David/Asaph Project: Psalmody

your musical influences?

David: The church of my childhood exposed me to a wide variety of praise and musical expressions. Some of the most memorable melodies of praise were the songs in which the text of the Bible was set to music. Psalm 100 is a familiar example to many people. Other favorites included Exodus 15:1-2, Psalm 20:7, Isaiah 6:1,3, and Matthew 6:33. Many of these songs were sung in home prayer meetings.

Secular music during the late 1960s and 1970's also had a profound influence. I recall singing Let it Be in guitar mass on several occasions. Turn, Turn, Turn, by the Byrds, based upon Ecclesiastes Chapter 3, impressed me that words from the Bible could be placed to popular music. The other important influences for me was the Maranatha Singers, classical music, Jars of Clay, The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkle, Yes, CSN&Y, A.L. Weber, and others.

Dano: When & how did you become a Christian?

David: I asked Jesus into my heart at age 7 at the conclusion of a Sunday school class. Although I did not fully understand the profound significance of that event at that tender age, there is no doubt that I was expressing child-like faith that day. My faith has been tested greatly during various periods in my life especially during my teenage and college years. There have been times when I have not followed His will. I may have left Him during those times, but He never left me.

Dano: What is your hope for this music?

David: I am hoping that this music will be a blessing to those who listen. My desire is that it will inspire others to take a closer look at the Psalms. What a joy it would be to see others continue to adapt music to the Psalms in whatever way the Lord leads them.

New Album Releases Slated For June 2001

Big Tent Revival Live 06/05/01
The Katinas Destino (Spanish) 06/05/01
Susie Luchsinger My Country Gospel Hymnal 06/05/01
Woody Rock Soul Music 06/05/01
Starflyer 59 Leave Here a Stranger 06/05/01
Natalie Grant Stronger 06/12/01
Selah Press On 06/12/01
Apt Core Rhythms of Remembrance 06/19/01
Basix Illuminate 06/19/01
Londa Larmond Love Letters 06/19/01
Paige Paige 06/19/01
Remixx Dear Lord 06/19/01
Various All Around the World 06/19/01

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