The Music and Arts department of the Salvation Army in Florida 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.
To promote the Salvation Army’s ministry by supporting and strengthening the Army’s musical forces and artistic expressions within the Florida Division.
The Florida Music & Arts team trains, disciples, mentors, encourages and resources our local leaders and Salvationist artists of the Florida Division in a variety of music and arts ministry opportunities (i.e., brass banding, dance, theatre, vocal ministries – singing company/songsters, praise and worship team training, and other art forms: rap, spoken word, poetry). Our goal as a department is the strengthening and development of local officers and Salvationist artists by supplying practical knowledge, and expert instruction to bring excellence and consistency to every Corps’ worship life to the glory of God.
The Salvation Army’s summer music programs are designed to impact musicians, actors, and dancers of various ages and skill levels through performance-based groups and education-focused training programs. The summer programs exist to train young artists for continued performing arts involvement, leadership roles in their local community, and more advanced musical connection in other areas of The Salvation Army’s ministries.
The Salvation Army offers three Music and Arts summer camp opportunities in Florida at Camp Keystone: Florida Music Institute, Longino Junior Conservatory, and Longino Senior Conservatory.
The Florida Longino Music and Arts Junior Conservatory exists to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of music and the creative arts. This camp exposes young artists to beginner/intermediate level instruction in brass banding and vocal performance. Artists are given the opportunity to perform in a group setting in brass band, choir and the presentation of musical.
The Salvation Army’s annual camp offered to local Corps and community center music and arts participants across the state of Florida. This 8-day camp gives an opportunity for artists ages 7-17, of all technical levels, to receive group instruction in their art form. Each artist goes through an audition process for placement in their primary track and choir. Six brass ensembles are available for musicians to receive instruction based on playing ability. In addition to the brass band track, Creative Arts tracks are offered with emphases in Dance and Theater, as well as tracks for those studying percussion and vocal performance. Delegates have the opportunity to participate in a variety of elective classes which include: Spoken Word, Hip-Hop Dance, Conducting, Lyrical Dance, Painting, Piano, Guitar, and more. They also have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful nature around them through activities such as swimming, horseback riding, ropes course, archery, and various sports. Most importantly, each delegate will study God’s Word while at camp through their age-appropriate Bible class each day. This camp is led and organized by ADMD Darryl Crossland.
The Florida Longino Senior Music and Arts Conservatory exists to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ through the medium of music and the creative arts. This camp exposes youth to quality music and arts instruction and leadership opportunities that they would not otherwise acquire at their local Corps. This camp seeks to help strengthen our young artists musically, spiritually and to set a standard of excellence appropriate for Christian musicians whose lives and talents are dedicated to God’s Kingdom here on earth. This camp is led and organized by DMD Adely T. Charles.
Clearwater Corps
Director: Terry Wood
Clearwater School of Music
Address: 1625 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL 33765
Classes offered: Brass, Dance, Guitar, Percussion, Piano
Days and time of the week: Wednesdays from 5:00-7:45PM
Breakdown of classes:
Dinner @ 5:00-5:30PM
Theory Classes from 5:30-6:00PM (different levels)
Music and arts classes (Brass, Guitar, Piano, Dance, Theatre, Percussion) from 6:00-7:00PM
Singing Company and Youth Chorus from 7:00-7:45PM
Miami North Music Classes
Address: 361 N.W. 67th street, Miami, FL 33150
Classes offered: Piano, Brass Guitar, Creative Arts
Days and time of the week: Wednesdays 6-8PM
Breakdown of classes:
Beginner brass: 6-7M
Intermediate brass: 6-7M
Piano: 7-8PM
Creative arts: 7-8PM
Miami Citadel Music Classes
Address: 911 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130
Classes offered: Piano, Brass, Creative Arts
Days and time of the week: Fridays 5:30-7:30PM
Breakdown of classes:
Beginner brass: 5:30-6:30PM
Intermediate brass: 6:30-7:30PM
Piano: 5:30-6:30PM
Creative arts: 6:30-7:30PM
Miami Sunset Music Classes
Address: 8445 S.W. 72nd Street, Miami, FL 33143
Classes offered: Piano, Brass
Days and time of the week: Tuesdays 7:00-8:00PM
Breakdown of classes:
Beginner brass 7:00-8:00PM
Intermediate brass: 7:00-8:00PM
Piano: 7:00-8:00PM
Subscribe for updates on how we're fighting for good and opportunities to make an impact!
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
