Nearly all religions in modern and historic times have used music as a way of bringing together their congregations in a joint celebration of their own particular religious beliefs.  The many branches of the Christian Church are no exception with a widespread variety of religiously based musical styles.

Church or Christian music is also referred to as Praise music or inspirational music. This is a musical style that is written and performed for the purpose of supplementing religious services or for religious based entertainment. Church music is traditionally performed a religious ceremonies such as mass, weddings, funerals or regular services.

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The common thread running through all church music regardless of individual faith. Is a desire to use music in a celebration of worship and in praise of Jesus, God and various other Christian religious figures. Church music has developed from ancient strict Christian formats dating back to St Ambrose, into various modern styles including Gospel, pop and Hip Hop.

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