An introductory study of the music ministry in the local church, including choral preparation and literature, worship, planning, and leadership. Special emphasis is given to the children's music ministry and the role of music in the local church ministry. A study of various philosophies of church music, diverse liturgies, and approaches to corporate worship. A study of basic concepts of brass instrument care and use, acoustical principles of tone production, playing techniques and instructional skills. A study of basic concepts of stringed instrument care and use, acoustical principles of tone production, playing techniques and instructional skills.
Special emphasis is given to application of literature to instructional approaches.
A study of Christian hymns from the standard point of form, structure, theology, music, scriptural content, historical development, and the role of hymns in the life of the local church. An experience-based study of the methods, materials, philosophies, and content areas of general music, choral music, instrumental music, music history, and music theory at the secondary level. A study of conducting problems and techniques unique to choral ensembles. A study of theory and practice in instrumental conducting. Special emphasis is given to a survey of instrumental materials and literature.