Anchored in the Past, Yet Forward Thinking

Rooted in history, the Church Music program at Baylor University is dedicated to encouraging excellence in music and ministry through diverse studies. Students in the program are exposed to a rigorous, yet nurturing, learning atmosphere.

Our Vision

An environment where Christian music is valued and nurtured.

The Dunn Center for Christian Music Studies was founded at Baylor University with the intent to provide leadership in all aspects of Christian music. As a preeminent Christian music center, we strive to encourage church musicians to cultivate their God-given potential and endeavor to provide resources for their continued personal development.

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Mar. 13, 2024
Today is Baylor Giving Day!

It's Baylor Giving Day! As a generous donor to Baylor University, you are an essential part of a community that illuminates the path for Baylor and its future.

The Dunn Center supports and encourages the success of church music students through scholarships, stipends, travel awards, lectures, and more. Gifts made to the Dunn Family Center for Christian Music Studies Excellence Fund directly impact students on a weekly basis. 

Today, on this day of impact, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your support.

Mar. 12, 2024
What's Happening in Church Music - March 12, 2024

In the third biweekly newsletter from the Dunn Center, read about exciting happenings with our children's grant work, join us in congratulating our students on recent achievements, and see the variety of events happening over the next two weeks. 

Mar. 1, 2024
Laura Story Shines as Spring 2024 Hearn Innovator

The Dunn Center for Christian Music Studies hosted the Spring 2024 Hearn Innovators in Christian Music Series with artist and worship pastor Laura Story February 26-28. Made possible by an endowment from the generosity of the late Billy Ray Hearn, this series is designed to bring innovators in the field of Christian music to Baylor’s campus for interactions between the guest and Baylor students. Over the course three days, Laura gave a public presentation, attended church music classes, and shared meals and coffee times with students. Laura’s presence brings decades of church leadership experience as well as her unique approach to songwriting and music composition.  

Feb. 29, 2024
Church Music Student Wins Baylor Organ Competition

Every two years, the Baylor School of Music hosts the Semper Pro Musica solo and chamber Ensemble competition. This year, Chanmi Kim, M.M. Church Music student, took the first place price in the Semper Pro Musica organ competition. We sat down with Chanmi to talk about her organ journey and this exciting opportunity.