SCROGGINS SHERMAN A.
Lithonia
Summary
Accomplished Musical Director with a proven track record of enhancing worship experiences through innovative music integration. Expert in choral directing and vocal coaching, fostering artistic growth and teamwork. I have thirty plus years experience in Music Ministry. Working with the Baptist , Methodist, COCIC faith. Worked with the Music Ministry Voices of Discipleship for several years when I resided in Alabama, whereas we conducted gospel music workshops in Bottrop , Germany, and Madrid , Spain. Overall my goal is to please God with all of my skills and abilities which He’s abundantly blessed me with. And to be a blessing to His people.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Musical Director
Church of Higher Aspirations FGF
McDonough, GA
02.2025 - Current
Responsible for conducting weekly choir rehearsals
Prepared songs for Sunday service
Submitted songs for projection for congregation participation
Prepared special songs for Easter/ Christmas services
Capable of conducting workshops in preparation for Spring / Winter concerts
Also available for funerals / weddings , separate rates apply
- Mentored emerging musicians, fostering growth in their skills and confidence.
- Implemented innovative practices to improve overall worship experience through music integration.
- Liaised with church leadership to align musical direction with congregation vision and values.
- Evaluated performance outcomes, making adjustments to enhance overall musical effectiveness and engagement.
Musical Director
People Of God's Choice Church
Stockbridge, GA
04.2014 - 10.2019
- Enhanced musical performances by conducting comprehensive rehearsals and providing constructive feedback to performers.
- Cultivated a positive working environment within ensembles by promoting open communication amongst all members.
- Mentored up-and-coming musicians through private lessons, fostering their growth as artists and performers.
- Analyzed audience feedback after each performance or event to make necessary adjustments that would lead to improved worship experiences.
- Increased ensemble proficiency by implementing rigorous audition processes for potential members.
- Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
- Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections.
- Conducted rehearsals, ensuring cohesive musical performances aligned with service themes.
- Collaborated with choir members to enhance vocal techniques and group dynamics.
- Developed seasonal music programming, selecting appropriate repertoire for worship services.
Musical Director
New Horizon Baptist
Atlanta, GA
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducted rehearsals, ensuring cohesive musical performances aligned with service themes.
- Collaborated with choir members to enhance vocal techniques and group dynamics.
- Developed seasonal music programming, selecting appropriate repertoire for worship services.
- Coordinated audio-visual aspects of services, optimizing sound quality and presentation.
- Analyzed new incoming choir members vocal ability
- Capable of teaching parts: Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass
- Develop Praise and Worship Teams
Education
High School Diploma -
Phillips High School
Birmingham06.1990
Skills
- Artistic vision
- Stage presence
- Choral directing
- Orchestral conducting
- Vocal coaching
- Rehearsal management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Songwriting
- Self motivation
Timeline
Musical Director
Church of Higher Aspirations FGF
02.2025 - Current
Musical Director
New Horizon Baptist
03.2018 - 07.2019
Musical Director
People Of God's Choice Church
04.2014 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Phillips High School