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CNS Best Day YetSeason 4 Episode 12 NQC25 Recap with Rob NovellSend us a textNext to CNS, The National Quartet Convention is my favorite week of the year. The Music, the Fellowship, and the Friends make for a very interesting week. Listen in to Rob recap the week that was NQC25.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2025-09-3031 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 4 Episode 10 Creativity is a Mindset with Rob NovellSend us a textCreativity is in each of us. We have to find it, use it, and develop it. But sometimes we first have to realize that it is in us. It may be a simple change in mindset to help us come to meet creativity. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2025-09-0241 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 4 Episode 9 How To Foster Creativity with Rob NovellSend us a textThis week’s episode of the Charles Novell School of Music’s podcast, “The Best Day Yet” is dealing with the topic of creativity. “Creativity” is “the use of imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of artistic works”. It’s vitally important for us to learn to foster creativity in our music, our writing, our programs, our product, our promotion. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2025-08-2639 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 4 Episode 8 Setting Musical Goals with Host Rob NovellSend us a textSetting clear, achievable goals, and being faithful to work towards them, we can unlock our full potential and reach every dream we set in front of us. Today's episode visits 4 areas of Goal Setting within our Music. Personal Growth, Skill Development, Ministry Outlets, and Career Acheivment. We have a responsibility to do what we do unto the Lord with excellence. Setting Goals in this area can help us achieve this.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visi...
2025-08-1944 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 4 Episode 7 You Can't Change The Rules with Host Rob NovellSend us a textA shout out to the Savannah Bananas Baseball Team in this episode. They play by their own set of rules. In the process of trusting God through the ups and downs of life we can't simply change the rules in the middle of the game. His will for our life is already set and running. We must trust His process while we measure His progress.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2025-08-1238 minCNS Best Day YetSpecial New Season Relaunch Episode... CNS25 Recap with Rob NovellSend us a textAfter being sidelined for a bit CNS Best Day Yet Podcast is back with a "New Season" of podcast episodes kicked off by the special episode release on recapping the Charles Novell School of Music's CNS24 session, "New Season", that took place June 22-28 at Bethel University in McKenzie, TN.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
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Behind the Music PodcastEpisode 6: Rob NovellToday's guest for Episode 6 of Behind the Music Podcast is Rob Novell! Rob is the son of Dr. Charles Novell and is the Director of the Charles Novell School of Music! Rob grew up in this music school attending classes and learning from the great faculty and instructors in the school's rich history. Rob is an accomplished musician and studio producer. He traveled with & played bass guitar for Perfect Heart and has played with Triumphant Quartet and the Nelons. Rob is currently involved in a solo ministry and ministers through song and speaking. Rob owns Counterpoint Recording Productions and Count...
2024-12-0240 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 3 Episode 10 Trusting the Lord with Rob NovellSend us a textProverbs 3:5-6 makes a great scripture to print on a t-shirt but a hard scripture to wear on our chest. Do we truly trust God? Through the good times and the bad are we leaning into Him and trusting Him to get us through our situations? This episode helps us measure the progress while going through the process!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-11-1932 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 3 Episode 8 First Things First with Host Rob NovellSend us a textDo you remember the feeling when you first started playing or singing?If it's like me, the memories are very special. Is the feeling the same todayas back then? If not it may be you need to getting back to that feeling, that first feeling, and make the first things first again in your music.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-10-2931 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 3 Episode 5 Piano Improvisation Made Easy with Rob NovellSend us a textIt's really simple to start learning to change things up with your playing withsimple approaches using techniques that you already know. In today's episodeRob shows us just how simple it is to apply Improv to your playing.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-10-0835 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 3 Episode 3 Honoring Jeff SticeSend us a textJeff Stice was on the staff of the Charles Novell School of Music for 40 years. He was a big part of the CNS family, and the Novell family. Jeff gets inducted into the SGMA Hall of Fame on Tuesday September 24, 2024. Durning CNS24 we honored Jeff each day of the school. Each memeber of our piano staff played a Jeff arrangement during an evening concert and on Friday we spent some time reflecting on Jeff in a live session in front of our students. Today's episode comes from that live session. Jeff was loved and he...
2024-09-2451 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 3 Episode 2 Songwriting Tips & Suggestions with Rob NovellSend us a textSongwriters are amongst the most creatives in the field of music. Thereare times though that we need to think out of the box to find new creativity.This episode draws inspiration from a unique place... social media marketing. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-09-1739 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 3 Episode 1 CNS News and Announcements with Rob NovellSend us a textCNS finds itself in a "New Season". CNS Director, Rob Novell, talks in thisepisode about exciting upcoming events for the Charles Novell School ofMusic, along with a recap of CNS24 that took place in July of 2024 at Murray State University in Murray, KY. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-09-1230 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 34 Meet CNS Staff Member Billy BlackwoodSend us a textWhen you think of Gospel Music you have to think of the name Blackwood. The paths that have been carved and pathed over the years in Gospel Music are because of the Blackwood Family. Billy Blackwood is the son of Legendary Gospel Music Hall of Fame Member James Blackwood. Billy has been a life longfriend to the Novell family and to the Charles Novell School of Music. Hear from Billy his involvement in the Charles Novell School of Music and what a session of attendance can do for you, your music, and...
2024-05-0828 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 32 Practice and Preparation with Rob NovellSend us a textPractice is a word none of us want to hear. We spent our time hearing ourteachers tell us to practice... some of us now tell our students to practice. If we play like we practice, we practice like we prepare. This episode offers tips and tricks to help us make the most of our practice sessions. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-04-1629 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 30 Maximizing Your Potential with Rob NovellSend us a textGod has equipped us all with unique gifts and has given us everything we need to be effective in what we do. However, to truly be effective we must maximize our potential. This episodes gives you tips and insight in how to do just that, maximize your potential.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-03-2638 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 29 CNS from the views of our Students!Send us a textCNS has been making a difference in the lives, music, and ministries of people for over 60 years. There's nothing like a CNS experience. Today's episode letsyou hear first hand from 5 of our students the impact that the Charles Novell School of Music has had on them. Join host Rob Novell, along with students, Hannah Roberts, Neil Pope, Jim Visser, Lindsey Freeman, and Dave Burdick.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cns...
2024-03-1956 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 28 Succeeding To Fail with Host Rob NovellSend us a textThe path to success goes through failure. It's not how many times you fail it'sabout how you move past failure. Don't allow distractions to get in the way ofyour dream that God has given you. Dream, Fail, Dream Again and Succeed!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-03-1239 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 25 Developing Skills Part 2 with Host Rob NovellSend us a textLast week's episode dealt with Developing New Skills. This Episode is a continuation on the topic of Skill Development but focusses in on Developing the Skills you currently have.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-02-2036 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 24 Developing New Skills with Host Rob NovellSend us a textWant to learn something new? Do you want to add the piano or guitar to your liveperformance? Do you want to try your hand at songwriting? YOU CAN DO IT!! This episode gives you some thoughts and insights that can set you on a journey of developing something new and help you achieve those goals.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-02-1335 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 23 How To Get Motivated with Host Rob NovellSend us a textFeeling a lack of motivation to move forward into what God needs you to do?Tired, exhausted, approaching burn out? We can all find ourselves there. Today's episode will offer 7 tips to help you with motivation in those times when you don't have it... but need to find it.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-02-0637 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 22 Understanding Technique with CNS Staff Member Dana SimpsonSend us a textWe are blessed at CNS to have an amazing Piano Department covered by highly qualified staff members. Dana Simpson is one of those individuals. Dana is anaccomplished player and vocalist as well as a sought after private instructor. Danashare with us today the importance of technique in our playing. We also get into the memorization end of our music along with the fear of playing or performing. This isa great episode for piano players but all this information can be applied vocally as well.For more...
2024-01-3044 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 21 Understanding Practice with Host Rob NovellSend us a textPractice can be the most overlooked thing in what we do. I don't care if you are a singer,a musician, or a songwriter, practice is what bridges the gap from willingness to achievement in your efforts. Understanding Practice, and the importance of it, will help you reach new levels and allow your music and ministry to soar.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-01-2337 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 20 Waiting on God with Rob NovellSend us a textWe spend time every single day waiting on things. Waiting on the mail to arrive. Waiting on a phone call. Waiting in line at the grocery store. But what does it meanto wait on God? How can changing our view on waiting on God change our 2024, our music, and our ministry? Today's episode deals with just that.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-01-1630 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 19 Basic Piano Improvisation 101 with Rob NovellSend us a textIt's 2024... a new year!! I've heard "More in 24", "No More in 24", but I've latched onto "New Doors in 24". Let's start doing new things in our music and ministry in 2024. Today's episode is a basic approach to Piano Improvisation that can get you doing just that... more creativity in your playing in 24. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2024-01-0936 minCNS Best Day YetSeason2 Episode 18 SMART Goals for 2024 with Rob NovellSend us a textHappy New Year!! It's January and with that comes our time of year to set those resolutions and goals for the upcoming year. Over half of people's resolutions and goals are broken and put aside by mid January. This often happens from our thought process towards these goals. Using the SMART model I believe we can make our goals that we set more achievable and obtainable for 2024. It's time to make it to those goals in our lives, our music, and our ministries.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events...
2024-01-0237 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 17 A CNS ChristmasSend us a textMerry Christmas. Today's episode is different. We are sharing Christmas music fromsome of our CNS Staff. We hope you've had a great Christmas Season celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior. He truly is the reason for the season.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-12-2634 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 16 Fundamentally Reaching Your Goals with Rob NovellSend us a textWe set things aside in our music and ministries as things we want to achieve. We callthese goals. It's important to understand the fundamentals of what we do and moreimportant is to understand the fundamentals of what we have been called to do. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-12-1938 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 15 Prioritizing our Effort with Host Rob NovellSend us a textWe all have found ourselves sitting, waiting, on God to open a door in our lives, our music, or our ministry. Has our effort in the meantime done enough to cause Himto open those doors? Idle Thoughts verses Determined Thoughts can help us walkthrough those doors when He decides to open them and lead us to our dreams becoming reality.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-12-1232 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 14 A Rut Perspective with Rob NovellSend us a textWe can all find ourselves in a place where we feel like we are stuck, not moving forward, or simply in a rut. Changing our perspective on things and change our placement in things. This episode deals with things that can help us look at things through a more positive lens and find more success in doing what we are called to do.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-12-0534 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 13 Your Thoughts Can Control YouSend us a textOur thoughts can control who we are, how we respond to situations, and how we react to life on a daily basis. There is a big difference between positive and negative thinking.Being aware of the traits that lead to thinking negatively can help lead us to more positive thinking. Unless you take control of your thoughts, your thoughts will take control of you.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.c...
2023-11-2835 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 12 Thankful for our CNS StaffSend us a textHappy Thanksgiving. There's so much to be thankful for this season. Getting ready for Thanksgiving Day has had me reflecting on things I'm thankful for. One of those blessings in my life is the Staff at the Charles Novell School of Music. God has surrounded us with gifted, anointed, called, and like minded individuals to move the ministry of CNS forward towards where God needs us to go. Today's episode honors them and reflects on a few of those individuals.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order...
2023-11-2133 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 11 CNS Scholarship Information with Rob NovellSend us a textCNS is a life changing experience. We want to allow as many people as possible to experience that. We have had people come along beside us that have generously offered to sow into our students through donating to our scholarship funds. This episode explains the various scholarships that we offer through CNS and gives instruction on how to apply at www.cnsmusic.comFor more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-11-1425 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 10 Significance of Relationships with Mary Anne Oglesby SutherlySend us a textOur guest on this episode is Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly of the Veranda Ministries in Nashville, TN. The Veranda is a program to help people living with Dementia. Music isa vital part of the program and activities with the clients at the Veranda. We highlighta special event coming up for the Veranda and Mary Anne talks on the importance of relationships in our lives, careers, and ministries.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Ser...
2023-11-0737 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 9 CNS Regional Session and Practice Tips with Rob NovellSend us a textCNS offers Weekend Regional Sessions at different times through the year at various States and Locations. October 27-28 CNS was in Cincinnati, Ohio. Rob talks a little about this past session and previews the next CNS Regional Session in Central Florida in February of 2024. Coming off the CNS Cincinnati Regional Rob recaps a session that was taught on Practice. We don't have to practice... We get to practice!!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at w...
2023-10-3132 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 8 Songwriting Process and Tips with Rob NovellSend us a textGod speaks to us so He can speak through us. The best songs comes from personal experience. You should write to honor what God has done in your life and to showothers what He can do in their lives. This episode talks about the songwriting processand offers 12 tips that can help you out on your songwriting journey wether you area beginner, intermediate, or an advanced writer.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Tea...
2023-10-2437 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 7 Paul, Barnabas, & Timothy relationships in your life with Dr. Jon GrovesSend us a textHaving these 3 relationships in your life, your music, and your ministry are a secret for success if you are open and can listen and receive. If your attitude is right... the results will be right. Dr. Jon Groves joins us today for his approach on this topic. Jon is a Pastor, sought after speaker, Evangelist, friend and staff member at the Charles Novell School of Music. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmu...
2023-10-1739 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 6 Being The Best That We Can Be For GodSend us a textGod gave us His best... period. It's only fitting that we do the same back unto Him. Join host Rob Novell in today's episode to find out how we can be the best that we can be for God in our lives, music, and ministry.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-10-1033 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 5 The Best Day Yet Live from CNS23 with Scott GodseySend us a textThis episode is another live session taken from CNS23 at Murray State University in July of 2023. Today's guest is Scott Godsey, one of the most creative minds in GospelMusic, that we were honored to have in attendance to speak into our students lives at CNS23. Scott's visionary and creative mind have impacted Gospel Music in incredibleways over the past, recent 4 or 5 years, but everything Scott has set out to do over his career has been done from a level of excellence that has established him as Rob says to be...
2023-10-0350 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 4 NQC23 Preview with Host Rob NovellSend us a textThe National Quartet Convention is a special place and time of year. Settled in the middle of the Smokey Mountains in Pigeon Forge, TN September 24-30 you will find the largest Southern Gospel Event of the year. A great week of fun, fellowship, and great music. Lots of things happening with and for CNS at NQC23. In today's episode you will hear Rob Novell explain the exciting things God has waiting for CNS at NQC23.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from...
2023-09-2637 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 3 "Celebrating the American Songbook with James Rainey and Shannon NewmanSend us a textMusic is a powerful gift and tool in reaching people. James Rainey is one of the premiere pianists in Gospel Music. James is releasing a new project called "Celebrating the American Songbook" produced by Shannon Newman. This project is filled withsome of the great songs that have been the soundtrack of American culture over thepast several decades. In this episode hear the concept and inspiration behind this project from the artist and the producer. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study materi...
2023-09-1939 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 2 God's Timing, Connections, and Social Media Importance with Devin RamonSend us a textGod's Timing is simply the best approach to any successful endeavor. If we try toorchestrate the Conductor's plans we only get in the way. Trust God and His timing.In this episode you will hear that story as Social Media Coach and Professional Photographer Devin Ramon and the Charles Novell School of Music were introduced.Lots of Social Media Tips on this episode as well. God can further your ministry through the use of good Social Media planning and content control.For more information on CNS and our...
2023-09-1239 minCNS Best Day YetSeason 2 Episode 1 What, How and Why with Host Rob NovellSend us a textThis is the beginning of Season 2 of the Charles Novell School of Music Podcast, "The Best Day Yet". Join host Rob Novell as he dives into the these three principles of yourmusic and ministry, the What, How and Why to doing what we do.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-09-0529 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 57 Special Episode with Barbara Novell honoring Charles NovellSend us a textWe celebrate 2 big dates today. 1) Today would've been Charles Novell's 81st Birthday. 2) The CNS Best Day Yet Podcast celebrates the end of it's first year with this episode.So Happy Birthday Charles and Happy Anniversary CNS Best Day Yet Podcast. Join host Rob Novell along with his mother Barbara Novell as they talk and reflect on Dr. Charles R. Novell. You'll hear memories, stories, and even music of Charles Novell.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Se...
2023-08-3137 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 56 Intentional Surrender with Billy Blackwood from CNS23.Send us a textWhat could God give us if we made room for Him by giving Him everything?We get so busy in the rat race of the work end of ministry that we forget weare to sit at his feet and listen to Him speak. This was taken from a DevotionSession at CNS23 with Billy Blackwood. Billy's talent and reputation are great.But his heart and openness to the leading of the Holy Spirit are what allows himto stand out in the middle of life's chaos. F...
2023-08-2931 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 55 The Best Day Yet Live CNS23 with Jonathan WilburnSend us a textThere have been great people and then great singers in Gospel Music through the years. Jonathan Wilburn checks both of those boxes. Jonathan has had a long successful career in Gospel Music. From his family's ministry, The Wilburns, to a12 year run with Gold City, to his current solo ministry, Jonathan has been blessingfolks for over 40 years. However the platform is not his focus. His focus is singingone more song to tell one more person about the Gospel of Jesus Christ.For more information on CNS and ou...
2023-08-2240 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 54 God Has A Plan With Adam and Barbara WallaceSend us a textGod has a plan for each and every one of our lives. Adam Wallace is a longtimeCNS student. Adam is an inspiration to my life. Adam's story is one of inspiration.No matter what your faced with remember that God's word contains promises thatif we speak them over our lives we can connect them to the plan that He has for us.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www...
2023-08-1538 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 53 The Best Day Yet Live CNS23 with Dave ClarkSend us a textWhen you think of Songwriters in Christian Music you have to think of this name. Dave was just honored by BMI for having Number 1 songs in 5 consecutive decades. Larnelle Harris, 4 Him, Phillips Craig and Dean, Karen Peck and New River to Joseph Habedank have all recorded Dave Clark songs. Dave is thankful for that but that's not the thingthat drives his writing. Dave wants to simply share the story. The story of what a greatbig God that we serve and what He can do in people's lives.For...
2023-08-0851 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 52 The Best Day Yet Live CNS23 with Danny Funderburk and Michael BoothSend us a textThis episode come from a session at CNS23 recorded live in front of the student body.Danny Funderburk and Michael Booth are two of the best singers to ever sing in Gospel Music. Hear their take on influences in their lives and music. Hear their most impactful moments in their careers. But most importantly hear their hearts for ministry and theirmotives for doing what they are called to do.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Tea...
2023-08-0152 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 51 CNS23 "Then 2 Now" Recap with Director Rob NovellSend us a textCNS is a one of a kind experience. If you have every wondered what it is like to attend a CNS today's episode will help you see what a week at CNS is like. CNS23"Then 2 Now" just concluded July 22 at Murray State University in Murray, KY.CNS Director Rob Novell talks about the week, the students, the staff, the guests,and the artists that made it the successful week that it was.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and...
2023-07-2537 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 50 Don't Quit with Host Rob NovellSend us a textGod has a purpose for you, your life and your ministry. He has called you and there's no reason to stop or quit in the middle of what He's called you to do. We put a littlescripture to today's topic and challenge ourselves to push through the tests, the trials, and the storms being willing and obedient to the Master.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-07-1821 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 49 Who Do You Represent?Send us a textWhen you are in Ministry you are in Leadership. How you carry yourself andhandle situations reflects on you and your call. There are many different levelsas to who I represent but ultimately we represent God and should carry ourselvesin a manner that would be pleasing to Him.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-07-1128 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 48 It's Your Independence Day with Rob NovellSend us a textJuly the 4th... the day American celebrates it's Independence. Today's episodeis a follow up from a podcast episode a few weeks back where we are focusingon being ourselves and who God created us to be. Be yourself... everyone elseis already taken. Let's focus on this day, and make it our Independence Day!!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-07-0428 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 47 Do It Again, Play It Again, Sing It Again with Rob NovellSend us a textDo It Again, Play It Again, Sing It Again, Try It Again, Rehearse It Again, Write ItAgain, Repeat It Again. Again..... is Practice. More tips and tricks to make yourPractice Session change from, " I Have To Do It" to " I Get To Do It"!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-06-2730 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 46 Just Be Yourself with host Rob NovellSend us a textKnowing who you are and who God created you to be is the first step in beingyourself. It's dangerous to play the comparison game. God made that personand God made you! Stop trying to be them and simply DO YOU!! After all the copy isn't as valuable as the original.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-06-2035 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 45 Obedient to the Call with Danny FunderburkSend us a textGod gives us gifts and makes way for us to use them to glorify Him. Danny Funderburk has a great gift. Danny has traveled and used his gift on some of the largest platforms that Gospel Music has to offer. He explains in this episode that agift is one thing but the true prize is being obedient to the call that God places onyour life.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us...
2023-06-1335 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 44 What to expect at CNS23 with Rob NovellSend us a textIn this episode Rob talks all things CNS. You'll hear what CNS is all about, whatyou can expect to experience and Rob introduces the entire staff that will be apart of CNS23 July 16 -22 at Murray State University in Murray, KY. These gifted and anointed teachers will change the path of your life, your music, and your ministry. Visit www.cnsmusic.com for more information or to register to be a part of CNS23.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study mat...
2023-06-0638 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 43 Songwriting, Let's Talk Number One Hits with Rob NovellSend us a textWhat is your focus on writing songs? Are you trying to write great songs or are youtrying to write the next number one hit? In today's episode you will learn fresh newapproaches to your writing to help you be the best songwriter that you can be.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-05-3040 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 42 Influence, Waves, and Corn with host Rob NovellSend us a textThere are those times in life that we have people speak into our lives to influence us. There are those times we need to be that person speaking influence into others.There are times in life we need to sit, watch, and listen to the waves. And thereare those times in life where we must plant what we want to grow. That all makes no sense... listen to find out why.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our...
2023-05-2335 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 41 Striving for Excellence with CNS Staff Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly, Shannon Newman and Rob NovellSend us a textColossians 3:26 say whatsoever we do, do it unto the Lord with Excellence, and not unto man. CNS believes that an effective ministry is a polished ministry. This episodedeals with being the best we can be with our ministry and putting attention to finedetails to help us remove the distractions that may stand between our delivery andthe hearts of our audience.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cn...
2023-05-1644 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 40 Let's Build 850 in 30 minutes with Rob NovellSend us a textMusic Theory allows us to find the shortcuts in music. Theory allows us towork smarter not harder. Using simple and practical approaches to chordbuilding you will learn how to build a potential 850 chords in this 30 minuteepisode.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-05-0937 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 39 The Visual Purpose of Your Music with Paul SecordSend us a textPaul Secord is a creative and ministry mentor known in Christian Music as the Gospel Road Coach. He is also President of Godsey Media Management in Nashville, TN.Paul's knowledge, insight, and experience as an artist makes him valuable to otherartists. His care and compassion for those artists makes him valuable to Ministry and the Kingdom of God. If you are an artist trying to be the best you can be... this episodeis a must listen and repeat kind of episode. Paul would love to help you further and y...
2023-05-0248 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 38 What is CNS with CNS Staff MembersSend us a textHave you thought about attending a CNS event but wasn't quite sure what to expect?Host Rob Novell is joined by CNS Staff Members; Tara Jackson, Tim Owens, Jon Groves, Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly, and Billy Blackwood for an inside discussionon what to expect and experience attending a Charles Novell School of Music.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-04-2547 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 37 Photography, Social Media & Your Ministry with Guest Devin RamonSend us a textDevin Ramon joins us as a special guest talking about the importance of having quality photos as a artist, how to use those photos, and how to master social media as a artist. Devin is a gifted individual and has worked with Justified Qt, Divinity Trio, Hyssongs, and The Ball Brothers.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-04-1840 minCNS Best Day YetRevisit ConfidenceSend us a textThe biggest enemy to our performance is our confidence. We revisit this topic today and find ways we can continue to build our confidence in our music and our ministry.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-04-1230 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 35 Benefits of Music Theory with Rob NovellSend us a textMusic Theory may be the most misunderstood area when it comes to musical development. Music Theory is the rules and fundamentals of Music... YES... butyou are not limited or restricted to just that element. Music Theory is the building blocks to your music to allow you to build off your creativity to take your music wherever you want it to go.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-04-0429 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 34 Songwriting with Rob NovellSend us a textSongwriting is as much a craft as singing or playing an instrument. What youget out of something depends on what you put in to it. This episode is for beginning songwriters, advanced songwriters and those songwriters who areyet to write their first song. It all starts with the song!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-03-2731 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 33 Stage Presence with Rob NovellSend us a textStage Presence refers to the certain charm and things a performer does on stage that draws the audience in and allows you to connect with each listener. Once you haveconnected the listener you can connect the message of your songs to their hearts.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-03-2132 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 32 Effective Practice Sessions with Rob NovellSend us a textPractice is a vital part to the success of anyone's musical journey. What we getout of our music is simply what we put in to our music. This episode offers 10suggestions that can help you make your practice sessions more effective.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-03-1435 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 31 Practice Tips with Rob NovellSend us a textI've heard it said, "you play like you practice"! I bought into that thinking years ago and added, "you practice like you prepare"! We must practice our craft if we wantto go anywhere besides here where we are now. This episode offerings some simple tips that will help you get the most out of your practice session.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-03-0734 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 30 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone with Rob NovellSend us a textDo you ever doubt yourself? Question your ability to succeed? Those are not your own thoughts. Those are lies from the enemy who already knows of the plans God has for your life when you step out. The first result of Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone is your faith will begin to increase. Take that step and Trust Him!!!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-02-2832 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 29 Why Am I Here? with Rob NovellSend us a textWe often don't know and understand why we find ourselves in seasons or situations in life and in our ministry. We are often left asking the question..."Why Am I Here? In today's episode we get direction on the answer to that question. Simple things we need to be doing in order to fulfill our purpose in furthering God's Kingdom.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-02-2135 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 28 Do Something Different with Keith BarkleyIf you want to do something different with your ministry then Do Something Different. You can't expect different results with the same approach.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-02-1434 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 27 The 3 Cons of Opportunity with Rob NovellSend us a textSome are waiting on Opportunity to come to them. Some miss out on Opportunitybecause they are to focussed on the current surroundings and situations. The 3 Cons of Opportunity help you navigate through today to help you see what God has in store tomorrow.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-02-0828 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 26 Final Episode on Goals and CNS 23 with Rob NovellSend us a textWe've been talking Goals the entire month of January. The importance of settingthem and the significance of them. In today's episode we share the final thoughton Goals for your 2023.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-01-3127 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 25 Goals and CNS 23 North Carolina Regional SessionSend us a textToday's episode continues our January talk on Goals. We are joined by CNS Staff Member, Tara Jackson and we also have a special announcement about the upcoming CNS23 Weekend Regional Session taking place March 17-18, 2023 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-01-2427 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 24 Goals to Set This Year with Host, Rob NovellSend us a textIt's January and we've been talking Goals. We've explained why we need them. How to set them and how to achieve them. In this episode we give you specific goals thatyou can set to make 2023 your best year in your music and ministry.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-01-1726 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 23 How To Reach Our Goals with Host, Rob NovellSend us a textThe experts say that goal setting is the act of selecting a target or objective your wish to achieve. I believe that is true but also believe there is a much more useful way to think about setting our goals. In today's episode we talk about "How To Reach Our Goals". It's one thing to dream it.... it's another to live it.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-01-1035 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 22 Setting Goals with Host, Rob NovellSend us a textGoal are important in our lives and in our music. They provide direction, long term vision and short term motivation. Goals build self confidence by helping you grow as an individual. Today's episode share 5 ways to help goal setting make this your best year yet!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2023-01-0422 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 21 How To Be More Confident with Host, Rob NovellSend us a textLearning how to be more confident can have a wide range of positive effects on your life, your discipleship, your music and your ministry. In this episode we break down the difference between Confident People and Insecure People and help you withtips and suggestions on how to gain more Self-Confidence in your life.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-12-2730 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 20 How to Toot Your Own Horn Without Blowing It with CNS Staff PanelSend us a textThis episode was taken from a CNS Staff Retreat we did in Gatlinburg, TN inMay of 2021. There's a thin line between pushing yourself and being pushy.This episode helps you walk that line of self promotion and gives you tips onhow to handle situations that can be uncomfortable. Join in with Jon Groves,Billy Blackwood, Shannon Newman and Jeff Stice to get some inside tips.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Se...
2022-12-2032 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 19 Finding Your Voice with Tara JacksonSend us a textThis episode was taken from our CNS21 Online Experience. Tara Jacksonhas been on staff at the Charles Novell School of Music for the past 8 yearsand brings so much to the table with her insight and teaching on the voice,ministry and personal development. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-12-1322 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 18 The Perfect Gift with Rob NovellSend us a textTis the Season.... we are all busy, busy, busy with events, decorations, parties and shopping with Christmas coming up. We are all in search of that "Perfect Gift" forthose on our lists. What is the "Perfect Gift"? Take a break from the business and listen to today's episode to find out.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-12-0627 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 17 Thankful and Ready with Rob NovellSend us a textFollowing Thanksgiving week Rob Novell shares on the topic of being Thankful anddoes some vision casting for CNS and where God is leading the Charles NovellSchool of Music. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-11-2928 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 16 The Power of Music with CNS Staff Member Jim QualesSend us a textMusic truly is a Universal Language. Nothing bridges the gap of time, distanceand culture quite like Music. CNS Staff member Jim Quales joins us on thisepisode to talk on the Power of Music. Jim's unique call and ministry allows himto see this Power of Music on a daily basis. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-11-2227 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 15 Worship ....The Heart of Intimacy with a CNS Staff PanelSend us a textThis episode comes from a CNS Staff Retreat we did in May of 2021. We spent timehanging out as a team and did some recording for future use. We got into a discussionthat wasn't on the agenda and began talking on Worship.."The Heart of Intimacy". Westopped and started again recording the conversation so it could be shared today. Listen in to Billy Blackwood, Tara Jackson, Shannon Newman and Jeff Stice as theyshare from their hearts on the subject of Worship.For more information on C...
2022-11-1528 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 14 Why Music Theory? with Rob NovellSend us a textIn this episode we discuss Why Music Theory! Music Theory lays the foundationthat simply lets us work "Smarter not Harder"! Music Theory allows us to seethe patterns in music that make it more applicable to our practice and performance.The question Why Music Theory? The real question is Why Not Music Theory!For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-11-0828 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 13 Past, Present and Future with Rob NovellSend us a textIf you forget where you came from you'll never get to where you are going. In the simplicity of that statement we find the significance of it's meaning. This episode comes off the heels of the CNS 22 Fall Staff Retreat in Gatlinburg, TN. The weekendallowed us to look back, look around, and look ahead to what God has for us to do.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-11-0125 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 12 Determined to Dream with James Michael RaineySend us a textIn this episode we spend time talking with Piano Man...James Michael Rainey. Jamescame on the staff at CNS in 2022 and we are so thankful that he is part of our team.Following James story you will see the value and worth in being "Determined to Dream". For more information on James visit www.jamesmichaelrainey.comFor more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
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CNS Best Day YetEpisode 11 CNS Vault Classics Vocal Development with Charles NovellSend us a textIn this CNS Vault Classics episode Dr. Charles Novell talks Vocal Development.This episode comes from a session taught at the summer session in 1986. Theinformation given then is still relevant today. Learn how proper placement ofa tone shapes the overall sound. Learn the method of diaphragmatic breathing andsee how it can develop your singing.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-10-2141 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 10 A Pastor’s Prospective to Booking with Jon GrovesSend us a textIn today's episode we cover a unique approach to booking dates. We are lookingat this from the other side of the phone... the Pastor's Prospective. Dr. Jon Groves pastors Victory Baptist in Inverness, FL. He is a staff member at CNS and brings strength to the ministry side of our team. Jon is a gifted, creative speaker, and has so much information to share on this special twist to the conversation on booking dates.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order...
2022-10-1829 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 9 Mistakes Singers Make with Mary Anne Oglesby SutherlySend us a textIn today's episode we are joined by Vocal Coach and CNS Staff Member Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly. We are talking "Mistakes Singers Make" and the importance of knowing your strengths, your weaknesses, your successes and your failures. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-10-1128 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 8 Ability, Attitude, Altitude with Rob NovellSend us a textNQC22 was September 25-October 1 at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN and CNS was there all week with many of our staff and students. Today's episode deals with dreams, calling, and opportunity. Areas of elevation and promotion within our ministry that our level of Altitude can be changed by our Attitude regardless of our Ability. We must keep things in check and realize it has to be more of Him and less of us. For more information on the Charles Novell School of Music visit us at
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CNS Best Day YetEpisode 7 CNS Vault Classics Piano Solos Arranging with Charles Novell Part 2Send us a textThis episode is another release from our CNS Vault Classics and is the continuation of Episode 5 Piano Solos Arranging with Charles Novell. Charles was a incredibly gifted musician, arranger, composer, producer and pianist. He offers great tips on Piano SoloArranging in Episode 5 CNS Vault Classics Piano Solos Arranging Part 2. In our CNS TeachingSeries we have a couple books on Charles Novell that can help pianists further their playingboth on the Improvisational side and on the Printed Music Score side of their music. Contactus at www.cnsm...
2022-09-2928 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 6 Talent vs. Skill with Rob NovellSend us a textThere is a difference between Talent and Skill. Talent is a God given ability to excel in aarea. Skill on the other hand is an ability in which you put your time in efforts into acraft to develop it. Talent is few and far between. Talent will only take you so far and willintersect with Skill along the way. For more information on the Charles Novell School of Music, and our upcoming events, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.For more information on CNS and our up...
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CNS Best Day YetEpisode 5 CNS Vault Classics Piano Solos Arranging with Charles Novell Part 1Send us a textCNS has been helping shape the music of people's lives for over 50 years. CNS Vault Classics is a way for us to bring back to the present great teaching that has happened in the past.Today's episode features Dr. Charles Novell on the subject of Piano Solo Arranging. CharlesNovell was an exceptionally gifted musician, teacher and pianist. Pianists you will get somuch out of this episode helping you learn tips and suggestions on your solo arranging. Thisis Part 1 of a two part series and deals with Intr...
2022-09-2228 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 4 Vocal Warm Ups with Tara JacksonSend us a textCNS Staff Member Tara Jackson joins us in this episode to talk Vocal Warm Upsand offers tips and demonstrations. Tara mentions the CNS Vocal Exercise CDsduring the episode. We have them available for all vocal parts and you can orderby contacting us at www.cnsmusic.com.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-09-2025 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 3 How to Connect to the AudienceSend us a textIn this episode host Rob Novell talks about how important it is to connect with the audience and offers tips that can help you learn how to successfully connect. For more information on the Charles Novell School of Music, our upcoming events, and to connect with us visit us atwww.cnsmusic.com.For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
2022-09-1225 minCNS Best Day YetEpisode 2 Practice and Music Practice TipsSend us a textWe need to change our mindset. It's not "I Have To Practice"! It should be"I Get To Practice". In this episode we share 10 tips that can help you get a practiceroutine and get the most out of that routine. We shouldn't endure what we do.We should enjoy it!! www.cnsmusic.comFor more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
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CNS Best Day YetEpisode 1 Introduction Holy Cow!Send us a textIntroduction to the Charles Novell School of Music new Podcast..."The Best Day Yet"!Host Rob Novell explains who and what the Charles Novell School of Music is, whereCNS came from, and where it is going. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study material and product from our CNS Teaching Series, visit us at www.cnsmusic.com.
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