Christopher Ervin

Christopher L. Ervin, a Charlotte, NC native, is a multifaceted talent in the gospel music industry—serving as a singer, songwriter, vocal instructor, and producer. A graduate of North Carolina A&T State University with a degree in music, he directed the award-winning Fellowship Gospel Choir and earned accolades including the prestigious Bill Cosby scholarship. Further honing his craft at Berklee College of Music, Ervin deepened his expertise in voice technique and musicianship.

He is the visionary leader of the Stellar Award-nominated choir Abraham's Descendants, whose albums The Process, Take 2, and Recover earned national acclaim and chart success, including top 3 on iTunes’ Gospel chart.

Since 2014, Ervin has contributed his vocal talents alongside gospel legends such as Pastor John P. Kee and Dr. Ricky Dillard, as well as mainstream artists like Michael McDonald and Nick Jonas.

As CEO and lead instructor of Maestro Cervin, Ervin also mentors vocalists and choir directors through personalized coaching and worship clinics. His unwavering dedication, passion for education, and powerful artistry continue to make a lasting impact in gospel music and beyond.

Director of Fine Arts and Music Ministry 2023 – Present

Greater Mount Moriah Primitive Baptist Church | Charlotte, NC

Pastor Chester F. Brown III | Prior Service: 2017-2022

 Directs the comprehensive Fine Arts and Music Ministry, managing diverse choirs, musicians, and staff; responsibilities include strategic planning, team development, and ensuring alignment with the church's mission and vision.

 Curates and teaches all musical selections, ensuring readiness for weekly rehearsals and worship services, maintaining a standard of excellence in musical preparation and execution.

 Delivers music for every Sunday worship experience at 10:00 AM, as well as for special events such as revivals, conferences, communion services, and music ministry musicals, ensuring each occasion is spiritually impactful and musically inspiring.

 Works closely with pastoral leadership, staff, and volunteers to ensure cohesive planning and delivery of worship experiences.

 Fosters a culture of unity and excellence within the ministry team while addressing challenges and driving innovative solutions. Led a successful initiative to rebrand the church's identity and outreach during the COVID-19

pandemic. This included enhancing the church’s online presence, implementing streaming options for virtual worship, and spearheading upgrades in audio-visual technology to maintain connection and engagement with the congregation.

Director of Music 2022 – 2023

Mt. Ennon Baptist Church | Clinton, MD

Pastor Delman Coates, Ph.D.

 Developed and directed a diverse music ministry emphasizing African American sacred music traditions, including hymns, anthems, spirituals, gospel, and praise & worship, while aligning with the church's mission and vision.

 Assisted the Pastor, Ministerial Staff, and the Director of Worship & Arts with planning worship services, as well as special music and arts programs in accordance with the Christian liturgical calendar.

 Oversaw strategic planning and operational management of the music ministry while developing and maintaining annual budgets to support programs and initiatives while ensuring cost efficiency.

 Managed the purchase of all music, supplies, equipment in accordance with the church budget approval and disbursement process.

 Ensured strict adherence to copyright laws by securing proper licenses for music use, monitoring compliance with intellectual property regulations, and providing guidance to staff and volunteers on best practices for ethical music use when applicable.

 Provided mentorship and leadership to vocalists, instrumentalists, and team leaders, cultivating collaboration, and maintaining standards of musical excellence in alignment with ministry goals.

 Designed, coordinated, and executed impactful events, such as holiday performances, training sessions, and spiritual retreats to strengthen ministerial bonds, enhance participant skills, and heighten spiritual growth.

Director of Worship and Performing Arts 2012 - 2017

Sandy River Baptist Association Lower Division | Chester, SC

Moderator / Reverend Donnie D. Dye

 Collaborated extensively with the Association Moderator to provide strategic oversight and guidance to 32 member churches, ensuring their activities, programs, and initiatives were aligned with the Association's mission and vision (supported church leadership, fostered collaboration among member congregations, and promoted cohesive implementation of Association objectives).

 Participated in vision development while thoroughly executing ministerial and brainstorming strategies for growth and improvement within participating praise and worship teams, choirs,

liturgical dancers, and mimes within the Association.

 Recruited, trained, and developed volunteers and leaders, while equipping and supporting music ministers in the Sandy River Baptist Association.

Minister of Music 2010 - 2017

Zion Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church | Chester, SC

Reverend Donnie D. Dye

 Directed and facilitated all choir rehearsals, teaching individual voice parts for specials,

choruses, and transitions to ensure musical excellence.

 Directed and facilitated all choir rehearsals, teaching individual voice parts for specials, choruses,

and transitions to ensure musical excellence.

 Oversaw the maintenance and functionality of all sound equipment and instruments, ensuring optimal performance for services and provided training and mentorship for new sound engineers to maintain high-quality audio production and seamless technical operations.

Minister of Music 2007 - 2009

Abundant Life Ministries | Greensboro, NC

Apostle Edward R. Kirkpatrick

 Prayerfully planned and prepared all voice parts for Sunday worship services; collaborated with other ministries to develop and expand a unified and impactful music program.

 Recruited and coordinated praise team members, volunteers, and special music guests for services and events while conducting regular rehearsals for musicians and vocalists.

North Carolina A&T State University | Bachelor of Arts in General Music | Greensboro, NC | 2011

Berklee College of Music | Certification | Voice Technique and Musicianship | Boston, MA | 2021

Central Piedmont Community College | Certification | Leadership Training | Charlotte, NC | 2015