youth worship at the last minute

ticklemejerome · 06-30-2007, 08:52 PM

so i was informed today that i will be leading worship for a youth conference in Destin, Florida from wednesday through friday.

yes...this wednesday through friday.

there are supposed to be about 10 major churches going and half...no wait...all of my worship team arent going.

i managed to grab a keyboard player so it will be keyboard and acoustic atleast but i really have no idea what songs to play. i have rarely ever played without a full team and i know this question has probably been asked alot of times but it would be helpful if you guys can recommend some upbeat and slow songs that would work well in a "unplugged" environment. also pray for me as it has been about 2 months since i have led worship.

p.s - please keep in mind that these are middle to high school aged kids.

nate95366 · 06-30-2007, 10:57 PM

Do you know any of the leadership at the churches that will be attending? Do you know how many youth we're talking about? I suppose that if I were in your position, I would contact some of the leadership at the attending churches to see if they can supply someone on _________ instrument or vocals. Once everyone gets there, have a rehearsal or two to figure out where your group is at its best, and then keep it simple.

Nate

Facelessjoe · 07-01-2007, 11:01 AM

All these songs chords can be found at Vertical Music, and some of the music can be listened to at projectplaylist.com

How Great Is Our God
Came to the Rescue
(Here's an oldie)I Love You Lord(This one is just a good one to play in between transitions)
Enough
Holy is the Lord
Oh Praise Him
Sing to the King
Blessed Be Your Name
Amazed
The Stand
God is Great
One Way
Refuge
Rescue
Shout unto God(this one is kinda iffy, try it, see how it goes)

Thats all I got right now. If you need more, PM me.

Jfool · 07-01-2007, 12:53 PM

This thread:

http://www.christianguitar.org/forum...d.php?t=150660

fendstratplaya · 07-01-2007, 04:53 PM

Two songs that have worked well in unplugged enviroments for me: Never Let Go and Jesus Paid It All. The age group you described really get into them everytime I've played/been at services where they are played. Some other good ones:

Jesus, Garden of My Rest- Robbie Seay Band
All I Can Say-David Crowder
God of Wonders (classic, but good acoustically)
Sing to the King-unsure of artists, I know it has been on a Passion cd.
Majesty-Charlie Hall (if your a Switchfoot fan, I've used parts of "On Fire" in this song as they have the same chord progression...works really well)

Theres a few I love to do acoustically...good luck!

**DaGeek** · 07-04-2007, 06:26 PM

I know it's Wednesday already, but I thought I'd throw in my two cents. There are a lot of good songs, but try not to try to get more middle-school-oriented songs, or high-school-oriented songs. Some that have the goal of reaching those age groups seem watered down and almost "fake," if you will. So just go with whatever you feel the Holy Spirit is leading you to do, and good luck to you!