Recording Artist
Description
It is the intent of the Fine Arts department that as a result of completing the Worship Arts - Recording Artist degree, students will demonstrate an ability in functional music, performance and interpersonal skills. An effective performer must be a good musician with proficiency in the following music skills:
- Practical application of written and aural music theory;
- Keyboard proficiency;
- Pedagogical skills;
- Use of multi-media and computer-related equipment;
- Music composition and arranging;
- Excellence in a chosen performance medium, i.e. voice, guitar, etc.;
- Adaptation of music to indigenous cultures;
- Working with an ensemble;
- Adaption of music to a variety of audiences
The student who has chosen the recording artist discipline should be prepared to:
- Perform concert/church ministry repertoire;
- Speak effectively in the concert/church setting;
- Understand the business component of the music ministry;
- Understand contemporary issues facing the church;
- Build a framework for a philosophy of ministry
Performance includes working with people, therefore, the Christian who desires a life as a recording artist should demonstrate:
- A personal Christian lifestyle congruent with their performance;
- Communications and organization;
- Public relations;
- Time and financial management.
All students must complete the General Education core and Biblical Studies core. Total credit hours to complete the Worship Arts - Recording Artist major must equal at least 124 credits.
Courses
Part 1. General Education Core
Part 2. Biblical Studies Core
Part 3. Music Core
41 Credits
| MUS | 151 | Theory I (4) |
| MUS | 152 | Theory II (4) |
| MUS | 251 | Theory III (4) |
| MUS | 252 | Theory IV (4) |
| MUS | 265 | Foundations of Rhythm and Gesture (1) |
| MUS | 361 | Conducting I (2) |
| MUS | 495 | Senior Project - Music (2) |
MUS Ensemble Electives (4)
MUS 200^ MUS Electives 200 level or above (4)*
MUSL Applied Music Lessons–Major Instrument (8)
MUSL Applied Music Lessons–Minor Instrument (4)
*MUS electives–Choose from any 200, 300 or 400 level music courses with the exception of Applied lessons and ensemble electives.
Part 4. Christian Artist Core
20 Credits
| MUS | 231 | Music Business I (3) |
| MUS | 263 | Rhythm Section Methods (1) |
| MUS | 322 | Performance Preparation II (3) |
| MUS | 381 | Pro Tools I (3) |
| MUS | 438 | Songwriting I (3) |
| MUS | 439 | Songwriting II (2) |
| MUS | 451 | Contemporary Christian Music Ministry Philosophy (3) |
MUSL Applied Music Lessons (2)
Part 5. General Electives - Including Bachelor of Arts Degree Option
9 Credits
