The primary mission of the SCHOOL OF CHURCH MUSIC is the education and preparation
    of Christ centered, God honoring and only Spirit controlled musicians grounded in Music
    and God's Word. This includes thorough Bible training and the foundational music
    concepts that are necessary for music performance in ministry and writing that truly honor
    God. Students will be provided with opportunities for music ministry that allows practical
    application of learned skills.

    PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

    The student will:

  • Be equipped, trained and supervised in music ministry in a local church
  • Understand the biblical foundations for music in the church
  • Be provided with a variety of opportunities in ministry
  • Maximize their innate potential in musical performance to God's glory
  • Be exposed to a variety of musical materials
  • Develop a fundamental understanding of music theory
  • Develop an overview of church music


           ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
      FOR BACHELOR OF CHURCH MUSIC

  • A call to the music ministry
  • A desire to serve the Lord through the area of music
  • A fundamental knowledge of music theory Piano/Keyboard skills
  • Vocal skills

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    BACHELOR OF CHURCH MUSIC
    New Creation Realities
    Authority of the Believer
    Nine Gifts of the Holy Spirit
    The Person of Holy Spirit
    The Power of the Gospel I
    Covenants I & II
    Systematic Overview of the Old Testament
    Systematic Overview of the New Testament
    The Heart of the Worshipper
    Principles of Anointed Ministry
    Victory Over Fear
    Revived, Restored, and Rejoicing I & II
    The Triumphant Church
    The Gospels
    The Tabernacle of David Restored

              Total Credits: 76


      Recommended Courses --Not Required

    The High Calling
    Teaching with Excellence
    Applied Music - Private Lessons
    Performing Group
    Music Theory I & II
    Service Playing & Accompanying
    Church Choir Development
    Church Music Administration & Organization
    Praise, Worship, & Music in the Church Service
    Part 1: The High Calling of Leadership
    Part 2: Ministerial Training
    Class Voice
    Hymnology - Study of Hymns
    Praise and Worship Leading
    Sacred Dance/Music/Drama
    Computer Technology/Music/Keyboard

                                                                                                  Total Credits: 188
                            
    Composition Improvisation
    Praise & Worship Arranging
    Songwriting
    Drama/MusicWriting

      Church Music Practicum--
    Supervised Participation in Local Church

    Senior Paper or Music Project

    (In Lieu of Written Exam.)



                      Total Credits - Bachelor of Church Music:   264
Spirit Fire School of Ministry
School of Church Music