Establish
Building strong foundations
We want delegates to grow in musical proficiency and spiritual convictions that will stand the test of time, building a solid groundwork for everything they do in music next.
WhenJanuary 11–13, 2027
Starts with lunch at noon on Monday. Ends Wednesday at 9:00 PM after the evening service and ensemble performances.
WhereProvidence Baptist College
Cost$150 per delegate
All meals included. Save $20 and pay $130 when you register before December 13, 2026.
College creditEarn 1 credit
Get ahead on your academic journey. Earn 1 college credit for attending.
Our purpose
To establish, engage, encourage and equip the next generation of Biblical musicians.
Engage
Forging relationships
Connect with mentors and peers. We aim to nurture lasting friendships, rooted in shared Biblical principles and a love for music, that carry on well past the seminar.
Encourage
Understanding the “why”
We teach the “how” of music and also the “why,” exploring its theological, historical and technical context. We don’t answer questions with “Because I said so.”
Equip
Tools for success
A full curriculum covering the practical and spiritual sides of church music, from vocal and instrumental training to composition and arranging, so you can serve your local church well.
Session topics
- Church piano playing
- Singing & vocal production
- Congregational & choral song leading
- Songwriting
- Music arranging
- Music notation
- Special music coordination & performance
- Christian music philosophy
Seminar Concert
Every delegate performs in the Seminar Concert during the Wednesday evening service at Northwest Bible Baptist Church.
Schedule
A look at the main events, January 11–13, 2027.
Afternoon
- LunchNoon
- Opening session & orientation1:00 PM
- Choir rehearsal2:00 PM
- Track & hands-on sessions3:00–4:50 PM
Evening
- Supper5:30 PM
- General session6:30 PM
- Track & hands-on sessions7:00–8:50 PM
- Free-time activities9:00–10:00 PM
Morning
- Breakfast7:00–8:30 AM
- General assembly8:30 AM
- General session8:45 AM
- Ensemble rehearsal8:45 AM
- Track session9:30 AM
- Hands-on session10:30 AM
- Chapel11:30 AM
Afternoon & evening
- Lunch12:15 PM
- Ensemble rehearsal1:00 PM
- Afternoon free time1:50–5:00 PM
- Choir rehearsal5:00 PM
- Supper5:30 PM
- General session6:30 PM
- Track session7:00 PM
- Hands-on session8:00 PM
- Free-time activities9:00–9:45 PM
Morning
- Breakfast7:00–8:30 AM
- General assembly8:30 AM
- General session8:45 AM
- Ensemble rehearsal8:45 AM
- Track session9:30 AM
- Hands-on session10:30 AM
- Chapel11:30 AM
Afternoon & evening
- Lunch12:15 PM
- Track session1:00 PM
- Hands-on session2:00 PM
- Choir rehearsal3:00 PM
- Ensemble rehearsal3:30 PM
- Break4:00 PM
- Supper5:00 PM
- Concert run-through6:00 PM
- Seminar Concert & Service at Northwest Bible Baptist Church7:00 PM
- Ensemble performances8:30–9:00 PM
Pricing
$150
Full-time delegate
ages 13 and up
Save $20 — pay $130
when you register before December 13, 2026.
Includes all sessions and all meals.
$25
Children under 13
must be accompanying parents
Lodging
Providence Baptist College
Campus lodging is available at an additional cost, subject to room availability.
Request lodging online and select Church Music Seminar on the form.
Request lodgingCandlewood Suites – Elgin
847-888-0600Country Inn & Suites – Elgin
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