This is a great class for worshipers to improve their understanding of music. This is a biblically based course about Music Theory and how you can apply it to worship. Our passion is to help Christians worship God through the arts, and music theory is the basic foundation you need in music. This class is for anyone wanting to learn about music theory and how to apply their knowledge and understanding in worship. Worshipers, worship leaders, prayer room musicians. The course will equip you to understand basic music theory and enable you to improve your excellence in worship. 

School Leader and Teacher Information: 

Teacher Information - Joyce Meade 

Joyce Meade joined Youth With A Mission in 2001, and has taught music theory for years, including in YWAM Schools of Music Ministry (SMM). She has taught with the University of the Nations and traveled widely as Assistant Dean of College of Arts and Sports in University of Nations helping to establish new training programs and strengthening existing ones in fine art, dance, music and sports. Joyce has her BA in Music Education. 

Joyce organized and directed children's orchestra - Manchester Junior Symphony and partnering adult orchestra Manchester Community Orchestra. Founding member of Sammamish Symphony Orchestra in Seattle area. Currently Joyce is the Director Symphony of Nations which she founded in 2002 and is serving as a musicianary in David’s Tent in Washington D.C.  

School Leader - Dr. Rev. Diane Wigstone

Dr. Rev. Diane Wigstone is the current Director of YWAM Hollywood. She worked with the School of Music Ministries International to develop and teach Music & Worship schools all over the world. 

Diane is a worship leader, singer, songwriter, and recorded artist. Diane has taught with the University of the Nations for many years. She has traveled to over 60 countries and has trained students from over 100 countries. 

Diane has her Bachelor’s (BBA), Master’s (MBA), and Doctorate in Business (DBA).

This is a biblically based course about Ancient Art from The Creation up to the advent of the Intertesamental period. It teaches art history and how God has moved through the arts, and been present within art throughout human history. The course will equip students to understand visual arts through Bible teachings and enable students to impart and teach art in various cultural settings. The course will expose and train students concerning ancient art history integrated with biblical understanding and reference. Students will learn about the beginnings of foundations and cultures through the context of the art world. Students will become familiar with how ancient art coordinates with the Bible and promotes student growth as a disciple of Jesus Christ. 

Teacher Information: Gene Berryhill has three degrees in art/design/art history and extensive experience as a professor teaching in Universities in California, Germany, Bulgaria, China, Hawaii, New York, and Pennsylvania. She has taught courses at numerous Universities over the years, including at UofN, Biola, Belmont, and is still currently teaching as Full Professor of Art History at the University of Maryland-UMUC through their online course curriculum. She is the recipient of two academic awards for "in the field" professional projects. Gene became a Fulbright Senior Scholar in 2003, 2005 to Germany and Bulgaria in 2010 and 2016-17. Gene was a recipient of an NEH collaborative research grant (2006-2009). Gene is a highly sought after University professor with extensive experience teaching online classes.

She is also a successful practitioner in her fields of study. Gene is a professional artist and photographer, with exhibition credits all over the world. Gene is also a professional musician and tours internationally with the band the “The Surfaris” with their classic hit, “Wipe Out,” written by her husband Bob Berryhill. They were inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2019.

But, perhaps more important than all of the items on her extensive and impressive resume, is that Gene loves Jesus, and has a vibrant walk with God.

All your life you have dreamed of writing your first book. You want to share with others what God has done in your life, or what God has taught you. Now is the time. We are excited to show you how you can make your dreams come true! This course, “How to Write Your Nonfiction Book,” will teach you the process you need to know to write your book so that you can impact the world for Christ. 

This course is taught by Dr. Rev. Diane Wigstone, through written material, prerecorded video, and/or prerecorded audio teaching. Therefore, all course content is available for you to read, watch, or listen to, whenever works best for your schedule. The class is set up so that each student can work at their own pace. We work with each student individually to review and grade their completed homework. 

The class is divided into 6 sections. There are 21 class sessions that have homework related to writing your book. 

The class tuition includes the required 21 chapter textbook, which is a fill in the blank pdf eBook Workbook that goes along with your homework for each session.

* Students Must Complete the course within 3 Months after Enrollment Date to receive credit for the course. 

The class is a 3 unit college credit course through the University of the Nations. The University of the Nations classes that are offered through YWAM Hollywood are $468 per credit unit, so the 3 unit course is $1404. The course is set up to be completed in 3 months, but you can apply for an extension if needed.

Teacher Information: Dr. Rev. Diane Wigstone has taught with the University of the Nations for many years. She has traveled to over 60 countries and has trained students from over 100 countries. Diane has her Bachelor’s (BBA), Master’s (MBA), and Doctorate in Business (DBA). She is the current Director of YWAM Hollywood. Diane is the author and creator of over 50 books. She is President of the Kingdom Enterprises International Publishing Company.