A System Connecting Churches with Instrumental and Vocal Majors

1. Overview

Many churches and cathedrals face a shortage of accompanists, especially during youth or adult group services, a problem exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This idea proposes a system connecting instrumental/vocal majors to churches and cathedrals to address these challenges.

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2. Key Features

1. Target Groups:
   • Churches/Cathedrals: Enhance worship services with musical accompaniment.
   • Instrumental/Vocal Majors: Pianists, drummers, guitarists, and vocalists.
2. Operation Method:
   • Funded by churches or cathedrals as part of their operational budget.
   • Recruiting students via university music departments, YouTube, and streamer platforms.
3. Output:
   • Higher-quality worship services.
   • Career-building performance opportunities for students.

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3. Market Analysis

• Challenges:
  • Decreased attendance and accompanist shortages due to COVID-19.
• Solution:
  • Connect professional musicians with religious institutions to enhance service quality.
• Expected Benefits:
  • Increased congregation attendance and satisfaction.

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4. Business Model

• Revenue Source: Funding from churches and cathedrals.
• Service Offerings: Weekly or monthly musical performances.
• Additional Benefits: Opportunities to attract friends, families, and new congregants.

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5. Expected Benefits

• Improved worship experiences for congregations.
• Career opportunities for music students.
• Growth in church/cathedral membership.