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The Music and Gospel Arts Department of The Salvation Army Midland Division exists for the development of Salvationist musicians, and local music and arts leaders. We strive for excellence in our music and arts programming, leadership training and spiritual development for the glory of God and the promulgation of the good news of Jesus Christ.
Questions? Contact The Salvation Army Midland Division's Music and Gospel Arts Director, JR Boatwright at JR.Boatrwright@usc.salvationarmy.org.
The Midland Division invites you to register and join us at our RESONATE 2025 music school program!
RESONATE is open to kids and adults ages 7-99 years old. Classes will be held on Saturdays at the Midland Division DHQ (1130 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63139), from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on the following dates: February 8th, March 22nd, and April 26th.
The RESONATE FINALE concert event will be held on Friday, May 2nd at Camp Mihaska (1466 Hwy N, Bourbon, MO 65441).
**Registration Closes on Friday, January 31, 2025**
Resonate 2025 Registration Form
Resonate 2025 Registration Form
Join us this summer at Camp Mihaska, for the 2025 Music Conservatory and MCAC Music Camp!
Our Music Conservatory camp is open to youth ages 12-16 years old, and will be held at Camp Mihaska, June 23-28, 2025.
Camp Dates: June 23-28, 2025
Age Range: 12-16 years old
Conservatory Class List:
Conservatory Highlights:
Our Music Camp is is open to youth ages 9-16 years old, regardless of their musical and instrument experience. This camp will be held June 28-July 5, 2025 at Camp Miihaska.
Camp Dates: June 28-July 5, 2025
Age Range: 9-16 years old
Music Camp Class List:
Camp Highlights:
The Central Territorial Youth Band is a vibrant musical experience that houses two brass bands. This group is open to youth ages 13-25 years old.
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Registration
Pre-Qualified Membership
The Central Territorial Youth Chorus is a God glorifying choir of talented vocalists ages 13-25 years old.
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Registration
Pre-Qualified Membership
The Central Territorial Worship Collective is the gathering of contemporary praise and worship musicians for the benefit of practicing, collaborating, and fellowshipping. This group is open to everyone ages 13 years old and up.
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Registration Details
RISING STARS IS BACK FOR 2025!
The Rising Stars program is a solo and ensemble contest dedicated to fostering the continuous growth of musicians and artists. Rising Stars serves as a vital resource, equipping participants to grow and become confident in their abilities, with the ultimate aim of enhancing the worship experience through vibrant, creative expressions of faith.
Whether at a beginner or advanced level, as a Rising Star, you are on a journey to refine your skills and offer your best in worship.
Rising Stars features the following categories: brass solo, vocal solo, percussion solo, dance solo, drama monologue, piano solo, beginner band, youth band, dance ensemble, drama troupe, singing company, and youth choir. By participating, individuals and ensembles contribute to The Salvation Army USA Central Territory’s goal of having live music and arts consistently integrated into worship at all worship centers.
Rising Stars is adopting a dynamic new format in 2025—live and in person! Each division will host its own event, offering comprehensive adjudication across all categories. An outstanding soloist or ensemble will be awarded for each category and level. These outstanding performers receive an invitation to participate at the territorial round, held at Congress in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the morning and afternoon on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
All participants and information for the Territorial Round should be submitted by May 5, 2025, to usc.thq.music@usc.salvationarmy.org.
Contact JR or visit the link below for more information about repertoire, eligibility, and submission instructions.
Rising Stars Program & Details
Divisional Music & Gospel Arts Director: JR Boatwright
JR Boatwright is a first-generation Salvationist. He now leads the Music and Gospel Arts Education of The Salvation Army Midland Division, as well as the discipleship and mentoring of the local leaders and Salvationist artists.
Before accepting this appointment, he served 17 years as Band and Orchestra Director in the Florida Public Schools System. Mr. Boatwright's music education accomplishments include:
Mr. Boatwright is a graduate of Florida Southern College, (BME, MED), where he was active in the chorale and wind ensembles, jazz and symphonic bands, and the string orchestra. His professional affiliations include: Florida Bandmasters Association, Florida Music Educators Association, Music Education National Conference and the Florida Orchestra Association.
Want to enroll your child in Midland Division Music and Gospel Arts programs,
and have questions about how to get involved?
Send an email to JR Boatwright, at jr.boatwright@usc.salvationarmy.org!
