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Minor in Music (with an emphasis in general music)

A music minor will allow you to participate in a rich heritage of music and develop the skills necessary for a rewarding vocation that combines music with your life calling. A music minor fits well with a variety of majors, but is most often paired with a degree in theology, communication or business.

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The Evangel University Department of Music is vitally interested in the spiritual, academic, social and aesthetic development of every student. The purpose of the department is to provide an excellent musical education that is thoroughly integrated with the university’s emphasis on the development of strong Christian character. Within this framework, students are required to grapple with new intellectual, musical, aesthetic, social, ethical and technological challenges.

The Department of Music’s objectives are:

To bring a breadth of stimulating intellectual experiences in music that will challenge each student to become a thinking and disciplined person responsive and sensitive to the needs of society.
To encourage the search for the good and the beauty in music through formal study and consistent exposure to a variety of fine aesthetic experiences.
To acquaint students with the physical properties of sound, the theoretical aspects of music found in nature, and the compositional procedures developed from universal natural principles.

These objectives are realized by means of a well-established music curriculum, a highly trained music faculty, and many varied performance opportunities.

The Department of Music is a member of the National Association of Schools of Music and the Missouri Association of Departments and Schools of Music. Courses and degree plans are designed to satisfy requirements of these accrediting agencies.

Each of Evangel's academic programs is made up of a set of core curriculum, program requirements and electives. The courses listed below are just a small sample of courses that might be taken as a part of this specific program.

Introduction to Music Technology	Assists music students in becoming better acquainted with the broad range of interrelated use of instructional technology and media materials as well as techniques associated with these items. Emphasis on the practical problems of choosing, using, and inventing instructional materials.
Music Theory I & II	The elements of music, including scales and keys, intervals and chords, and rhythmic and pitch aspects of music notation, along with introductory experiences at the keyboard and in sight singing.
Worship Leadership	Contemporary issues in Pentecostal worship in the context of biblical-theological foundations, historical development in the Christian tradition, and expression in the local church. A hands-on practical approach includes working with worship teams, instrumental accompaniments, worship literature, and multimedia
Basic Conducting	Fundamental techniques of the baton, basic choral and instrumental technique, and practical work in rehearsal situations.
Performing Ensembles	The Music Department offers an array of relevant and inspiring musical experiences for students. Our ensembles serve to sharpen musical skills, satisfy creative impulses, and provide valuable performing experience.

Evangel University's world-class faculty is made up of caring, Christian professionals who are distinguished in their fields and dedicated to the development of tomorrow's Christian leaders.

Dr. Michael Kolstad: Music Department chairperson

Dr. Michael Kolstad is chairman of the Music Department and professor of low brass at Evangel University. A 1988 graduate of Evangel, Kolstad earned his master’s and doctoral degrees in trombone performance from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. During his tenure at Evangel, he has made significant contributions in the music field, not [...]

NOTE: A minor is a secondary field of interest that is meant to complement your academic major. While your major is chosen for your intended career choice, your minor may be something you pursue for your personal interest or to augment your major.

Church Music Leader
Worship Leader
Retail Music Management
Education
Music Administration

No special requirements for this program.

General Undergraduate Requirements

The following are general requirements for all students beginning an undergraduate program at Evangel. For more information visit Undergraduate Admissions Requirements.

Faith	As a boldly Christian university, all of our students have made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.
Diploma	Graduation from high school, or having the equivalent of a high school diploma such as the General Education Development (GED) examination.
Core Subjects	A minimum of a 2.0 GPA in core college prep classes (English, math, social sciences and science with a lab)
Grade Average	A "C" average. However, in some cases, a student with a weak academic record may be considered. To remain at Evangel, however, the student must meet scholastic requirements.
Standardized Tests	>Entering freshmen should take the ACT or SAT test. The codes for Evangel are as follows: SAT: 6198. ACT: 2296.

Music (Bachelor of Arts)

The Bachelor of Arts in Music is a good choice for students who love music and seek a non-vocational, general studies music degree without a singular focus. This degree could be paired with a business degree for students who would like to own a music store someday. It would also be a solid background for teaching [...]...

Worship Leadership

The Worship Leadership major is a perfect fit for students who love music and feel called to use their talents in church music ministry. This program will prepare you for a music ministry position, such as choir director, orchestra director or worship music leader. It is also a good track for a student who intends [...]...

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