The Conservatory seeks to bring each of its students to an intellectual understanding of the theoretical, historical, and stylistic aspects of musical practice; to relate each of these to the vast literature of music; and to demand the highest level possible of technical and artistic achievement in performance, composition, and teaching. Most importantly, the Conservatory seeks to undertake this task in light of a biblical perspective which describes the making of music as an act of worship and service, calls for excellence in stewardship, and relates all of human creativity to God as Creator.