pline":"","tx_backend_configuration_interest":"","teaser_render_type":0,"bodytext_stripped":"Course content. Professionally relevant knowledge and necessary skills in compact form: The โSacred Musicโ minor prepares students for employment in the church music sector. Theoretical courses give students a fundamental understanding of theology, hymnology and liturgy. Additionally, courses in church music history and organ building contextualise the current practice in the rich history of sacred music. Other skills such as leading congregational singing and Gregorian chant are taught through more practical methods. The degree course was designed to meet the needs of Swiss churches as employers and therefore covers a wide ecumenical span. The minor gives student the best foundation for employment as organists or choral conductors in churches; it is also open to any interested students. Taught by leading practitioners in the church music field who are at the forefront of the profes