The Church Pianist

The church pianist is one of the most essential elements of a church’s music program. The Church Pianist major is designed to train pianists to use their piano skills effectively in the various aspects of music ministry, especially in the local church. Specific focus is given to prelude and postlude, congregational hymn playing, and accompaniment (vocal, choral, and instrumental) as well as playing for more specific functions such as weddings and funerals. The church pianist major must pass major platform evaluations in piano proficiency.