Drums
This position is foundational to the MET
band as the time keeper. The drummer is responsible for maintaining rhythmic
integrity, click programming, and facilitating segues. The minimum
requirements include: the ability to keep time to a click track and the
ability to play various grooves and patterns. It is helpful to read rhythm
charts and patterns.
Bass
The bassist and drummer
work cohesively together to provide a rhythmic and harmonic foundation for
the team. This position is largely responsible for the groove and musical
structure. The MET bassist should have a good understanding of chord theory,
be comfortable reading rhythm and chord charts, and be able to improvise as
styles dictate.
Rhythm Guitar
The MET rhythm guitarist
is responsible for the drive, especially as it relates to up-tempo
selections. The rhythm guitarist should have an excellent working knowledge
of chord structures and rhythms, as well as, chord and rhythm charts.
Lead Guitar
The lead guitarist
plays a vital role in providing color to the MET sound. You should be proficient in
playing power chords, motifs, melodic lines and fills. The ability to lift
motifs by ear is beneficial, as well as, the ability to read tablature and
rhythm charts.
Keyboards
The keyboardist is
responsible for foundational chords and well-defined voicing of embellished
chords and colors. Often the keyboardist pads as an underscore for prayer
and segues. An excellent understanding of theory is required for this
position. In addition to piano, the MET keyboardist should be comfortable
utilizing synths as well as the Hammond organ.
Horn Section
The MET horn section includes
pop or jazz horn instrumentation utilizing the Trumpet, Trombone, and Sax.
These musicians are auditioned and should be confident and comfortable.
Often the horn line accents the rhythm section with highly syncopated hits
and tight harmonies. Rhythmic and stylistic integrity is extremely important
for the horns.
Orchestra
The MET orchestra
accompanies worship services for the MET Classic service, as well as events and special
performances. The orchestra is an auditioned group. This
is an excellent opportunity for musicians to be a part of the worship
ministry for large scale events. The rehearsals are hosted be the best
clinicians Houston has to offer.
Arranger | Composer
Arrangers often
create rhythm or chord charts either as an adaptation of a song or as a lift
of an artists' rendition. They will write instrumental parts for horn or
strings as the color and style of the song requires.
Hospitality Team
The essential
personnel needed to serve for each worship experience is currently around 30
people. These volunteers are here for long spans with relatively little
break time. The hospitability team is responsible for setting up food and
refreshments for the technical and instrumental volunteers during Sunday
services.