to make and the intention is for future high quality recordings to be partially paid for by the number of downloads of existing tracks. Sadly, during the last 8 months people have been listening to the free music but not downloading it, which has meant that I can't go ahead with a new EP in the near future as originally planned. As a result, two minute extracts of non-demo tracks now appear (which is still four times as long as the extracts you get in iTunes). I'm sorry about this, but hopefully by adding some full-length demos and making my music scores freely available helps soften the blow. - Daniel K, March 2010