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Evon "Von" Weston

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Accomplished Minister of Music with extensive experience at Promise Land Church of Christ, adept in rehearsal planning and vocal coaching. Successfully enhanced spiritual growth through diverse musical selections and increased music ministry participation by 25%. Skilled in fostering teamwork and inclusivity, utilizing music theory to inspire and engage congregations.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Minister of Music

Mitchener Memorial Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current
  • Classically trained pianist since the age of 6 years old, church pianist since the age of 11. Can read music and play by ear.
  • Utilized technology in planning and presenting music to enhance worship message.
  • Selected repertoire that reflected diverse cultural backgrounds within the congregation, promoting inclusivity through song selection process.
  • Managed music library, maintaining an organized system for easy access to sheet music and reference materials.
  • Teach voice and parts to all members of the music team
  • Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
  • Fostered a supportive environment within the music ministry team, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.
  • Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.

Minister of Music

First Baptist Missionary Church
01.2011 - 12.2018
  • Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
  • Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
  • Utilized technology in planning and presenting music to enhance worship message.
  • Fostered a supportive environment within the music ministry team, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.
  • Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.

Minister of Music

Shalom Christian Church
06.2008 - 06.2011
  • Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
  • Coached and mentored music ministry team members to become lifelong learners with respect to musical talents and spiritual development.
  • Promoted and empowered full participation of congregation by singing verses and acclamations designated for choir in dialogue with congregation and enriching liturgy with harmonies.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.

Minister of Music

Promise Land Church of Christ
09.1978 - 06.2000
  • Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
  • Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
  • Bridged generational and cultural differences by selecting balance of musical styles for every service and presenting spiritual context.
  • Utilized central screen for lyric projection to teach unfamiliar songs to congregation.
  • Implemented effective rehearsal schedules that maximized productivity while respecting participants'' time commitments.
  • Facilitated ongoing professional development opportunities for musicians through workshops, masterclasses, and guest artist engagements.
  • Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up prior to services.
  • Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
  • Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
  • Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.

Minister of Music

Malaby's Crossroads Baptist Church
09.1992 - 03.1999
  • Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over three years.
  • Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
  • Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.

Minister of Music

St. John AME
05.1991 - 07.1998
  • Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship 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.
  • Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
  • Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
  • Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.

Education

Master of Science - Law

Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05-1990

Skills

  • Rehearsal planning
  • Worship leading
  • Choral conducting
  • Music theory
  • Vocal coaching
  • Social media promotion

Certification

Notary Public/E-Notary


CPR Certified

Timeline

Minister of Music

Mitchener Memorial Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current

Minister of Music

First Baptist Missionary Church
01.2011 - 12.2018

Minister of Music

Shalom Christian Church
06.2008 - 06.2011

Minister of Music

Malaby's Crossroads Baptist Church
09.1992 - 03.1999

Minister of Music

St. John AME
05.1991 - 07.1998

Minister of Music

Promise Land Church of Christ
09.1978 - 06.2000

Master of Science - Law

Washington University in St Louis

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

East Carolina University

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