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Purpose and Objectives
The Music program is designed for students who want music ministry training. It seeks to prepare competent
musicians for careers in church music, church music combined with another area (such as youth ministry,
elementary education, or Christian education), intercultural music (missions), and contemporary Christian music
ministry.
In addition to the mission statement, general objectives, and requirements of the university, the objectives of the
Music program are to develop in students:
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A working knowledge of music theory for the purpose of reading, writing, and analyzing music of various
styles.
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A high degree of proficiency on their major instrument (piano, keyboard, voice, or guitar) along with the
ability and sensitivity to use their skills to communicate the message of God’s Word.
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An understanding of the place of music in worship, while at the same time developing the heart of a
worshipper.
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Appropriate skills for leading worship in the local church.
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The ability to understand, appreciate, and evaluate a variety of musical styles and forms (including those of
other cultures and subcultures) through classroom study, field experience, solo and ensemble performance,
and chapel services.
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A formulation of a personal philosophy of music based on the application of biblical principles to a broad
variety of musical styles and ideas. This includes developing an awareness of historical and contemporary
philosophies of music and the ability to evaluate one’s own musical preferences.
Completion Requirements
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See Appendix A for graduation requirements.
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Students must maintain a cumulative average of 2.3 (“ C+”) in Music Theory and no grade below a 2.7 (“B-”)
in private lessons in order to keep music major status. Any private lesson grade lower than 2.3 (“C+”) will
not count towards graduation requirements for music majors or minors.
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Demonstration of required proficiency in piano (keyboard) and the presentation of a recital and/or
demonstration of skills within the context of an internship
Course of Study
126
Degree Core
77
Bible and Theology
30
BIB 1114
Old Testament Survey: Torah & History
3
BIB 1115
Old Testament Survey: Poetry & Prophecy
3
BIB 1120
New Testament Survey
3
BIB 3420
Principles of Bible Interpretation
3
BIB 3/4xxx
Old Testament Exegetical Book Study
3
BIB 3/4xxx
New Testament Exegetical Book Study
3
BIB 3616
Romans
3
BIB 4310
Progress of Redemption
3
THE 3301
Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit
3
THE 3302
Theology 2: Sin and Salvation
3
General Education
36
COM 2110
Public Speaking
3
ENG 1110
Composition and Research
3
ENG 1111
Literature and Research
3
HIS 1210
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization 1
3
HIS 1211
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization 2
3
MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning
3
PHI 2110
Intro to Philosophy
3
PHI 4140
Ethics
3
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