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WHAT IS THE AMAZING GRACE PROJECT?

"Amazing Grace" is probably the most well-known hymn of all time.  Many people, religious or not, are at least familiar with the first verse:

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Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost, but now am found,
Was blind but now I see.

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For over 200 years*, "Amazing Grace" has shown how music and word can stir the hearts and minds of people towards the meaning of their existence and, ultimately, to the God who created them.

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Recently, we've asked a number of our musical friends to send us videos of themselves singing and playing "Amazing Grace."   This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of styles, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world.​

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Tell us how you've been touched by "Amazing Grace" (email now)

Want to submit your own "Amazing Grace" video? (email now)

 

*"Amazing Grace" is a Christian hymn published in 1779, with words written in 1772 by the English poet and Anglican clergyman John Newton (1725–1807).  

VJC Online/Sacred Jazz Cooperative - Amazing Grace Project
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VJC Online/Sacred Jazz Cooperative - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by VJC Online/Sacred Jazz Cooperative members McKay P. (clarinet), Jack C. (alto sax), Melanie L. (flugelhorn), Monte G. (trombone), and Caleb G. (guitar), assisted by Shea Marshall (bass clarinet), Russell Schmidt (piano), Chris Finet (bass), and Rob Moore (drums). Arrangement by Russell Schmidt. Recording by Rob Moore. Video by Caleb Kilian. Explore the programs of the Valley Jazz Cooperative, including VJC Online activities, by visiting www.ValleyJazz.org About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, as is the Valley Jazz Cooperative. Learn more at: www.mswministries.org
Minsk Gospel Choir - Minsk Belarus - Amazing Grace Project
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Minsk Gospel Choir - Minsk Belarus - Amazing Grace Project

MSW’s Outreach, "Music On A Mission” has a long and treasured relationship with the gracious and talented people who call Belarus home. It's our pleasure to introduce this choir to you. Minsk Gospel Choir - Minsk Belarus This choir is made up of talented singers from all over Minsk coming together to celebrate gospel music. They are all Russian speakers. About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.msw.org
Joe Hererra - Amazing Grace Project
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Joe Hererra - Amazing Grace Project

Please enjoy this trumpet chorale by Joe Herrera! A native of Yuma, Arizona, Herrera began his musical journey at age 10. After studies at Mesa Community College and Arizona State University, as well as stints as a musician on cruise ships, he began working regularly in and around Phoenix. An opportunity then arose for Herrera to move to D.C., which he did in 2003. Seeing a jazz gig in the District that doesn’t feature Joe Herrera is almost a challenge. The ubiquitous trumpeter is at the center of the city’s burgeoning jazz scene and plays an important role as both bandleader and sideman. About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.msw.org
Chris Mack - Amazing Grace Project
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Chris Mack - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by vocalist Chris Mack, the musical director of Spirit of Joy Church, is accompanied by Darin Schyrock on piano, the Program/Musical director of the MCC Music Theater; as well as Scott Glasser, the Orchestra Director of Marcos De Niza High School. Enjoy this beautiful arrangement by Chuck Marohnic! About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.msw.org
Russell Schmidt, Chris Finet, and Rob Moore - Amazing Grace Project
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Russell Schmidt, Chris Finet, and Rob Moore - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by Russell Schmidt (Education Coordinator at MSW Ministries), piano, Chris Finet (Director of Jazz Studies at NAU), bass, and Rob Moore (Recording Engineer at MSW Ministries), drums. Arrangement by Russell Schmidt (available at www.valleyjazz.org/vjc-publications). Recording by Rob Moore. Video by Caleb Kilian, with recording session assistance from Larissa Johnson. About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.mswministries.org
Wes John - Amazing Grace Project
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Wes John - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by Wes John. About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.mswministries.org
Shea Marshall - Amazing Grace Project
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Shea Marshall - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by Shea Marshall. Shea is an American multi-instrumentalist and sideman whose primary instruments are saxophone and Hammond B-3. Marshall grew up in McMurray, Pennsylvania and was first introduced to the organ by his grandmother at the age of 5. Since then he has studied and recorded on saxophone, electric and upright bass, accordion, violin, guitar, clarinet, bass clarinet, penny whistle, flute, mandolin, chromatic harmonica, and oboe. Marshall studied Electrical Engineering at Arizona State University. About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.msw.org
CtL Bells of Joy - Amazing Grace Project
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CtL Bells of Joy - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by the CtL Bells of Joy. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church was so kind to get a few members of their bell choir together to share this rendition of Amazing grace with us. Over the years MSW and CtL have had the opportunities to work together and it is wonderful to include them in our Amazing Grace Project. About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.mswministries.org
Rob Moore - Amazing Grace Project
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Rob Moore - Amazing Grace Project

Amazing Grace performed by Rob Moore. Rob Moore is a multi-instrumentalist and the driving force behind MSW’s Amazing Grace project. Michael Mcdonald inspired this very upbeat and joyful rendition. Enjoy! About the AMAZING GRACE PROJECT: This project is developing a collection of "Amazing Grace" videos performed in all kinds of style, recorded by diverse musicians from around the world. Learn more about the "Amazing Grace Project" at: www.msw.org/amazinggraceproject "Amazing Grace Project" is an outreach of MSW Ministries, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at: www.mswministries.org
Bob Ravenscroft - Amazing Grace Project