FREE ELECTIVE
The Language of Worship Guitar: Building Atmosphere, Texture & Dynamics
In modern worship, the electric guitar isn’t just about riffs or strumming chords — it’s about speaking a musical language that carries emotion, atmosphere, and depth. This elective will help guitarists unlock the tools and techniques to move beyond the basics and play in a way that truly serves the song and congregation.
We’ll explore:
• How to use space, layering, and dynamics to create atmosphere.
• Essential chord voicings, inversions, and partial chords that add color without clashing with keys.
• Techniques for swells, textures, and ambient playing that fill the room without overcrowding.
• How to adapt your tone and playing for different moments — from intimate prayer to high-energy praise.
• Listening skills to discern what the song needs, and when not to play.
Whether you’re a rhythm player, a lead guitarist, or somewhere in between, you’ll come away with practical tools to communicate musically, serve your worship team better, and play with greater confidence and creativity.
About John Wong and Elliot Koh
John and Elliot are resident electric guitarists in the Awaken Generation band and have served with the team for many years at revival nights, conferences, mission trips and at our Live Recordings. They both bring musical talent and a heart for worship to the table and are dedicated to share their experience and expertise with the wider body of Christ.
