2012-2013 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 140 2012–13 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Department of Music and Worship | College of Arts and Sciences Worship Degree Objectives The mission of the worship program is “Equipping Worshipers to Serve”. Core values of the B.A. in worship degree include: Musical Emphasis We value a core musical background for all worship students. We value contemporary music as the voice of our culture and will equip students to be musically and methodologically relevant in the “real world.” Theological Foundation We value a strong theological foundation, grounded in biblical truth for all worship students. The Bible minor and required classes will emphasize a biblical foundation for worship ministry. Interdisciplinary Nature We value interdisciplinary study in fields related to worship ministry. We value each student developing God-given talents and interests, resulting in an individualized degree tailored for each student. Upon completion of the B.A. curriculum in worship, students will be able to: • Recognize and recall music theory principles and contemporary music practices. • Analyze musical compositions by applying sound music theory principles. • Perform proficiently in voice and either piano or guitar in a worship setting. • Formulate and articulate a theology of worship based on sound biblical principles and valid biblical interpretation. • Evaluate and critique the content and appropriateness of any worship medium (music, drama, media, etc.) by employing one’s theology of worship as a foundation for evaluation. • Plan, implement, and lead effective rehearsals and worship team building exercises for church or parachurch organizations. • Plan, produce, and lead theologically sound and edifying corporate worship experiences for the local church or parachurch organization. • Value and support the role that worship plays in the larger overall ministry and discipleship practice of the local church or parachurch organization. Worship Requirements Admission Program application is required for all prospective worship students before admission into the worship program. The purpose of the audition is to evaluate your potential success as a worship student and whether you will be admitted to the department to pursue a worship degree. Guidelines for the audition can be found at cedarville.edu/worship . Private Lessons All worship students are required to take private lessons. Students should study the instrument for which they are most proficient in order to improve their skills. Earnest practice is expected and mandatory for your success. Juries are required for each student taking private lessons. Ensembles All worship students are required to participate in an ensemble every semester that they are on campus. Worship Forum All worship students are required to participate in Worship Forum every semester that they are on campus. The Forum is designed to help address topics not easily addressed in class, to build community between worship students, and to allow students to work on projects and services together. The class is for zero credit and requirements will be given to you each semester. First-Year Review All entering students are admitted into the worship program on a conditional basis. At the end of the first year, students will be asked to complete and submit information that will be combined with their first year grades, recommendations, and private lesson reviews to determine the potential success of each student in upper-level coursework, field experience, internships, and as future worship leaders. The worship faculty members will meet during the week following graduation to evaluate each student’s information and make final recommendations regarding the future of the student’s ability to continue in the worship program. Second-Year Review The members of the worship faculty will evaluate students’ progress since the first-year review to see that the students are adequately moving toward completion of their degree programs. Worship Student Handbook The Worship Student Handbook is the authoritative statement on all departmental policy as it applies to the student. Each worship student is responsible for following the policies and procedures contained in both the handbook and the University catalog. The handbook can be found online at cedarville.edu/worship . Programs of Study The department of music and worship offers the following programs of study: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in: • Music • Worship Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in: • Composition • Keyboard Pedagogy • Performance Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) in: • Choral • Instrumental Minors • Music • Worship