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 This video is from rehearsals before the All Saints Sunday service at First Lutheran Church of Strongsville on November 3rd, 2019.  It includes the Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir, and Youth Choir. Below is a breakdown of the timing of the video for your convenience.

2:05 Choir warm-up

21:50 Choir final run-through

24:41 Bells start

27:16 Bells start with everyone

30:55 Bells work the ending

33:00 Youth start

37:59 Youth first time in position

42:00 Youth final run-through 

 As a part of my Graduate Conducting Recital at The University of Akron, I composed and conducted this original work.  Allelu by Zack Richards Performed by the Graduate Recital Choir and UA Men's Chorus Accompanied by Kevin Klemm Conducted by Zack Richards April 27, 2014 in Guzzetta Recital Hall  

Lux Aurumque by Eric Whitacre Performed by the Graduate Recital Choir Conducted by Zack Richards Soloist: Merissa Coleman April 27, 2014 in Guzzetta Recital Hall of The University of Akron School of Music  

I am Thine, O Lord played on Trumpet by Zack Richards for Ash Wednesday 2022 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Strongsville, OH. 

 A virtual Brass Choir from First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Strongsville, OH performs this medley of two popular Easter hymns by Zack Richards.

 Sing for Joy! is a song for Contemporary Praise Band with lyrics and music by Zack Richards.  It was commissioned by First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Strongsville, OH for the celebration of Pastor Chuck Knerem's 30th anniversary of his ordination on July 17th, 2016. It is performed by the Contemporary Praise Band with soloist Jordan Novak.  All music and photos in this video were created by and are owned by Zack Richards.