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Empowering Congregational Worship Through Music

Serving Clergy, Musicians & Congregations

Home of the Sacred Music Library

Including nearly 35,000 Choral Anthems & 30,000 Organ Compositions online

About the Church Music Institute

Informed by the Past, Committed to the Present, Preparing for the Future

The Church Music Institute (CMI) is dedicated to the advancement and stewardship of the best* sacred music for use in Christian congregations.  CMI prepares new generations of clergy, musicians, and laypersons to lead worship through workshops, seminary courses, online courses, hymn festivals, and other learning opportunities in a national venue.  CMI created and maintains an indispensable, unique library of choral and organ music that may be accessed online or in person at the Institute.

*Click here for definition of "best".

Become a member of CMI

Use the comprehensive, one-of-a-kind library of sacred choral and organ music in planning for worship to meet the needs of your individual congregation.
Experience personalized instruction from CMI staff, professional experts, and colleagues that offers inspiration and reinforcement in your field of expertise.
Receive CMI newsletters and professional guidance from online resources such as worship planning, scripture, lectionary, organ building, professional and denominational organizations, music publishers, copyright and reprint information.

The Church Music Institute Library

The Church Music Institute contains a vetted, one-of-a-kind library of sacred choral and organ compositions for congregational worship. The library assists worship planners in creating cohesive sung and spoken worship. The library may be accessed online or in person at the Institute.

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If you are a musician, clergy, or layperson in the church, CMI invites you to stay in touch by subscribing to our newsletter.

Events & Workshops

Service Playing So No One Can Keep from Singing
Location: Online
Sat, Feb 28, 2026 - Sat, Feb 28, 2026

Organist and composer Bruce Neswick will lead “Service Playing So No One Can Keep from Singing”.

Join the Church Music Institute now!

CMI is dedicated to the advancement and stewardship of sacred music for Christian congregations. At CMI, our goal is to equip clergy, musicians and congregants to create transcendent and transformational worship for congregations.

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