Singer Songwriter, Folk, Christian, Messianic, Americana.
I love to lead worship and currently work with 4 different ministries.
When asked to give a concert, I play my own music and a few cover tunes.
At Christian Events, when an event manager asks me to, I will share personal stories of God working in my life.
Can play, 'background' music when needed.
Two of my songs gained airplay on Mid-west Radio Stations. 2 have been used in commercials.
One song has been used at several churches. These songs are CCLI recognized.
I have worked with Jim Ryser and Gold-Record Producer, Michael Clark, Troye Kinnett, (Mellancamp), Steve Dokken,(Sandi Patty, Steve Camp).
1 review
Steve C.
July 4, 2018Dale was so fantastic at or funeral service for my wife’s mother. The service was complete with his musical gifts.
Many great comments from those attending.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Dale Sechrest
Thank you for the kind review. So glad you were blessed by the music. Thank you for the opportunity to serve.
Price range: $250.00 for solo. $500 and up for band.
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 120 minutes
I play guitar and sing, sometimes use a harmonica.
When I give a 'Concert' I play mostly my songs with one or two cover songs.
When I am asked to play at a Christian event, or, retreat, I usually play Contemporary with a mix of a few hymns.
When I am asked to play and share my own testimonies, or, life experiences of what God has done in my life, again, I usually give background to my songs, play a few cover songs that people would recognize and share how God brought me through the dark times of losing a spouse, going through a divorce with children, playing on a sidewalk and the people you meet, the process of being a musician.
Singer Songwriter/ Folk / Christian / Messianic / Americana
My journey with music has enabled me to meet a lot of great people - From being an extra in the movie, 'Breaking Away'; to playing a song for Jim Nabors; having a chat with with the 'real' Batman: Adam West on a tv set; playing music on the sidewalks, bars, dinner cruises, television, radio, my music has allowed me many wonderful opportunities.
My first CD was 'Speed of Light', of which the title track was played on many radio stations on full rotation.
My second CD was all acoustic. 'Worship' came about after a couple of people from church asked me to record some music that may assist them in their prayer time. A very simple recording with very personal songs.
In 2015 I recorded 'The Journey' with producer Michael Clark and musicians; Troye Kinnett (Mellancamp), Steve Dokken (Sandi Patty). 'It's All About Love' and 'With All My Heart', has been heard on radio stations. 'It's All About Love', has also been used for a radio spot for New Song Mission, a refuge for modern-day orphans and the fatherless in Indiana. 'With all my Heart' is a theme song for Charlotte Diocese 2021 Annual Appeal; the Christian Ministry, 'Art of Invitation'. It's also being used in numerous churches.
In 2017, I started working with a Rabbi, who prompted me to do a solo recording of several Hebraic songs, so 'Judah' was recorded. As a follow-up, 'Chesed' was released in 2021.
As of mid 2018 I am connected with half dozen ministries and churches and still do occasional fund-raisers, concerts. I'm also available for seminars, events and continually fill in as a 'Guest Worship Leader' at various churches.
I am able to give Solo performances, or, with a full band.
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Need to know if the gig is for a solo, duo, or, full band.
For solo gigs:
If you have your own sound equipment and PA, please let me know.
One vocal mic, one chair, or, stool.
Monitor. Small table nearby, for water, coffee, harp, etc...
Music stand.
Duo - just double the solo info.
For Band gigs:
Again, do you have your own sound equipment and PA?
At least 3 mics/stands. monitors for four musicians, music stands,
Water.
More info upon booking.
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:00pm
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Bloomington, IN
A typical Christian event set list (whether with band or solo), looks like:
House of the Lord
Great Things
Everlasting God
Evidence
This is Amazing Grace
Faithful Now
Same God
How Great is Our God
Goodness of God
Good Good Father
The Blessing
Our God Reigns
It's All About Love
With All My Heart (Love God, Love Your Neighbor)
Great is Thy Faithfulness
I'll Fly Away
I Saw the Light
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My last set list, from a Men's Retreat, the host had asked for a variety of songs. It was a solo gig with no band. I included the following songs:
Heart of Gold - (Neil Young)
Tangled up in Blue (Bob Dylan)
Dream #19 - (From my CD, Speed of Light)
Unchain My Heart - (Ray Charles, Joe Cocker) (From my CD, Speed of Light)
Give a Little Bit (Supertramp)
The Mountain -(new song I've written)
Cats in the Cradle - (Harry Chapin)
Best of Friends - (From my CD, Speed of Light)
City of New Orleans - (Arlo Guthrie)
Like a Rolling Stone (Bob Dylan)
Spirit in the Sky (Greenbaum)
Free Falling (Tom Petty)
New Orleans - (From my CD, Speed of Light)
Things Have Changed (Bob Dylan)
Speed of Light - (From my CD, Speed of Light) (received radio play)
As Blue as Blues Can Get (Delbert McClinton)
Greenriver (John Prine)
It's All About Love - (Song I've written and was used for radio commercial)
Bob Dylan, Harry Chapin, Paul Baloche, Chris Tomlin, Michael W. Smith, Moody Blues, John Denver.
A PA for guitar and mic. One vocal mic. A double acoustic guitar stand would be nice, otherwise, two acoustic guitar stands.
Monitors
Music Stand
Equipment needs increase if the full band, or, duo is requested. If you don't have the sound system, or, equipment, please advise.
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