Master of Church Music
Program Overview
The Department of Ministry prepares men and women to be effective Christian leaders, pursuing personal spiritual formation and modeling global mission in both the church and society. Our graduates serve as pastors to large and small congregations, teachers both internationally and domestically, directors of multi-faceted organizations, consultants to various ministries, and more. Amidst the varied career paths, all graduates share one, common characteristic - a commitment to making an impact on their world.
The 36 - unit Master of Church Music degree is designed to equip Korean-speaking church music ministers with a high degree of professional music skills for ministry within the life of the Church. You will develop proficiency in technical and musical skills for ministry in all size churches. The program includes both a Ministry and a Music Core.
Eight core objectives are stressed within the program.
- Plan and lead a worship service;
- Supervise a church music ministry effectively
- Articulate a strong biblical and historical foundation for worship and service in the church;
- Show a high level of performance in your major, including conducting;
- Demonstrate familiarity with modern musical technologies;
- Strategize effectively to use your music in the cause of evangelism;
- Explain and model core biblical values for Christian leadership;
- Identify at least three significant areas of personal spiritual growth resulting from the program.
Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking entry into the Master of Church Music degree program must submit the following:
- Completed application form with non-refundable $75.00 fee. (fee waived for Hope alums)
- Official transcript(s) from an accredited university or college confirming completion of an undergraduate degree in Music (B.A., B.M., B.M.E., B.C.M., etc.)
- Two completed reference forms sent to the School of Graduate Studies Admissions office.
- A statement of purpose approximately 250 words indicating your reasons for entering the program of choice.
Probationary acceptance may be granted if other factors give evidence of the applicant's ability to successfully complete a program. The probationary status will be removed when the student has successfully completed nine semester units with a 3.0 G.P.A. or better.
Graduation Requirements
The Transition Interview serves as the major program assessment tool for the Master of Church Music degree, and comprises the following element:
- A required interview prior to graduation. Academic Advisors arrange interview time.
Curriculum
Ministry Core (9 units)
BIB5310 Covenant Theology and Hermeneutics
CDY5220 Principles of Servant Leadership
THE5300 Theology of Worship
Music Core (21 units)
MUS5110 Graduate Conducting I
MUS5120 Graduate Conducting II
MUS5200 History and Literature of Church Music I
MUC5201 History and Literature of Church Music II
MUS5230 Practical Issues & Spiritual Leadership in Music Ministry
MUS5420 Current Music Technologies
MUS6600 The Business and Administration of Music Ministry
Applied Music Core (6 units)
MUS5310-MUS5360 Private Instruction (6)
Graduate Recital (0 units)
MUS6900 Graduate Recital
