fresno freedom fest.

My Church, New Covenant, had it's second annual Freedom Fest last night. It was a really great event. I heard there was over 2500 people in attendance. There was corn dogs, popcorn, ice cream, music, and of course, fireworks! And I mean good fireworks! The energy in the air was so awesome. Everyone there was just so fired up and ready to rock out to some patriotic classics and to celebrate freedom. Pat and the worship team/chior did a excellent job singing those patriotic songs. And the Sound guys did a great job as well. The wind was blowing pretty good several times during the night. Lighting was pretty boring for me. It pretty much was just front lite on. No back lites to bump and play with.

I got the opportunity to design the whole rig. It was a 40' front lighting truss on crank-up towers with the sound rigged to it as well. Plus a 24' x 40' stage for the band and choir. (The stage actually looked small once we had everyone on it.) But next year I say we take it up a couple notches. How about a 40' x 40' self-climbing truss rig. We then could have front and back lights with a flag back drop. Maybe even some moving lights. This event will be a tradition at newcov for many years to come that won't get old. People love fellowship, food, and fireworks! GOD BLESS AMERCIA!!!




(photos taken by WRP)

Pat Callahan's Blog.

New Covenant's website.