A practical introduction to harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic principles of music for the worship leader. Musical elements including key signatures, scales, intervals, chords, chord construction and chord progression are introduced as the foundation for harmonic analysis of traditional, contemporary Christian, popular, and jazz music. Special attention is given to the Nashville Number System and jazz harmony practices as an accepted methodology for music analysis. Examination of contemporary Christian music genres provides resource for practical application of harmonic principles.

Offered: Online

This course allows the student to demonstrate their competency in a particular applied music area and complete the Sophomore Review.

Offered: Online

This is a worship methods class that deals with principles and processes of building a music program for the non-traditional worship service. Attention is given to pedagogy of vocal groups for adult singers. Students also learn the development, role, and repertoire of large and small ensembles in the worship service.

Offered: Online

Online Prerequisite: WMUS 103

Rudimentary instruction in conducting techniques for worship leaders in non-traditional worship settings. Knowledge and skill areas stressed are: basic conducting gestures and patterns; score interpretation; rehearsal management and technique; programming considerations; and special problems in vocal and instrumental situation.

Offered: Online

Online Prerequisite: WMUS 103

A study of the materials used in program building of instrumental and vocal ensembles in non-traditional worship settings. Evaluation is made of select publishers to investigate music, audio, video, and software recourses availability with application to contemporary Christian Worship ensemble.

Offered: Online

Online Prerequisite: WRSP 421

This capstone course, usually completed near the end of the degree program, may involve a ministry-focused project, performance, or research paper as approved by the instructor.

Offered: Online