INSPIRING EXCELLENCE. IGNITING PURPOSE.
Private lessons available for piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, guitar and music theory as well as group acting classes!
About the Conservatory of Music & Fine Arts
At the Conservatory of Music and Fine Arts at First Redeemer Church, we cultivate creativity and nurture talent in a Christ-centered environment where students of all ages are equipped to glorify God through the arts. Whether through instrumental music lessons or group drama classes, our conservatory provides expert instruction that blends technical mastery with spiritual growth. Designed to enrich the soul and sharpen the skill, our programs inspire students to pursue artistic excellence and serve with purpose in their church, community, and beyond. Discover a place where faith and artistry flourish together.
HISTORY
The First Redeemer Church Conservatory of Music & Fine Arts is a division of the Worship & Music Ministry. The Conservatory seeks to help all students develop their talents to use for God’s glory. The Conservatory is staffed by qualified Christian teachers desiring to provide and environment for students to grow musically and spiritually.
MISSION
As part of fulfilling the Great Commission, the Conservatory is a musical outreach and leadership development component of FRC, helping individuals connect to God through His son, Jesus Christ, and teaching our students the art of worship through instrumental, vocal and drama performance.
STUDENT PLEDGE
Students, remember that your parents are making sacrifices on your behalf every time you are here for a lesson. Please honor your mother and father by showing your appreciation. One way to do that is to take advantage of this opportunity to learn and master an instrument by practicing and being prepared for your lessons. These lessons are an investment in your future and your success is directly related to the effort you put in. Please let us know if we can help you in any way,
KAREN BUNDY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Karen received her Bachelors of Music Education from the University of Memphis. She taught High School and Middle School Bands at Briarcrest Christian School, in Memphis, Tennessee and Northpoint Christian School, in Southaven, Mississippi. Karen was called into the ministry and served at Germantown Baptist Church, Germantown, Tennessee as the Worship & Music Associate where she directed the Orchestra, Youth Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra, and oversaw the Children’s Choirs and the Conservatory of Music. She also served at Brentwood Baptist Church, in Brentwood, Tennessee as the Worship and Music Associate. Karen has been on staff at First Redeemer Church for 9 years serving as the Conservatory of Music & Fine Arts, Executive Director.
ANNABELLE KING, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Annabelle has been attending First Redeemer since 2020, where she has served in the children’s ministry for several years. She participated in the Conservatory through all four years of high-school through Acting Up, taking part in five mainstage shows and attending Junior Theater Festival three times. Among others, she held roles in Into the Woods Jr. and Mary Poppins. Annabelle is pursuing writing and is especially interested in children’s literature. Some of her other interests include reading, baking, and taking road trips with her family. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 1:6, which speaks to the changes God is constantly making inside all of us as we grow closer to Him. “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”
