Category Archives: Music

California Dreaming

Posted on March 14, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Perhaps it would be a good thing if we expected ourselves to be missionaries of comfort and blessing to others. Continue reading →

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The Pursuit of Harmony

Posted on June 29, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Harmony in singing creates a sound that is more than the sum of its parts; it is a reflection of the nature and person of God. Continue reading →

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Return to Paradise, Again

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Doc Arnett

John Prine spent his life searching for and sharing truth, beauty and an irascible sense of humor through music. My life is better for having known and shared his music. Continue reading →

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Riding the Long Hills and Singing in the Dark

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Singing old hymns together in the car gave me good memories of my dad… and much more. Continue reading →

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Pretty Good (In Praise of Mediocrity)

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Doc Arnett

As much as I love excellence, I nonetheless believe that being average at a really good thing is far better than being amazing at something that doesn’t benefit others. Continue reading →

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Getting Better

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Whether it’s singing or marriage, or something else nearly as important, improving is not always quick or easy… but it is always possible. And quite often worth the effort. Continue reading →

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Good Friends and Great Music

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Don’t you love it when a concert is even better than you hoped?! Fernando Ortega, Tabor College, and good friends… Continue reading →

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A Different Plan

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Doc Arnett

What happens when prayer and preparation run smack dab into an RV of musicians from Minneapolis in the middle of a tiny Kansas town? Spirit-dipity! Continue reading →

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Two Men Singing in the Dark

Posted on May 4, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes you look back at a moment and realize what a fine moment it was. Sometimes, you know during the moment… Continue reading →

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Singspiration

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Doc Arnett

A small elderly woman with an amazing voice brings an unexpected blessing during an ecumenical singing service in a small Kansas town. Continue reading →

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