Seeing Is Believing
Visual Technology to ENGAGE Your People
by John Broadhead
Roland Systems Group (RSG) is a relatively new division of Roland, whose focus is the development of professional video and audio products. The church is the fastest growing venue for this type of technology, so RSG has created an online presence and “ENGAGE” newsletter specifically for those involved in A/V and tech ministry.
RSG products are unique in that they fuse the “music performance experience” with the world of tech ministry. Just one example of this fusion is the pioneering of visual performance — essentially enabling video to be as flexible as a musical instrument by incorporating spontaneity and improvisation. In the same way that a vocalist enjoys more freedom singing with a live band than to a backing track, now the visual artist can escape the bonds of “playback only.”
RSG visual performance technology at Willow Creek
Churches are employing this type of technology to help engage their congregations. So, in order to help tech ministries implement new A/V strategies and keep ideas flowing, RSG has launched ENGAGE.
The ENGAGE newsletter is for anyone using (or wanting to use) visual arts and/or digital audio in a worship context. It contains practical articles on technology, real-life examples, instruction, videos, upcoming events, tips & tricks and interviews with leaders who are using all sorts of techniques to engage people.
You are also invited to engage us by submitting your questions, suggestions for articles or even nominate your church for a featured story. Sign up to receive Engage at www.rolandsystemsgroup.com/engage.
John Broadhead is Director of Technology for Roland Systems Group and is the Editor of ENGAGE. engage@rolandsystemsgroup.com
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