ALCM nurtures and equips musicians 

to serve and lead the church’s song. 

The church’s song takes many forms

and is expressed in many ways.

ALCM offers practical education programs

and diverse resources

through conferences, 

publications,

and fellowship

to serve musicians of all types

from paid professionals 

to volunteers.

By connecting servant leaders to one another

and by cultivating their musical gifts,

ALCM supports worshipping communities

in the proclamation of the gospel.

The Association of Lutheran Church Musicians

Music is a vital expression of Lutheran worship. The church’s song takes many forms and is expressed in many ways. By sharing the knowledge, experience and passion that honor our heritage and inspire our future, ALCM nurtures and equips those who lead music in worship. ALCM offers practical education programs and diverse resources through conferences, publications and fellowship to serve musicians of all types – from paid professionals to volunteers. By connecting servant leaders to one another and by cultivating their musical gifts, ALCM supports worshipping communities in the proclamation of the gospel.

 

Registration is now open!

Join us on the campus of Valparaiso University and the beautiful Chapel of the Resurrection as we Ponder Anew how to communicate God’s saving grace to all peoples in meaningful, relevant ways. The emphasis of this conference is on practical skill-building. Learn more at alcm.org/2024-valparaiso.

Worship Streams & Recordings

Here is a list of ALCM member-led worship streams and recordings.

 

Membership in ALCM

Learn about the many benefits of membership in ALCM and/or apply to become a member.

 

Advertise

Explore the advertising opportunities available in ALCM print & electronic publications.

 

Marketplace

Issues of ALCM publications, recordings of hymn festivals, and other ALCM branded products are available in the Marketplace.

Donate to ALCM

Your donation to ALCM will help advance our mission to equip musicians for service in the church.

 

“What Wondrous Love”

Did you miss the 2023 biennial conference in Philadelphia? You can still purchase a virtual registration, which will give you access to all recorded events: workshops, plenaries, reading sessions, worship services, and concerts. Click to purchase all conference recordings.

ALCM Community

Fourth Fridays:  “Talk shop” and socialize with other ALCM members live on the fourth Friday of every month at 6PM ET on Zoom.

Virtual Hymns

These three ALCM virtual hymns are available for use with no additional permission.
Angels We Have Heard on High
Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
O Day, Full of Grace

 

A new set of resources developed to assist congregations in the process of searching for and hiring a musician.

Publications

Members receive the journal CrossAccent as well as the more practical In Tempo, both published three times per year. In addition, a monthly e-newsletter keeps members and others up to date on news and events.

What’s new for members?

Members must log in to access the following:

Spanish resources

Newest In Tempo and CrossAccent issues

Member Quicklinks

Renew my membership

Edit my contact information

Upcoming Events

Dec
6
Wed
2023
12:00 pm Kokomo, IN @ Christ Lutheran Church
Kokomo, IN @ Christ Lutheran Church
Dec 6 @ 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
Kokomo, IN @ Christ Lutheran Church
Please mark your calendars for 3 Advent Recitals! The artists include Sarah Williams, organ, on Wednesday, December 6, Catherine Trout Musselman, piano & harp, on December 12, and Travis Person, organ, on December 20. The[...]
Dec
17
Sun
2023
3:00 pm Third Annual Christmas Concert @ Joy Lutheran Church
Third Annual Christmas Concert @ Joy Lutheran Church
Dec 17 @ 3:00 pm
The Christmas concert has always delighted its attendees and this year will be no exception. A wide variety of musical talent at JOY brings to you the sounds and songs of the season. Take a[...]
Jan
15
Mon
2024
7:00 pm Concert – Charles Lazarus, trump... @ Advent Lutheran Church
Concert – Charles Lazarus, trump... @ Advent Lutheran Church
Jan 15 @ 7:00 pm
Performing in Advent Lutheran 2023-2024 Organ Concert Series
Jan
21
Sun
2024
3:00 pm In the Bleak Midwinter @ Joy Lutheran Church
In the Bleak Midwinter @ Joy Lutheran Church
Jan 21 @ 3:00 pm
JOY’s principal accompanist, Silas Daniel, shares a special program of piano music that includes some you’ve probably never heard, some you’ve probably definitely heard, and other favorites of his that fall in between.
Feb
10
Sat
2024
8:30 am Lansing, MI @ Our Savior Lutheran
Lansing, MI @ Our Savior Lutheran
Feb 10 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Register online Apply for scholarship Hearts • Hands • Voices Come for a day of application-based learning to help develop and refine skills for leading the church’s song. With sessions focused on organ and handbells,[...]
Feb
21
Wed
2024
12:00 pm Kokomo, IN @ Christ Lutheran Church
Kokomo, IN @ Christ Lutheran Church
Feb 21 @ 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
Kokomo, IN @ Christ Lutheran Church
Please mark your calendars for our Lenten Recital Series! The concerts begin at 12:10 p.m. and last approximately 30-45 minutes in length. The artists include Michael Messina, organ, on Wednesday, February 21, Marko Petricic, organ,[...]
Feb
25
Sun
2024
3:00 pm Concert – Brenda Portman, organ @ Advent Lutheran Church
Concert – Brenda Portman, organ @ Advent Lutheran Church
Feb 25 @ 3:00 pm
Performing in Advent Lutheran 2023-2024 Organ Concert Series

ALCM members are . . .

  • Organists, pianists, choir directors, instrumentalists, praise band and instrumental ensemble leaders, and handbell directors
  • Lutherans and non-Lutherans working in Lutheran and non-Lutheran congregations
  • Full-time, part-time, volunteer, retired church musicians, and others who share an interest in music in the Lutheran tradition
  • Musicians, pastors, teachers, choir members, worship and music committee members, and other interested lay people
  • Musicians with a high level of training, musicians with a modest amount of training, and musicians who are primarily self-trained