"Seasons of Celebration"
2026 Annual Church Music Workshop
The 2026 Annual Church Music Workshop will bring together youth and adults for a week filled with inspiration, deep connections, creativity and learning. All who attend will be immersed in music and arts through classes, rehearsals, and daily worship in a safe place to gather, to share, and to connect.
The Workshop is a multi-generational event hosted by the Florida Chapter of the Fellowship of Worship Artists at the beautiful Warren Willis Conference Center in Fruitland Park, FL. This annual event is designed for singers, guitarists, drummers, dancers, bell ringers, worship leaders, music directors, organists, and pastors who seek growth and renewal. The event - and the Fellowship - welcomes church staff and church volunteers from all denominations.
The 2026 Annual Church Music Workshop offers its participants the opportunity to work with and learn from renowned leaders in the worship arts, connect with others who have similar passions, and be refreshed and renewed in a sacred space. It is a safe place for youth and adults to share their talents, develop their skills, and discover new gifts in all areas of the worship arts.
The Workshop is a multi-generational event hosted by the Florida Chapter of the Fellowship of Worship Artists at the beautiful Warren Willis Conference Center in Fruitland Park, FL. This annual event is designed for singers, guitarists, drummers, dancers, bell ringers, worship leaders, music directors, organists, and pastors who seek growth and renewal. The event - and the Fellowship - welcomes church staff and church volunteers from all denominations.
The 2026 Annual Church Music Workshop offers its participants the opportunity to work with and learn from renowned leaders in the worship arts, connect with others who have similar passions, and be refreshed and renewed in a sacred space. It is a safe place for youth and adults to share their talents, develop their skills, and discover new gifts in all areas of the worship arts.
Event Highlights
- Inspiring intergenerational worship services with diverse music and arts and powerful preaching
- Singing in a choral ensemble under the direction of our renowned clinicians
- Wide array of workshop options to develop skills or learn new skills
- Exciting ensemble options include handbells, orchestra, hand-drumming, guitar, sign language, dance, drama, and altarscapes
- Choral & Handbell reading sessions
- Combined Intergenerational Concert featuring our ensembles
- Youth Talent Show
- Campfire with S'mores
- And lots more...
Meet Our Clinicans
Joseph Martin
Adult Choral Clinician |
James Wells
Youth Choral Clinician |
Lloyd Larson
Handbell Clinician |
Rev. Bryant Manning
Youth Worship Pastor |
Important Details
Dates: June 8 - 13 2026 (Monday thru Saturday)
Location: Warren Willis United Methodist Conference Center
4991 Picciola Rd, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Ages for Youth: Rising 6th through rising 12th Grade (in summer 2026)
Ages for Adults: Any & All!
Location: Warren Willis United Methodist Conference Center
4991 Picciola Rd, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Ages for Youth: Rising 6th through rising 12th Grade (in summer 2026)
Ages for Adults: Any & All!
Accommodations
The entire event, including accommodations, takes place at the Warren Willis Conference Center, allowing for easy access from your room to the Dining Hall and all workshop activities. The rooms include two twin XL beds, a full bathroom, bed linens, towels, ceiling fan, wireless internet, and climate control. The Dining Hall serves an array of meals and includes a salad bar with lunch and dinner. The Conference Center is located on Lake Griffin, which allows for beautiful walks and scenery. Walk the labyrinth, spend time on the dock, or swing beneath the trees as you enjoy this sacred space.
Registration Coming Soon
