Dr. Hustad has completely updated, enlarged, and reorganized his 1981 volume which has been widely used as a textbook. This 1993 edition contains twenty chapters grouped in three sections: 1) General Considerations (A Church Music Philosophy): 2) History of Music in Christian Worship and Renewal: and 3) Practical Applications for the 21st century. Essential reading for thoughtful people concerned about worship, music, and the arts