The Mark of the Maker: The Musical Soul, an evening with Seth Ward
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
7 – 9 pm
Admission is free, but RSVP is required
Dr. Seth Ward, Music Director at Central Presbyterian Church in Manhattan is the featured speaker at New York City Christian Union’s February salon, discussing our artistic and musical nature.
Event
7:00-7:30 Drink and hors d’oeuvres
7:30-9:00 Talk and discussion
Topic
The Mark of the Maker: The Musical Soul
There are three defining characteristics of the human spirit that stand out in stark contrast to all other creation: our knowledge of self (homo sapien) our innate spirituality (homo spiritualis) and our artistic or musical nature (homo musicalis).
Any one of these three characteristics, by themselves, would set humankind apart as unique and peculiar. However, it is this third characteristic, our musical self, that unites our human nature with our divine nature most succinctly.
About the Speaker
Dr. Seth Ward has been Music Director at Central Presbyterian Church in Manhattan since 2009. Seth received his double Master’s degrees in piano and composition from Baylor University and a Doctorate in music composition from Rice University. His piano and chamber compositions have been performed in competitions internationally and have been enthusiastically received.
In addition to his classical training, Seth has also toured as a Contemporary Christian Artist with his wife, Amber, before moving to NYC. They have two records together as the group, “Five Cent Stand.” While finishing his Doctorate in Houston, Seth worked as pianist at Second Baptist Houston and orchestra director and arranger at Williams Trace Baptist Church in Sugar Land, Texas.
Register
Due to the intimate nature of salons, space is extremely limited, accommodating approximately 20 guests. To RSVP, email Linnette Pilar. >
Venue
A private home in Sutton Place
[Directions will be emailed to you in response to your reservation.]
Questions
For more information on NYCU or NYCU events please contact NYCU Director Scott Crosby.
NYCU Salons are fashioned after the features that made earlier European salons famous – an inspiring venue for the exchange of ideas. NYCU Salons provide an intimate gathering for Christian leaders to develop strong ties, discussing topics that will strengthen both the intellectual and supernatural dimensions of your Christian faith. Expert speakers will go in-depth, and participants will have the opportunity to interact with the guest presenter as well as one another.
