MT Conference

Breakout Tracks

Getting Started With Tracks
Plug & Play: Your First Week with MultiTracks.com
A beginner’s track designed to get you Sunday-ready with confidence.
Lead by: Kristian Ponsford, Matt Bell, + MultiTracks.com Team
Part 1
Getting Started
Overview of the Ecosystem
We’ll kick things off by showing you the big picture. You’ll see how tracks, charts, RehearsalMix, and Playback all fit together, and we’ll walk you through setting up your first account and building your first set. Think of this as the on-ramp to everything MultiTracks.com offers.
Part 2
Playback Made Simple
Lead Your Set with Confidence
Playback doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this session, you’ll learn how to build a setlist, adjust arrangements on the fly, and sync everything with your charts. By the end, you’ll know how to run Playback in a way that feels natural and reliable every time you hit play.
Part 3
Equipping Your Team
Rehearsal that Actually Works
Your team should walk into rehearsal prepared, not stressed. We’ll show you how to use ChartBuilder, RehearsalMix, and Cloud Pro to share parts and give everyone the tools they need. The result? Rehearsals that feel smooth, efficient, and fun — and a band that feels confident for Sunday.
Part 4
The Connected Stage
Next Steps & MD Basics
Once you’re comfortable with the essentials, it’s time to dream bigger. We’ll introduce you to the Connected Stage, where charts, tracks, lyrics, and even lighting all work together. You’ll also learn the basics of stepping into the MD role — leading your band with confidence, keeping everyone on track, and making room for flexibility in worship.
Digital Resources for Worship Teams | MultiTracks.com
Discover quality resources for worship songs that help you lead worship well. MultiTracks, Charts, Patches, and instrument parts in RehearsalMix.
Music Director Track
Direct the Moment: Advanced Training for Music Directors
A track for MDs who want to sharpen their skills, lead their team with clarity, and take worship to the next level.
Lead by: Tyler Logan, Chris Baker, Jessica Stropko, Kristian Ponsford
Part 1
What Makes a Great MD?
Panel with Industry Experts
Hear from seasoned MDs, touring musicians, and worship leaders about what it really takes to thrive in this role. We’ll talk about musical excellence, communication on stage, building trust with your team, and how to lead while still serving the room. This is your chance to learn from the best and walk away with practical takeaways you can apply right away.
Part 2
Leading the Band in Real Time
Talkback, Cues & Team Leadership
An MD does more than call cues — they create confidence. In this session we’ll unpack talkback strategies, communication styles, and how to keep your band locked in while staying sensitive to what God is doing in the room. You’ll also see how technology (like Click, Guide, and Playback) supports freedom instead of limiting it.
Part 3
Playback vs. Ableton
Arrangement View, Session View, or Something New?
There’s more than one way to run tracks. In this class we’ll compare Playback and Ableton head-to-head, exploring the strengths of each and when to use them. Whether you’re comfortable in Ableton’s Session/Arrangement Views or you’re curious about why so many churches are switching to Playback, you’ll walk away with clarity on the right tool for your team — and how to use it well.
Part 4
The MD Toolkit
Gear, Tips & More
Every great MD has a set of tools that make the job easier — from in-ears and talkback mics to MIDI controllers, foot pedals, and workflows that keep things seamless. In this session we’ll open up the MD “gear bag,” share secret tips from pros, and give you practical setups you can take home to your team.
Leadership Track
Live-Lead-Repeat: Create a Leadership Lifestyle that Lasts
Discover the Mindset and models that keep leadership healthy and effective.
Lead by: Chris Kuti, Michael Bethany, Walker Beach, Luke Hellebronth
Part 1
The Leadership Reset
How to Work in Ministry Without Burning Out
Too many leaders carry burdens God never asked them to carry. In this session, you’ll learn how to reset your perspective on worship leadership, release unhealthy expectations, and create boundaries that protect your heart and team. Walk away with clear strategies to stay energized and effective in ministry for the long haul.
Part 2
Craft Your Leadership Life-Cycle
Build a Lifestyle and Leadership Model that Lasts
Worship ministry doesn’t have to drain you—healthy systems and schedules can help you flourish. Discover weekly practices and sacred patterns that keep your ministry organized, strengthen your team, and create a flow that lasts in every season. You’ll walk away with practical tools to build a life-cycle of leadership that sustains both you and those you lead.
Part 3
Tension to Trust
In Tune: Senior Pastor – Worship Pastor Relationships
Senior pastors and worship pastors often face unique challenges in communication and leadership. This session will show you how to move from conflict to collaboration, building a relationship rooted in humility, honor, and shared vision that strengthens the entire church.
Part 4
Division to Vision
In Tune: Senior Pastor – Worship Pastor Relationships cont.
Trust opens the door for vision to enter. In this session we’ll explore how pastors and worship leaders can move beyond past struggles to build a worship culture that inspires unity, ignites passion, and propels ministry forward.

Masterclasses

Experience powerful masterclasses each afternoon, led by world-class worship leaders and ministry experts.
Songwriting 101
A masterclass on the heart and craft of worship songwriting. Learn practical tools to create songs that are biblically grounded, poetically creative, and globally relevant. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike.
Matt Redman – Worship Leader & Songwriter
Vocal Booth
This session equips worship leaders and vocalists to steward their voice with excellence. Learn vocal health, leadership presence, and how to lead with clarity and confidence.
Jeremiah Woods – Worship Leader & Songwriter; CEO, Freedom Aloud Company; Co‑Founder, Vocal Booth
Sound Design
Learn how sound design can transform musical storytelling. This session offers practical skills and creative insights for worship leaders, musicians, and composers to enhance expression and elevate performance.
Anthony Catacoli – Associate Product Manager for Sounds, MultiTracks
Songwriting 201
Take your songwriting deeper with by exploring lyrical refinement, authentic storytelling, and creative arranging to craft songs that move hearts and shape culture.
Luke Hellebronth – Worship Leader & Songwriter; Rockharbor Church (Costa Mesa, CA)
Tech Tour with Sweetwater & Celebration Church: Behind the Scenes of Production
Go behind the scenes of worship production with Sweetwater and Celebration Church. Explore gear, systems, and workflows that power Sunday services, from FOH consoles to LED walls. Gain practical insights to elevate your church’s production.
Jeff Barnett – Director of Worship Sales, Sweetwater and Christian Acevedo – Technical Director, Celebration Church
Fostering a Songwriting Culture in Your Church
Learn strategies to build a thriving songwriting culture in your church. Discover how to foster creativity, collaboration, and spiritual formation while aligning songs with your congregation’s heart.
Stephen Brewster – Creative Leadership Coach & Consultant; Founder, The Harmony Group
Pro Behind the Show
How to Prep Your Service in Minutes Not Hours
Michael Seale - Director of Support, Renewed Vision and Mitchell McGhee - Director of Business Development, Renewed Vision
Making the Most of Planning Center Services
Planning your worship services and scheduling your teams can be overwhelming. Planning Center Services provides a centralized platform for both you and your teams to access personalized schedules, service information, and rehearsal files at any time. This class covers intermediate and advanced functionality to make sure you are getting the most out of Planning Center Services and Music Stand.
Aaron Stewart – Co-Founder, Planning Center