Anthony Brown
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Accomplished Minister of Music at Cathedral Of Refuge, I spearheaded a music ministry program that significantly boosted congregation engagement by 25%. Expert in choral conducting and team oversight, my leadership enhanced worship experiences through innovative multicultural music selections and dynamic volunteer recruitment.
Devoted Minister of Music leverages talent to create atmosphere of celebration and reverence through music for worship services. Successfully leads and directs church music program to include choir, vocal and instrumental phase and expressions of musical experience. Consistently fosters innovative, blended style of music to enhance and support worship message goals.
Passionate about drawing people closer to God by choosing the best music and worship programs to fit church standards. Work with senior pastor and other leadership to adapt programs and convey messages.
Knowledgeable Music Director with 10+ years of experience and exceptional leadership, planning and relationship-building skills. Detail-oriented and hardworking with a successful background in music. Looking for a new role with long-term potential.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Minister of Music
Cathedral Of Refuge
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Acquired music, equipment and supplies to perform designated duties in accordance with financial policies.
- Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
- Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up prior to services.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
Minister of Music
Overcoming Deliverance Church/ Citadel Of Praise
06.2020 - 04.2023
- Streamlined communication processes between musicians, clergy staff, volunteers which improved overall coordination during event planning stages.
- Utilized technology in planning and presenting music to enhance worship message.
- Organized special musical events such as concerts, fundraising galas, and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
- Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over three years.
- Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Coached and mentored music ministry team members to become lifelong learners with respect to musical talents and spiritual development.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Selected repertoire that reflected diverse cultural backgrounds within the congregation, promoting inclusivity through song selection process.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
Minister of Music
Refuge Church Of God In Christ
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Coached and mentored music ministry team members to become lifelong learners with respect to musical talents and spiritual development.
Minister of Music
Tabernacle Of Meeting
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Organized special musical events such as concerts, fundraising galas, and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
- Fostered a supportive environment within the music ministry team, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.
- Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over three years.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
Minister of Music
Frienship Baptist Church
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
Minister of Music
Gods House Of Refuge And Deliverance
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring availability of materials for rehearsals and performances.
- Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over three years.
- Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Coordinated audiovisual equipment needs for all music-related activities, ensuring optimal sound quality during services and performances.
Minister of Music
Stokes Chapel Missionary Baptsit Church
01.2005 - 06.2014
- Streamlined communication processes between musicians, clergy staff, volunteers which improved overall coordination during event planning stages.
- Implemented successful recruitment campaigns within the community that resulted in increased interest and participation in the music ministry program.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring availability of materials for rehearsals and performances.
- Utilized technology in planning and presenting music to enhance worship message.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Wake High School
Wendell, NC06.2014
Skills
- Rehearsal Planning
- Worship Leading
- Choral Conducting
- Audio engineering
- Sound system operation
- Choir Recruitment
- Music Arranging
- Organ playing
- Piano Proficiency
- Liturgical understanding
- Multicultural music
- Children's choir direction
- Hymn Selection
- Music management
- [Instrument] proficiency
- Team Oversight
- Arranging music
- Music editing
- Extensive performance background
- Musical composition
- Musical Arrangements
- Music Interpretation
Timeline
Minister of Music
Cathedral Of Refuge
05.2023 - Current
Minister of Music
Overcoming Deliverance Church/ Citadel Of Praise
06.2020 - 04.2023
Minister of Music
Refuge Church Of God In Christ
04.2020 - 02.2021
Minister of Music
Frienship Baptist Church
09.2019 - 03.2020
Minister of Music
Tabernacle Of Meeting
08.2018 - 09.2020
Minister of Music
Gods House Of Refuge And Deliverance
08.2014 - 08.2018
Minister of Music
Stokes Chapel Missionary Baptsit Church
01.2005 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
East Wake High School
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