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ABOUT US
Instruments of Praise is dedicated to providing artistic music education infused with essential elements of faith.
Our call is to empower and equip the next generation of worship leaders and musicians. We view II Timothy 2:2 as a mandate to impart our wisdom by providing training, equipping, and support to empower others to fulfill their call.
Who We Are
Lord, I want to be an Instrument of Praise
Living my life for You, each and every day
I want to be an Instrument of Praise
Bringing others joy through the gift You’ve given me
I want to be an Instrument of Praise
To show the world You care
Lord, make a difference through me
And make me Your Instrument of Praise
Lyrics to the chorus of our theme song –
“An Instrument of Praise”
Recording Project – “Light In The Midst of Darkness”
(Varetta Heidelberg and James Orr)
For more than three decades, we’ve provided services through various divisions and specialized areas of training and performance.
Our 35-year history of artistic development includes:
· Drum-Central
· Small Beginnings
· Crescendo
· Capo
· Crosswinds ASAIL
· Christian Performing Arts Camp
· Concert of Dance
Our philosophy then and now has always been to equip each individual student with MORE THAN MUSIC by providing additional tools, life lessons, and experiences that cultivate growth. Our motto is P.R.A.I.S.E.
Preparing and Raising Artists of Integrity to Serve in Excellence
History
Our Mission
Our mission is to utilize music training not only for skillset development, but also as a catalyst for spiritual enrichment, discipleship, and evangelism.
In a world often defined by creativity, there are many who naturally excel in music. Churches and schools are filled with talented musicians. However, for those called to use their gifts for Kingdom purposes, there are few opportunities for training specifically geared toward excellence in worship in a Christian-based teaching environment for worship musicians.
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We prioritize personal growth in a nurturing environment by equipping musicians with comprehensive knowledge, insights, and a deeper understanding of Worship that extends beyond music and are dedicated to empowering musicians to deepen their connection with God.
Our Vision
Our vision is to train the next generation of worshipers, musicians, and worship leaders. We believe that although everyone is called to worship – not everyone is called to do so from a platform.
Ours is an intentional intimate community where those who value excellence in music and who value faith, come together to not only learn through music education and collaborations, but also develop genuine relationships and accountability that “spurs each other on” in their faith.
Our training equips students to move from the mechanics of worship to freedom in delivery with greater insight, foundational knowledge, and improved skillset. This allows them to participate at new levels in worship or performance on various platforms large or small.
In honoring God with their skills and talents, the mindset of a worship leader and worship team is different from that required of typical musicians. Their skill development entails not only knowledge acquired through customary music education, but also discipline to incorporate personal time devoted to prayer and reading of the scriptures. Along with standard categories of music, they must also learn various genres of worship songs and a diverse repertoire of Christian music.
Our team of instructors is made up of experienced educators and accomplished professional musicians who tailor the worship training experience with the students in mind. Participants have an opportunity to work beside an A-list of worship leaders, church musicians, and industry artists as they provide professional insight and work to create the needed support as mentors.
We’re not the typical “take a lesson and we’ll see you next week” sort of organization. Students love the atmosphere created to reflect our culture of faith, the access to mentors, and hanging out together beyond class time.
Whether as a songwriter, a musician, a worship leader, or in a technical support role – those who attend the IOP WORSHIP ACADEMY will gain the skills to impact their own church arena and beyond.