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CHURCH MUSIC (0565)
Fine Arts Department
RECOMMENDED COURSES
FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
This certificate is primarily designed for individuals in the church music industry who are trying to
improve their skills and knowledge. The church music courses use the texts and materials of current
music classes with the exception of the Church Music Seminar which includes seminar presentations
on various topics related to the church music industry.
Planning and organizing a choral/music program for all ages.
Conducting, music reading, music arranging (choral and/or instrumental), literature and
repertoire.
Working with accompanists and instrumentalists.
Keyboard Skills
Music ministry/Worship planning (contemporary and traditional).
Developing a network and career center for placement of church musicians in ministry
locations.
Contemporary issues of church music.
It is suggested that a plan of study be discussed with the music advisor before pursuing the program
and to assure the courses selected provide the greatest benefit.
First Semester
Sem. Hrs.
MUSC 1101
Elementary Music Theory I
2
MUSC 2211
Applied Music
1
MUSC 1090/1080/1070
College Choir/Band/Orchestra
1
MUSC 1182
Seminars in Church Music
2
Elective
3
9
Second Semester
Sem. Hrs.
MUSC 1102
Elementary Music Theory II
2
MUSC 2211
Applied Music
1
MUSC 1090/1080/1070
College Choir/Band/Orchestra
1
MUSC 1183
Seminars in Church Music II
2
Elective
3
9
One Year Total
18
Select electives from the following:
COMM 1110
Public Speaking
3
MUSC 1100
Music Appreciation
3
*Other electives may be approved by the Fine Arts Department advisor.