Spring of 2004 will mark the first annual Andrews University Music and Worship Conference, sponsored by the Department of Music and the Center for Youth Evangelism at Andrews. Hosted on the university's campus Mar. 25–27, this conference is a training event for professional and volunteer church musicians, pastors, and lay leaders.

Important issues such as creativity, diversity, quality, and appropriateness will be discussed, outlining a biblical framework for understanding the role of music in worship. Presenters will also share techniques and strategies that can be used to improve the music in your local church.

Workshops on song writing, arranging, choral music, organ music, worship-leading, and other topics will be available to participants.

Nick Zork, conference organizer, said, "We wanted to create an opportunity for musicians to connect with others, to share their passion for God and their desire to serve Him."

For more information or to register, visit www.musicconference.andrews.edu or call 800-YOUTH2U.

Katie Shaw, news writer