Guides the student through the vast amount of vocal literature according to the needs and requirements of the teaching studio, the voice recital, and Christian ministry and worship. A study of significant solo piano literature including representative repertoire from Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern Eras. Required for keyboard majors. Examples of choral music of all styles are studied. Designed to cover the major material for orchestras and bands with the primary focus being on the materials for school ensembles.
Emphasis is on instrumental music.
Techniques are taught for developing and training groups in matters of tone quality, pitch and ensemble. Emphasis on choral music. Designed to teach advanced conducting techniques, score study and preparation. Designed to help the student develop a Christian philosophy of music for life and ministry and worship. The course is designed to give students guiding principles for designing and organizing corporate worship.