Maybe from a young age you’ve loved music. You also may have felt a calling to pursue leadership of some form. If you haven’t already, maybe it’s time to consider becoming a worship leader! And if that’s the case, you might need a worship and music master’s!
Corporate worship through singing in a church setting is an invaluable and sometimes overlooked gift. Additionally, an effective and knowledgeable worship leader requires a little more than an appreciation for music (though that’s a great start!). A good worship leader must have a strong grasp of the technical aspects of their work, a deep foundation of faith, and the ability to lead others effectively. At Cairn, we prepare you as such. Check out our top five favorite reasons to earn your Worship and Music Master’s at Cairn:
1. Our Program Focuses on Technical Expertise
Our Worship and Music master’s isn’t just about learning music—though it’s a big part of it. We also teach you the technical aspects of being a worship leader. With courses like “advanced worship tech,” or “leading worship in a local church,” you’ll receive practical training that will make you stand out as a great leader with a ton of useful knowledge.
2. Our Worship and Music Master’s Is Rooted in Christ and His Word
What good is a Worship and Music program if not rooted in biblical truth? At Cairn, we recognize that the heart of worship is not merely about musical excellence or artistic expression; it is fundamentally about glorifying God and aligning our lives with His Word. Our commitment to Christ and His teachings serves as the guiding principle for all our programs, ensuring that every aspect of our curriculum reflects a deep understanding of Scripture.
When you enroll in our Worship and Music master’s program, you will engage in a comprehensive educational experience that integrates both practical skills and theological knowledge. Whether in a Music Composition course or an Overview of Christian Theology course, your spiritual growth is our top priority.
3. Our Music Department is Committed to Caring for You as an Individual, Not a Number
At the graduate level, particularly within fully online graduate programs, students frequently find themselves feeling isolated and disconnected from their educational experience. Students may feel like just a number in a large system.
At Cairn University, our commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment sets us apart. Our School of Music faculty understand that the journey through graduate studies can be challenging. We prioritize maintaining strong, personal connections from the moment you enroll in our program. Our dedicated faculty members are not only experts in their fields but are also passionate about mentoring and guiding you throughout your academic journey.
4. Our Program Works with Your Busy Schedule
Our master’s in Worship and Music recognizes that, as you invest in yourself through an education, you also are someone with tons of other responsibilities to take care of. Cairn’s Worship and Music master’s is offered fully online, with a seven week course cycle. We’ve also taken it a step further. Just because it’s an online education doesn’t mean we cut corners; we haven’t compromised on a Christian education with integrity.
5. Our Program Facilitates Creativity, Culminating in a Final Project You Can Be Proud of
We want you to graduate from this program with a sense of accomplishment and tangible evidence of your hard work. By the end of your time in this worship and music master’s, you will have completed a self-produced six-track recording of three original songs and three arranged songs for congregational singing. This project represents all the learning and hard work you put into this program and serves as a great resume piece!
Even if you aren’t at the master’s stage of your education, that’s ok! Cairn also offers an undergraduate Worship and Music program and various other music or ministry degrees that might be a great fit for you!
