MUS 4400: Worship Songwriting and Composition


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Number: MUS 4400

Name: Worship Songwriting and Composition

Instructor: ACU Shared Course (Intro)

Section: IS-001

Credits: 3


Learning Resources:  

 Text:  Music & Ministry: A Biblical Counterpoint by Calvin M. Johansson        

         Worship Songwriting and Composition-Course Reader

          Music Theory for Songwriters

         (http://mugglinworks.com/chordmaps/index.htm)  

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Holy Bible (please note what translation you use on your assignments) 

Materials may also be supplemented by additional readings.

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Course Description:

This course will teach you the basics of songwriting and the precepts of creating songs unto the Lord to be used in corporate worship settings.

Course Goals and Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, students will:

1. Learn the basics of songwriting.

2. Gain an understanding of the precepts of creating songs unto the Lord.

3. Learn to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit in musical composition.

4. Create songs to be used in corporate worship settings.

5. Gain a greater knowledge of the relationship between music and ministry.



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