REGISTRATION CLOSED
The conference registration fee covers the following:
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday conference admission
Conference materials (binder, pencils, etc)
Breakfast, lunch on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and dinner on Saturday.
The conference fee does NOT include:
Travel, lodging, travel to and from your hotel, or additional meals.
Conference Schedule (Tentative)
Thursday, October 24, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Meet and Greet Breakfast
Welcome and Introduction to the Conference
Networking
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Keynote Address: "The Purpose and Power of Music in Worship"
Biblical/Message Foundations for Church Music
The Concept of Biblical Stewardship: Lessons from the Parable of Talents
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM "Developing Musical Ability with a Kingdom Mindset"
Dispelling myths about perfecting your gift (playing skillfully)
Why do we work on the mechanics?
How to approach growing as a musician (spiritual/mechanical)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM "Getting Out Of Your Way"
Criticism and Developing Resilience
Overcoming Pride and Embracing Humility
Dealing with Discouragement
Guarding your gift and protecting your testimony
Removing your ego from the equation
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM Break
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM: (Choose one)
Session A: "An Introduction to the Number System"
What is the Nashville Number system?
Chord types
Basic ear training
Session B: "Intermediate/Advanced Number System / Chord Theory"
The Nashville Number System
Chord Extensions
Approaches to ear training
Reharmonization techniques
Reading song charts
Friday, October 25, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:45 AM: "Exploring the Historical Role of Music in Worship"
Brief Overview of Music History in Christian Worship
Lessons from Musicians Throughout Church History
10:45 PM - 11:00 AM Break
11:00 - 12:00: "Consecrating Your Gifts for the Edification of the Body"
Understanding the Sacredness of Musical Gifts
Sanctifying your gift for the work of the Lord
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: "Practicing with Purpose: Techniques for Effective Practice"
Strategies for Efficient & Effective Practice Sessions
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: "The Art of Accompaniment: Blending Skill with Sensitivity"
Techniques for Effective Accompaniment
Enhancing Musical Collaboration within a Band Setting
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM Break
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM: Panel Discussion: "Balancing Artistry and Spirituality in Music Ministry"
Testimonials and Sharing of Experiences
Q&A Session with Panelists
Saturday, October 26, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (Choose One)
Session A: "Growing The Next Generation"
Practical steps for growing new talent
Creating playing opportunities for less experienced musicians
How to encourage gifts
Session B: "Keys To Song Leading & How To Support A Song Leader"
Hand signals for key/sections
Flowing and not breaking
How to choose your song set
Getting in the channel for a service
Choosing songs for after-service
Ways to communicate with your band
10:30 PM - 10:45 AM Break
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM (Choose One)
Session A: "Growing Apart From Your Instrument" / “Improvisation Techniques”
Active vs Passive listening
Deconstructing great music
Session B: "Strategies for Developing Great Time"
Metronome
Understanding rhythm
Feel and groove
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 3:45 PM: Lab session in the sanctuary demonstrating musical techniques
Flexibility within a song
Who leads on stage?
How to “flow”
Fills, accompaniment
Supporting the moving of the Spirit
Sensitivity
Musical roles
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM Break
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Closing Session
Recap and Reflection on the Conference
Commitment to Personal and Spiritual Growth in Music Ministry
Commissioning and Concentration of Our Gifts to God
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Dinner at LLC
7:00 PM - Onward and Upward: Music Jam Session/Concert
Celebration of Musical Fellowship and Talent
Opportunity for Informal Collaboration and Performance