Master's Degree in Church Music
The Master’s Degree in Church Music will help you develop a solid
foundation in music and worship ministry by integrating studies in theology,
worship, and music.The program’s
relationship with the Logsdon Seminary fosters understanding of the role music
plays in ministry and worship.
Prepare yourself for the complex and
challenging sacred music environment in which you will minister.At Hardin-Simmons, you will find an
ecumenical approach to the study of church music and the opportunity to interact
with graduate music faculty and other graduate students with diverse talents
and backgrounds.
Degree Requirements
General Degree Requirements
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Completed |
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Church Attendance |
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Entrance Examinations |
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Graduate Comprehensive Exam |
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Major Field
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COURSE |
HOURS |
| MUCM 5351 |
Music in Worship |
3 |
| MUCM 6351 |
Church Music Education |
3 |
| MUCM 6252 |
Chuch Music Materials and Methods |
2 |
| MUCM 5327 |
Survey of Congregational Song |
3 |
| MUCM 6353 |
Church Music Literature |
3 |
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TOTAL |
14 |
Music Core
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COURSE |
HOURS |
| MUHL 6341 |
Introduction to Research Techniques |
3 |
| MUTC 63xx |
Graduate level Theory |
3 |
| MUHL 52xx |
Graduate level History |
2 |
| MUPS 5181 |
Conducting I |
2 |
| Performance Option |
| MUPS 6181 |
Conducting II |
2 |
| MUPS 6101 |
Conducting Recital |
1 |
| Ministry Option |
| MUCM 5099 |
Special Studies in Church Music |
2 |
| MUCM 60xx |
Research Project |
1 |
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TOTAL |
13 |
Theology Core
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COURSE |
HOURS |
| CHST 6300 |
Introduction to Christian History |
3 |
| THEO 6399 |
Introduction to Christian Theology |
3 |
| BIBL 6331/6332 |
Interpreting the Old Testament |
3 |
| BIBL 6311/6312 |
Interpreting the New Testament |
3 |
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Any three hours from MNST, MISS or FMIN |
3 |
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TOTAL |
15 |
Supportive Courses
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COURSE |
HOURS |
| Choose 4-5 hours from the following courses |
| MUPC 5321 |
Vocal Pedagogy |
3 |
| MUCM 5246 |
History of Church Music in America |
2 |
| MUCM 5256 |
Worship Planning and Leadership |
2 |
| Must take either a second principle or theory |
| MUTC 52xx |
Second Principle or Theory |
2 |
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TOTAL |
6-7 |