What makes Credo totally unique among professional level programs is Credo's celebration of musical excellence as a gift of the Spirit. Credo successfully brings together students from a wide variety of faith backgrounds in pursuit of understanding and implementation of the principles of compassion, selflessness, discipline and universal love. Led from a non denominational Christian perspective, the daily Morning Sing group devotional sets a positive context for coachings, rehearsals, lessons, recreation and informal discussion. Students also set aside one day per week for service to others in nursing homes and various service organizations in order to cultivate an attitude of giving back to others. Credo's conscious redefinition of "success" produces amazing results in its students: significant musical growth and a new understanding of the joys and responsibilities of artistic excellence. The often life-changing experience of Credo helps its students be more engaging members of their communities, families and musical ensembles.

Credo's mission is threefold:
• Develop the gift of music
• Acknowledge the Source of the gift
• Respond with service

Angelos Mission Ensemble (AME)
Angelos Mission Ensemble is a New Jersey-based, Christian chamber music program developed to nurture and train young musicians in leadership, character building, and musicianship. AME’s mission is to provide a supportive environment where each student’s musical and spiritual development are encouraged through chamber music and in-depth discussion. Through fun activities, positive interactions and friendships that form, this chamber music program encourages values such as responsibility, leadership, cooperation, collaboration and harmony.

Every year, for 8-10 weeks beginning in October through mid-December, students from age 10 to 18 learn from a structured, themed curriculum taught by critically acclaimed, professional musicians. Each season culminates with public concerts in venues such as churches, local hospitals and nursing homes.

Located just across the GW Bridge, this program is easy to attend for students from both NY and NJ. Regardless of a students’ musical or spiritual background, all are welcome.