Wanna Tour? - February 10, 2011
Wanna tour next year? This year I am working with Break Forth Ministries (www.breakforthministries.com) to launch a program called “Artists in Mission”. We are looking for ADMINISTRATIVE individuals and MUSICIANS to come and tour with us on the road and minister at schools, churches, and conferences. If you know of someone who would be great at this…or if you are interested yourself click here to get information about the program as well as get application forms. The deadline for applications is April 15th so make sure to send it in as soon as possible. This is going to be an awesome opportunity for you to be stretched and grow in your faith while being able to do touring music ministry and having an impact in people’s lives across Canada. At the end of the program you will receive an Artists in Mission Music Ministry Certificate. I’ve listed some of the most common questions below.
One of the questions I’ve been asked a lot is what type of people are you looking for?
Well, we aren’t just looking for musicians…we are also looking for people that would be willing to come and do administration and help keep us organized….with a van full of musicians that is a big…and hugely important task. We are of course, also looking for musicians, sound and lighting people. We are looking for people with a willingness to serve God, who are talented and hard workers, with a passion for helping people.
You may wonder how is this different for a one-year bible school certificate.
Well, you still will get biblical training and musical training…we will bring in people to make sure that you are equipped like bible school. The thing that is a bonus is that instead of just learning about ministry…you are doing ministry. It is very hands on and interactive. You will not only stretch and grow from intellectual perspective but also from a musical perspective as well.
If you’re interested you probably want to know how long the program runs.
Well, it goes from September to December and February to May.
So what kind of music do you get to play?
We will do a combination of performance and worship songs. Click on the icon to the right of this blog that says “Listen to Linnea” to get a feel for some of the songs that we will be playing. There will also be other material as well…worship music…and some covers as well.
Another question I get is…are there fundraising requirements? And how does that work?
Yes, all fundraising would go through Break Forth Ministries so people can get a tax receipt. If you have any questions about details…let us know and we will try to answer them as best as we can.
Still interested? Click Here to find out more. You can also email me if you have questions at linnea@breakforthministries.com or just click onto the contact tab on the website.
Way to Excited!!!
Linnea
Fusion Music - January 31, 2011
So you thought all I do is sing…nope. Just thought I would let you all know that I also teach music lessons…yah!! So if you are looking for a voice or piano teacher in the Edmonton area check out Fusion Music (http://www.facebook.com/FusionMusicInc) and you can book some music lessons with your truly. Anywho…that’s my random plug for the day.
Chillin’
Linnea Salte
Break Forth Canada…WinterFest - January 30, 2011
This weekend has been a blast at Break Forth Canada!!! I’ve enjoyed being a part of it once again. For the Winter Fest concert I got to share the stage with Jon Bauer, Junkyard Poets, Leeland, 33 Miles, Bluetree, Pocket Full of Rocks, Building 429, and Geoff Moore. It was so much fun!!! Break Forth is always so much fun to be a part of because I not only get to sing and do the music part of it but also get to work with the nuts and bolts and the behind the scenes action as well. Now is the time that we will start wrapping up the administration part of the conference and we’re starting booking now for a tour with Jill Hagen in April and a tour in the fall…if your interested just send me an email at linnea@linneasalte.com. We will be adding new gigs all the time so make sure to check back to look at the calendar of when we will be in the area!!
With Love,
Linnea Salte
Winter/Fall Tour Ends…Break Forth Insanity Begins!! - November 28, 2010
Well the Winter and Fall tour with Jill Hagen has come to a close and now begins the Break Forth Ministries insanity. I’ve really enjoyed touring with Jill and the rest of the gang. It has been a lot of fun and tons of laughter. But don’t worry it’s not the end…we will be cooking something up for you again in May…so watch for some new tour updates to be added and updated.
Well, some of you may not know but I actually have another job beyond just touring…gasp. So now begins the insanity of my secret identity….alter ego…or whatever. I now am heading into prepping for a conference that my family and friends put on called Break Forth Canada. You can check it out at www.breakforthministries.com. So now I get to spend a little time at home and begin to work the administrative side of my brain. Also, I will be playing on the Sunday, January 30th at WinterFest with Jon Bauer, Junkyard Poets, 33 Miles, Bluetree, Pocket Full of Rocks, Building 429, Geoff Moore, and Leeland. Fun Times.
See You There,
Linnea Salte
Linnea Salte…and Jill Hagen…and VTI…and Beautiful Unique Girl - November 16, 2010
Jill Hagen and I…Linnea Salte…as if you didn’t know;)…had a great tour together this year with Venture Teams International Team. You can take a look at the aweomse picture here…we are having way too much fun. This past fall has definetly had a Northern Alberta theme as we’ve done a lot of touring up there. Who knew there was so much to see north of Edmonton. Great people and incredibly beautiful. I also got a chance to catch up with a tour friend in Cold Lake from my last tour with Beautiful Unique Girl…Jennifer Keith. I love that girl so much. I also got to see one of the girls I went to high school with…fun. It’s amaazing to think of where this journey can take you and the people you can randomly bump into. This tour has been an amazing joy to see some old friends from last year tours and make some new friends. Well…the journey continues…so much more to do and see.
Oh, and make sure to check out all of the missions work that Venture Teams International does…maybe you would be 
interested in joining a team…go to www.vti.ca. They do great stuff for people who are interested in the arts and want to have an intense opportunity to grow personally and make an impact in people’s lives. And also check out all the great work that my dear friends at Beautiful Unique Girl as doing to make sure that every girl in Canada discovers their true worth and identity in Christ. Go to www.bugirl.com for more information. They are amazing…I miss touring with those girls this year. It’s always fun to bump into them on tour though. My year at BUgirl and in Winnipeg will probably be some of my funnest memories and I love those girls dearly. And while we’re at it thanks for taking the time to check out my site too:)
Your friend,
Linnea Salte
Lifetime Achievement…Does it Get any Better?…I Think Not! - October 31, 2010
At this GMA Covenant Awards my brother’s and I got to present my father (Arlen Salte) with a lifetime achievement award!! Tons of fun. You can see a picture here. Jared is from the band the Junkyard Poets and Brennan is the wanna be doctor…guess which one is wearing the suit. We keep telling him that he’ll have to support all the musicians in the family. Someone has to be sensible in the family…I don’t think he’s buying into it though;)
Just a little background on my father…Arlen started touring in 1977 so let’s just say he has slept in a lot of church pews and vans. He also started a touring ministry called New Creation Ministries and started a conference called Break Forth in both Canada and Finland. Pretty amazing…and it’s also rare to find a musician who actually has an entrepreneurial brain.
I think my dad made everyone cry…great acceptance speach. Afterall…isn’t that the whole point…I don’t know. Anyways, the entire week was a lot of fun…we had a great showcase on Wednesday. The entire GMA music week was an amazing experience. I truly loved it and will most certainly be back!! Thanks to all the people who have been supportive of my entire family’s careers of the years. It has been a blessing to meet so many of you on this month’s tour. It’s scary the number of people who I have come in contact with who years ago billeted my father and now their billeting me on tour. This is the best life in the world!!
With Love,
Linnea:)
Alberta & British Columbia Tour -
Okay, this past month has been amazing!! We got to play all over Alberta and even dip a bit into BC which was so much fun!! We got to meet up with people from all backgrounds hang out in small towns…make multiple appearances in Grande Prairie and Edmonton. We got to hang out with the ever energetic Kingman School crowd and in the slightly crazy…but way too much fun Westlock group. You all made us smile way to much. How much fun is this. There is way to much to share…I couldn’t possibly type enough words…so you’ll just have to trust me. Thanks all to the people who came and were part of our lives…even if just for a short time:)
With Love,
Linnea
Great New Artist – Blake Paul - October 23, 2010
I had the honor of playing at a great new artists CD release. His name is Blake Paul the best way I can describe his music is probably country-soul music. Great singer-songwriter with an amazing voice!! Blake and I first met in college a number of years ago and he and I often sing background vocals for my father. You should definetly take a moment to listen to his music. www.blakepaul.com You will love his music!!
Linnea:)
Edmonton Dream Centre - October 8, 2010
Jill Hagen and I (Linnea) have been touring in Alberta. Ever so often you have an event that you are a part of that stands out a little more…and I thought I would take the time to share with you a little bit about it. We got to hang out at the Edmonton Dream Centre which a resident program for women in crisis situations. It was such an honor for us to spend time with the amazing women their and be able to share with eachother a bit of our stories with eachother and have a private concert and bible study. This is a ministry that is really making a huge difference in the lives of women in our community. If you are interested in donating or want more information please go to www.edmontondreamcentre.ca.
Linnea Salte Nominated for Three GMA Covenant Awards (New Artist, Pop Song, Pop Album) - September 16, 2010
GMA Canada 2009
Yesterday at 6:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time) the Gospel Music Association of Canada announced the nominations for the Covenant Awards. Linnea Salte was nominated for three awards including (New Artist of the Year, Pop Song of the Year, and Pop Album of the Year). Pretty Exciting…huh!! The Convenant Awards are like the equivalent of the Christian music Junos or Canada Christian Music Grammy’s. The Canadian GMA Week will be held at the end of October. For more information on other nominees and on the award show please go to www.cgmaonline.com or www.ccmconference.com.