{"title":"A conference for everyone involved in music ministry.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: centre;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EAxn1ArSsb4?si=3skIjEipSoyTuddY\" height=\"500\" width=\"880\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the Bible say about our singing and worship? How do we lead singing or play our instruments in a way that helps the congregation’s praise? How do I create \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea healthy culture amongst my music team? Our Word In Song Conferences are centred around the Bible's teaching about singing, and applied through practical seminars, singing, fellowship and discussion. If you're a church musician, leader, service planner, pastor, sound technician or just interested in church music - then come along to be equipped, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eexcited, resourced and refreshed in God’s purposes for your church’s music ministry, whatever your size or musical tradition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/Word_In_Song_2025_Website_Graphics_12.png?v=1763262683\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWord In Song Praise Night \u0026amp; Conference Armidale 2026, Australia \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8-9 May 2026 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   |   St Mark's UNEchurch, Armidale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/products\/armidale\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWord In Song Conference Sydney South West 2026, Australia \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e13 June 2026 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   |   Narellan Anglican Church, Sydney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/sydneysw\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWord In Song Conference Geelong 2026, Australia \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e27 June 2026 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   |   City on a Hill, Geelong\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/geelong\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWord In Song Conference Kuala Lumpur 2026, Malaysia \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e25 July 2026 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   |   St Mary's Cathedral, Kuala Lumpur\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/event?action=TEMPLATE\u0026amp;tmeid=NXEydGUyZ2x1ZzgyaWxsa3R0aHBoMHZ0ZTcgY181ZWVkMTliODc1ODI4N2JlOTk3MWJiZGFmMGQ2YjhkNmNmZGYzYmQyM2U1OTQxN2ZlNGMyNjhjODVhM2E4NGVhQGc\u0026amp;tmsrc=c_5eed19b8758287be9971bbdaf0d6b8d6cfdf3bd23e59417fe4c268c85a3a84ea%40group.calendar.google.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eAdd to Calendar\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWord In Song Auckland 2026, New Zealand \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e28-29 August 2026 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   |   Mt Roskill Baptist Church, Auckland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/event?action=TEMPLATE\u0026amp;tmeid=M2xya2hjdTlyMmdjMHJranI2Z2RranVtYjIgY181ZWVkMTliODc1ODI4N2JlOTk3MWJiZGFmMGQ2YjhkNmNmZGYzYmQyM2U1OTQxN2ZlNGMyNjhjODVhM2E4NGVhQGc\u0026amp;tmsrc=c_5eed19b8758287be9971bbdaf0d6b8d6cfdf3bd23e59417fe4c268c85a3a84ea%40group.calendar.google.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eAdd to Calendar\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/Word_In_Song_2025_Art_7.png?v=1731035720\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003eAt the heart of the Word In Song conference is Bible teaching and practical help for your ministry. Three key elements of the day are:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e1. Bible Talk – Our main session is where we sing, meet the team and hear from God’s word about his purposes for the church, music, and worship. The key idea is that our singing is fundamentally a ministry of the word of Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit (Col 3:16; Eph 5:18-20).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e2. Church Music Masterclass – A fun and informative session where we look at how musical ensembles work, especially in the context of congregational singing, and where we talk about how to lead great singing with whatever musical resources you have available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e3. Seminars – Specialist sessions covering a range of practical, theological, and leadership issues, with lots of time for questions and discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/Word_In_Song_2025_Art_Document_A4_3.png?v=1731042303\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003eConference FAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does the ticket price include?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe ticket covers all the sessions across the day, as well as a physical booklet (a digital copy is available for those who want to download it prior to the event) and refreshments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan I bring my child(ren) along?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe can't guarantee that the conference venue will have facilities suitable for kids, but please get in touch with us before the event so that we can look into this for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eShould I bring my instrument along for the seminars?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally, no. But our pre-conference email will let you know if this is an option for your event.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat is your cancellation policy?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eIn the case of cancellation by a delegate, refunds are given until 1 week before the conference, but will incur a $10\/£5 administrative charge. No refunds will be given within 1 week before the event date. In the case of cancellation by us (Emu Music), a full refund will be given. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan Emu run a Word In Song conference at my church?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWe're always happy to talk about training opportunities for churches across the UK, Australia, Europe, and further afield. Please get in touch with us \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/collections\/word-in-song-workshop\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to start a conversation about hosting an event at your church. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"armidale","title":"Word In Song Armidale","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eONE VOICE PRAISE NIGHT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e8 May | 7:30pm - 9:00pm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us for our One Voice Praise Night, a celebration of Emu Music’s 25th anniversary with singing, celebration, and thankfulness. Come on a musical journey to revisit songs from 25 years of gospel-centred music that has served and shaped the singing of the church. Come and be part of this milestone moment as we give thanks for God’s faithfulness and look ahead to what’s next!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/armidale_2.png?v=1771385954\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eWORD IN SONG CONFERENCE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e9 May | 9:30am - 1:00pm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAre you passionate about singing that is deeply rooted in Scripture? The Word in Song Conference is where worship leaders, musicians, and church members come together to be equipped, inspired, and encouraged—helping you and your church grow in a gospel-centered approach to music and ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngaging Sessions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn from experienced speakers and musicians who will share biblical insights and practical skills for leading worship that truly magnifies Christ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical Seminars:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Whether you’re a musician, vocalist, or pastor, our interactive seminars are designed to refine your skills and deepen your understanding of music through a biblical lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeart-felt Singing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Experience passionate, gospel-centered singing led by talented musicians who love to proclaim the truth of God's Word through song.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnriching Fellowship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Connect with other worship leaders, musicians, and church members who share your heart for Christ-centered music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Attend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Emu Word in Song Conference is more than just an event—it's an opportunity to rediscover the beauty and power of Christian singing that is grounded in God’s Word. Gain valuable tools for your ministry, enjoy fellowship with like-minded believers, and leave inspired to serve your church with renewed zeal. Hear more about how others have been equipped and encouraged by the conference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P5Nyd3vUVbk?si=6EkgIoSeHO3aRuUo\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eKeen to bring your team along? Download our event advertising pack here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/WIS_ARMIDALE_Promotion_Files.zip?v=1771386934\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eDownload advertising pack\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t miss out!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Register now and be part of a transformative experience that will help shape the way you sing, lead, and live out the gospel. Group discounts available (\u003ca href=\"#groupdiscount\"\u003eclick here to find out more\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/arm_program.png?v=1771385606\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eSeminar Descriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSong Leading:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn many ways, the song leader is the single most important person in leading great congregational singing. We will look at the biblical basis for having a song leader, but will aim to spend most of our time on the practicalities of how to lead singing well – including mic technique, what to say, and how to teach new material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for singers, song leaders, pastors, service leaders.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusic for Small Gatherings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eave you ever wondered how to lead rich congregational singing with a small church band? While small setups may feel limiting, they hold immense potential for meaningful praise. We’ll explore biblical principles of congregational singing, practical tips for fostering excellence and teamwork, and how small bands can adapt to challenges like limited resources, space, or musicians. Whether you’re a leader, musician, or congregation member, you’ll find encouragement and tools to make your singing experience vibrant and God-glorifying. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHelpful for everyone!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Songs Should We Sing?: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eChoosing songs thoughtfully and intentionally is key to an effective word-based music ministry. However, there are so many songs to consider – and it can be hard to keep our focus on what is important! In this seminar we’ll think about how to create a well-rounded repertoire of songs for our church and talk through all the factors to consider when shaping this list. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for pastors, singers, song leaders, songwriters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSound and Mixing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis session is for sound people and musicians – it is about training your ears and the practical implications of the church being called to hear God’s word: spoken and sung. We will consider how we play for different sized congregations, volume, balance, the critical mass of a space, how to self-mix, ambient sound, and how to foster good relationships between musicians, the tech team, and congregation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for music pastors, musicians, sound technicians.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"border: none;\" height=\"400px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/snazzymaps.com\/embed\/773419\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\" id=\"groupdiscount\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e1. Is there a group discount?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes! Group discounts are applied automatically at checkout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (10% off each ticket for groups of 5-14, and 20% off each ticket for groups of 15+). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/pages\/word-in-song-group-tickets-5\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if your team is 5-14, and please \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/pages\/word-in-song-group-tickets-15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if your team is 15+ to receive your \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eunique code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Who is this conference useful for?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEvery member of a church music team, especially those starting out in this ministry. At nearly every conference we meet someone who tells us they wish they had brought the whole team along - as listening and learning together makes the biggest difference back in your church. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e3. I'm a pastor or service leader - is this conference useful for me?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! The ministry of the word in song flourishes when it deliberately complements the spoken word. As the leader of the congregation's praise under Jesus, we hope you'll see the responsibility and joy of overseeing the music ministry at your church. What's more, your musicians will find it a great encouragement to see you supporting their ministry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e4. I've been doing music for many years. Will I learn anything new?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost definitely. Many people come to Word In Song simply for the refreshment, encouragement and fellowship with those doing similar ministry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e5. We are a small church with few resources - will this day be relevant?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! We love helping smaller churches work out how to effectively use their resources to lead singing. There will be lots of opportunities for applying biblical and practical principles to every context.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Do I need to bring food?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eNo! Refreshments are provided as part of the ticket price. We appreciate your understanding that we can only cater for select dietary requirements. Please note that gluten-free items may be prepared on shared equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eCancellations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelegate cancellations will incur a $10 administration fee. Sorry, no refunds will be given for cancellations within one week of the event. In the event that we need to cancel or postpone the conference, Emu Music will provide a full refund.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eCommunications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy registering you are agreeing to receive communication about this event from Emu Music. 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The Word in Song Conference is a place where worship leaders, musicians, and church members come together to be equipped, inspired, and encouraged—helping you and your church grow in a gospel-centered approach to music and ministry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngaging Sessions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn from experienced speakers and musicians who will share biblical insights and practical skills for leading worship that truly magnifies Christ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical Seminars:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Whether you’re a musician, vocalist, or pastor, our interactive seminars are designed to refine your skills and deepen your understanding of music through a biblical lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeart-felt Singing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Experience passionate, gospel-centered singing led by talented musicians who love to proclaim the truth of God's Word through song.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnriching Fellowship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Connect with other worship leaders, musicians, and church members who share your heart for Christ-centered music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Attend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Emu Word in Song Conference is more than just an event—it's an opportunity to rediscover the beauty and power of Christian singing that is grounded in God’s Word. Gain valuable tools for your ministry, enjoy fellowship with like-minded believers, and leave inspired to serve your church with renewed zeal. Hear more about how others have been equipped and encouraged by the conference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"850\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P5Nyd3vUVbk?si=6EkgIoSeHO3aRuUo\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eKeen to bring your team along? Download our event advertising pack here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/WIS_SYDNEYSW2026_Promotion_Files.zip?v=1773825184\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eDownload advertising pack\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t miss out!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Register now and be part of a transformative experience that will help shape the way you sing, lead, and live out the gospel. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGroup discounts available (\u003ca href=\"#groupdiscount\"\u003eclick here to find out more\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/sth_syd_program_2.png?v=1774408221\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\"\u003eSeminar Descriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Music Masterclass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this session we'll aim to cover everything you’ll ever need to know about leading excellent singing in your church – whatever your church size or preferred style of music! 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We will look at the biblical basis for having a song leader, but will aim to spend most of our time on the practicalities of how to lead singing well – including mic technique, what to say, and how to teach new material. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for singers, song leaders, service leaders, pastors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaring for Your Team\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCaring for your team is a practical and pastoral seminar for anyone leading music ministry. Whether you're overseeing a team of musicians or serving within one, this session explores how to care well for those you lead—spiritually, relationally, and structurally. We’ll look at how to pastor your team in the midst of spiritual challenges, recruit with wisdom, build healthy systems of support, and navigate the often tricky pastoral issues. 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Most importantly we’ll have a go at harmonising in a fun and safe space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for singers and band leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYouth Band: Raising the Next Gen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eInvolving young people in music ministry isn’t just a smart way to grow your team — it’s one of the most powerful ways to disciple the next generation. But turning that vision into reality can be challenging! This session will give you the tools and inspiration to build a vibrant, lasting youth band. 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We will consider how we play for different sized congregations, volume, balance, the critical mass of a space, how to self-mix, ambient sound, and how to foster good relationships between musicians, the tech team, and congregation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for music pastors, musicians, sound technicians.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuitar: From Bedroom to Band:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re strumming alone or playing in a full band, the guitar can be one of the most versatile and expressive tools for leading God’s people in song. This session will help you move beyond playing at home to playing with purpose — supporting and enriching congregational singing. We’ll get practical with tips on using a capo creatively, developing effective strumming patterns, and adapting hymns and modern songs for guitar. Perfect for guitarists wanting to grow in confidence, skill, and musical sensitivity — whether you’re leading solo or as part of a team.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for guitarists and song leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServices that Sing: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow thoughtful song choices can bring your service to life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery church, whether traditional or informal, uses songs to tell the story of the gospel and draw people into the Word. But how we \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echoose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e those songs can make all the difference. In this practical session, we’ll look at how songs can connect the different parts of a service, reinforce key themes, and help your congregation engage more deeply. You’ll come away with ideas and tools to plan services that are engaging, encouraging, and glorifying.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePerfect for anyone involved in choosing songs, leading services, or shaping the flow of your church gatherings.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\" id=\"groupdiscount\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"border: none;\" height=\"400px\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/snazzymaps.com\/embed\/780049\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\" id=\"groupdiscount\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e1. Is there a group discount?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes! Group discounts are available at checkout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (10% off each ticket for groups of 5-14, and 20% off each ticket for groups of 15+). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/pages\/word-in-song-group-tickets-5\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if your team is 5-14, and please \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/pages\/word-in-song-group-tickets-15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if your team is 15+ and receive your unique discount code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Who is this conference useful for?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEvery member of a church music team, especially those starting out in this ministry. At nearly every conference we meet someone who tells us they wish they had brought the whole team along - as listening and learning together makes the biggest difference back in your church. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e3. I'm a pastor or service leader - is this conference useful for me?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! The ministry of the word in song flourishes when it deliberately complements the spoken word. As the leader of the congregation's praise under Jesus, we hope you'll see the responsibility and joy of overseeing the music ministry at your church. What's more, your musicians will find it a great encouragement to see you supporting their ministry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e4. I've been doing music for many years. Will I learn anything new?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost definitely. Many people come to Word In Song simply for the refreshment, encouragement and fellowship with those doing similar ministry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e5. We are a small church with few resources - will this day be relevant?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! We love helping smaller churches work out how to effectively use their resources to lead singing. There will be lots of opportunities for applying biblical and practical principles to every context.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Do I need to bring food?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eNo! Refreshments and lunch are all provided as part of the ticket price. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWe appreciate your understanding that we can only cater for select dietary requirements. Please note that gluten-free items may be prepared on shared equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 209, 0);\"\u003eCancellations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelegate cancellations will incur a $10 administration fee. Sorry, no refunds will be given for cancellations within one week of the event. 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Gain valuable tools for your ministry, enjoy fellowship with like-minded believers, and leave inspired to serve your church with renewed zeal. Hear more about how others have been equipped and encouraged by the conference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P5Nyd3vUVbk?si=6EkgIoSeHO3aRuUo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eKeen to bring your team along? Download our event advertising pack here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/WIS_GEELONG_Promotion_Files.zip?v=1777940774\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"btn default\"\u003eDownload advertising pack\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t miss out!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Register now and be part of a transformative experience that will help shape the way you sing, lead, and live out the gospel. Group discounts available (\u003ca href=\"#groupdiscount\"\u003eclick here to find out more\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1770\/files\/gee_program.png?v=1777940509\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(239, 208, 11);\"\u003eSeminar Descriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSong Leading:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn many ways, the song leader is the single most important person in leading great congregational singing. We will look at the biblical basis for having a song leader, but will aim to spend most of our time on the practicalities of how to lead singing well – including mic technique, what to say, and how to teach new material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for singers, song leaders, pastors, service leaders.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeading from Piano and Guitar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany of our churches have just these two instruments, so how do we make the most of them? And how do we lead in a dynamic, engaged, complimentary way from these instruments? In this seminar, we'll unpack both the harmonic and rhythmic elements of great congregational leading, and provide the tools for pianists and guitarists to understand each other better and play together well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for guitarists, pianists, band leaders.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Songs Should We Sing?: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eChoosing songs thoughtfully and intentionally is key to an effective word-based music ministry. However, there are so many songs to consider – and it can be hard to keep our focus on what is important! In this seminar we’ll think about how to create a well-rounded repertoire of songs for our church and talk through all the factors to consider when shaping this list. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for pastors, singers, song leaders, songwriters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSound and Mixing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis session is for sound people and musicians – it is about training your ears and the practical implications of the church being called to hear God’s word: spoken and sung. We will consider how we play for different sized congregations, volume, balance, the critical mass of a space, how to self-mix, ambient sound, and how to foster good relationships between musicians, the tech team, and congregation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelpful for music pastors, musicians, sound technicians.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/snazzymaps.com\/embed\/790391\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400px\" style=\"border:none;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan id=\"groupdiscount\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e1. Is there a group discount?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes! Group discounts are applied automatically at checkout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (10% off each ticket for groups of 5-14, and 20% off each ticket for groups of 15+). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/pages\/word-in-song-group-tickets-5\" class=\"text-link\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if your team is 5-14, and please \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emumusic.com\/pages\/word-in-song-group-tickets-15\" class=\"text-link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if your team is 15+ to receive your \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eunique code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Who is this conference useful for?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEvery member of a church music team, especially those starting out in this ministry. At nearly every conference we meet someone who tells us they wish they had brought the whole team along - as listening and learning together makes the biggest difference back in your church. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e3. I'm a pastor or service leader - is this conference useful for me?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! The ministry of the word in song flourishes when it deliberately complements the spoken word. As the leader of the congregation's praise under Jesus, we hope you'll see the responsibility and joy of overseeing the music ministry at your church. What's more, your musicians will find it a great encouragement to see you supporting their ministry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e4. I've been doing music for many years. Will I learn anything new?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost definitely. Many people come to Word In Song simply for the refreshment, encouragement and fellowship with those doing similar ministry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e5. We are a small church with few resources - will this day be relevant?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! We love helping smaller churches work out how to effectively use their resources to lead singing. There will be lots of opportunities for applying biblical and practical principles to every context.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Do I need to bring food?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eNo! Refreshments are provided as part of the ticket price. We appreciate your understanding that we can only cater for select dietary requirements. Please note that gluten-free items may be prepared on shared equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eCancellations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelegate cancellations will incur a $10 administration fee. Sorry, no refunds will be given for cancellations within one week of the event. In the event that we need to cancel or postpone the conference, Emu Music will provide a full refund.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 223, 0);\"\u003eCommunications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy registering you are agreeing to receive communication about this event from Emu Music. 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