Some New Course Offerings
CHMU 1503 The Language of Music (3 hours)
Students will learn the basics of music reading and deal with the rudiments of music theory that they will encounter in a worship setting. This includes note names in the treble and bass clef, key signatures and scales up to 5 flats and sharps, chord spellings, the basics of modulation, how to read a chord chart, and the basics of tablature. This will also include a listening portion to help the students begin to develop basic aural skills associated with music in worship. Students who already have a background in music theory may take a placement exam and receive course credit.
CHMU 1702 Leading Contemporary Worship (2 hours)
This course will deal with the three major issues of the guitar-playing worship leader: consistent rhythm guitar technique that supports congregational singing, effective and healthy vocal production while playing and leading, and general skills as a worship leadership. Music will be chosen in keeping with the student’s ability and experience. Prerequisite: students should come to class being able to tune their own guitar and play in a few open keys such as G, D, or C. Students who do not play guitar should take INMU 1011 Guitar Class and Techniques.
