“Martene Craig has long been a defining force in Christian worship and the arts, and she continues to inspire and motivate through her dynamic teaching ministry. I don’t have words at my command to describe the impact she has made and is making on ‘our world.’ Martene is always on the leading edge of innovation, but her focus is always on the development of the artistic and spiritual gifts of the individual — the child, the youth, or the adult. Many are effectively leading in churches and schools today because of the inspired ministry of E. Martene Craig.”
O.D Hall Jr., Composer/Arranger; Director of MUSICalifornia, Mission Hills, CA
email: odhalljr@aol.com
“Her energy level is like an atomic explosion . . . anything Martene does with music comes off like pure magic. Her groups sparkle with disciplined musicianship which is an outstanding credit to her capability as a director.”
Paul Johnson, Composer/Arranger, Seattle, WA
email: pj2mail@aol.com
“I’ve yet to unravel the mystery of how God packed so much experience, enthusiasm, energy, and encouragement into one small woman. Just one taste of this amazing woman’s bounty of experience with reaching people through the arts and I guarantee you’ll order everything on the menu!”
Susan Lenzkes, Author/Lecturer, San Diego, CA
email: slenzkes@earthlink.net
“Her commitment to excellence, belief in the individual, and professionalism are evident in every project with which she affiliates. She is one of the few who can see the big picture, but never lose sight of any of the details. If you’re looking for the highest performance standards, call Martene.”
H.H. Hanson, Producer, AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl (Fourth of July Fireworks Show), Pasadena, CA
“The program arrangements were excellent and very professional. Your use of many art modes was very fresh and delightful. Many people were so impressed by your spirit that they came to see you several times. This speaks well of your ability.”
David Chu, Executive Director, Youth For Christ, Hong Kong
“I attended one of her seminars at the Christian Artists’ Seminar in Estes Park [Colorado]. The material she presented was diverse and practical. Carrying a stack of her handouts, I left the conference knowing I’d found a dynamic clinician who had a passion to impact lives and ministries.”
Susan Zartman, Administrator of the Music Department, Concert Series, and Hosanna! at Grace Brethren Church, Columbus, OH
“I love you [Martene] for your love for the ministry and for your infectiousness. It rubs off on all of us. More than likely I would not have written “‘Specially for Shepherds” had it not been for your insistence. It is just ink on paper until you and your choirs, soloists, and instrumentalists put it all together and make it come alive. I thank you for all you mean to us.”
Ralph Carmichael, Composer/Arranger, Woodland Hills, CA
