Do not despise the small beginnings

Something that has really been impressed on me lately is that we should not despise small beginnings. My goal is to be a national touring Christian artist. But I have found that it is not just that easy. There is a WHOLE lot that I have to learn in order to be able to handle that responsibility. God is not going to give me something that I am not ready to handle yet. Things have been gradually moving forward and I have actually been enjoying the journey, not to mention learning so much from not only situations that I am presented, but learning from other musicians around me. So, no matter how "small" the task may seem, I still try to be on top of my game and give it my best, because you never know who God may have lead into that crowd of 2 at a performance. So, I leave you with this tonight... If you are faithful in the small things, God will take care of the big things.

-Levi

Christmas already?

Man, It is really hard to believe that Christmas is NEXT week... This past year has just flown by. I think I am all ready for Christmas. I have all the gifts that I am going to be getting ready to go. The Christmas CD went so much better than first expected. God has really opened up doors for this ministry. The next step I think is to take a break from live gigs and focus on getting some more music ready in time for the summer. Looking forward to the slow down for a couple months. If you have not already gotten a chance to attend one of the Christmas performances there are still two left. This Sunday at Sugar Grove Community Church and next Sunday at Alethia Fellowship and Ministry Center. For more info check out the tour schedule at www.levimonk.com.
Well, I am going to get some sleep.... talk to ya'll later!
-Levi

Something on my mind...

Something has been on my mind as of late. I have been just thinking about God's majesty. Think about it. All day and all night the entire creation is crying out and declares His mighty power. Whenever I look and see a river rushing mightily through the channel carved by it's powerful and constant motion, I think of the power, might of God. And when I look up and see the innumerable stars as they glisten against the backdrop of a deep, moon-lit sky I think about how small in the grand scheme of things that I really am. But yet, the Creator of the universe, the God who carved the valleys and built the majestic mountains, the Alpha and Omega, the One who, with the sound of His voice caused the world to become- loves ME. He, Lord of lords and King of kings, wants to spend time with me. How cool is that? Check this out from Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV, " The Lord your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing." Did you catch that? God loves us so much that He even sings about us. Take that into your day at work tomorrow and I guarantee that you will enjoy the day better. Be on the look out for things that God has blessed you with. Look out for the beauty in the creation around you.... He built this earth for us to live. And to top that all off, He sent Jesus. He sent His one and only Son to die for us so that we could spend an eternity with Him. Yeah, He's that good!
-Levi Monk

Holidays

I really love the holidays. First, because I love the time with family it brings and second.... COOKIES. I love it when Mom gets into the Christmas spirit. :) She and Beth spent all day today baking cookies and a cherry pie. And as "Official" tester of all things home baked, I was compelled to try AT LEAST one of everything. However, you can never be too careful, so I was forced to get a second test in there...
-Levi Monk

Cafe Royal Performance

Just got back from the performance at Cafe Royal and I had a great time. If you are ever in the New Castle area, you should really get over there. It is a really nice coffee shop and their sandwiches are awesome. But, I had a great time and look forward to comimg back!

My next show is scheduled for Monday, November 23rd at the Starbucks in Richmond, Indiana. The music starts at 8pm and goes until 9. Really looking to pack the place out. It is going to be loads of fun, so make sure to bring some friends!

Well, I am going to go and get some stuff done. Hope to see you on Monday!
-Levi

Vacations and such

Well, this week I have been on vacation from my job at the bank and have been using this time to really focus on getting things done with the music ministry. It has been really great to be able to get all my phone calls done and shows booked. If you haven't been past my website lately, check it out. There are a ton of new shows posted to the Blessed tour. God has been so faithful. He has opened up doors and really blessed this entire project. I have sold a little over 100 copies of the CD thus far. Thank you to all that have ordered a CD. God Bless!
-Levi Monk

It is here... now the work begins

Well, the Blessed CD's have made it here and now the real work begins.  I just thought that it was a lot of work to record the CD.  Haha... well, let me tell you... that is only a little part of the whole thing.  Now comes the planning and promotion.  So, here we go!  Oh yeah... and order you a copy at www.levimonk.com
-Levi

So I was told I need to blog/ Sessions Conference

A couple weeks ago, I went to a conference in Nashville, Tennessee about music business.  And it was awesome!  The name of the conference was Sessions and it was put on by Patton House Entertainment.  http://www.sessionsconference.com/.  And if you are at all interested in getting into the music business, I would HIGHLY encourage you to check one out in your area.  They have people who have working in the business for years and know the ropes come in and talk to you about everything from booking, management, record labels, image, branding, etc.  The best thing is they are there and available to answer any questions you have and really make themselves available to talk.

One of the things they were talking about was the importance of having an online presence.  Part of that being a blog that you keep up with and post regularly.  So, I am going to attempt to do this.  I have never really been a blogger, however, I think it really looks like fun!  Maybe one of these days I will attempt a video blog.. you never know. 

Be Blessed!
Levi Monk