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| Thursday, October 23, 2008
Music > Songwriters Showcase 4 by CSMusic Coming Back to the HeartWriter : Benjamin Chow Songwriters Showcase 4 by CSMusic Date : 6th September, 7:30pm Venue : Acts Centre Many may be under the impression that Christian music has come to a dead end, but rest assured there IS life after Hillsong! On September 26th, huddled in the quiet basement of China Square Central, Christians and non-Christians alike came together to support CSMusic's 4th Songwriter's Showcase, an event that ropes in local singers and musicians and gives them a chance to share their talents.  Jean TanJean admits to the influence of Tori Amos and Damien Rice and her music proves to be a delicious blend of jazz, country and pure, unadulterated worship. The friendly would-be school teacher took to the stage with ease, singing four beautiful original songs, Daddy's in Charge, You Look into My Heart, Dance and Psalm 91, performing them all with proficiency and, more importantly, with sincerity. "You're my dancing partner, my guide and leader, of my every step, of my every turn and twirl" sings Jean in Dance, one of her many personal love songs to God. "It was in university that I met someone who worshipped with no inhibitions...and I thought to myself: I want to be like that." Jean has been singing for 3 to 4 years now and the songs she has written resound with deep, personal meaning. That night, many were moved by the warmth of her character and touched by the strength of her faith.  Laverne OngInspired by friends and her experiences as a Christian in a troubled world, Laverne's songs were written to engage the general public, with catchy tunes and memorable melodies, but were also written to glorify God in her own, special way. "I lead a smooth-sailing life, but it just shows that God can reach through anybody," says the shy songwriter who is also the music director of Music Mocha, a music centre that promotes a variety of courses on pop music. Both performers promise to carry Christian music to new levels and we look forward to hearing more. CSMusic holds a Songwriter's Showcase every month, allowing for new singers and musicians each time. If you're interested in the future of Christian music, or simply inclined towards an evening of good music, come by for their events stated at www.csmusic.sg.
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