

The Worship Keys Podcast
Carson
If you play piano, organ, synths, pads, or any keys instrument for worship ministry or the music industry, you are in the right place! Nashville-based worship keys player, Carson Bruce, interviews a variety of different musicians every week. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this is the podcast for you to learn and feel inspired to enhance both your technical playing skills and to also gain spiritual encouragement while being in a local church congregation. New episodes release every Wednesday! Reach out directly to Carson on Instagram or email: carson@theworshipkeys.com.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 44min
Teaching Yourself Piano with Ming Lee
Ming Lee, originally from Vietnam, joins me on the podcast to discuss his journey of learning multiple languages and eventually teaching himself piano with the piano in his school cafeteria. He shares great tips for practicing with quality in mind over quantity. Focused short segment practice times are more effective than diluted and distracted long hours. Also, he shares about his current endeavors as a student at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England, as well as his future goals for continuing his online content creator platform on Instagram and YouTube. Hope you enjoy!Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 4min
Accompanying Vocalists with Nate Burch
Nate Burch is my featured guest today, sharing his expertise as an accompanist from the piano and organ. He is a full time high school choir director, as well as a worship leader and organist. Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

May 29, 2024 • 34min
Life as a Touring and Studio Musician with Ryan Prewett
In this episode we hear from Ryan Prewett all about his life as a touring and studio musician, as well as hear him play his favorite instruments in his studio. Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

May 22, 2024 • 1h 8min
Rearranging Music with Roger Ryan
Roger Ryan shares his heart and success with his music career, as well as tips for rearranging your music in a worship service. Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

May 15, 2024 • 20min
Playing with Creativity during Worship with Chris Brown
Chris Brown is back for a second interview, talking about the importance of playing with creativity instead of always copying someone else's keys parts during a worship service. Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

May 8, 2024 • 37min
Reading the Room during Worship with Chris Brown
Chris Brown, a talented music director and worship leader, shares his insights on the critical skill of reading the room during worship. He discusses how to adapt musical selections to match the emotional dynamics of the congregation, aligning with the pastor's message. Chris emphasizes the importance of creating an immersive worship experience through thoughtful musical choices. He also motivates aspiring musicians, highlighting personal growth goals and the significance of community connections through social media.

May 1, 2024 • 40min
Incorporating Songwriting at Church
In this episode I speak with Steven about the importance of songwriting for your church. Hope you enjoy!Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

Apr 24, 2024 • 55min
How to Use Multitracks with Derek Hughes
This episode is all about running multitracks to enhance your worship services! More resources for using tracks at multitracks.com and loopcommunity.com. Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

Apr 17, 2024 • 46min
Preparing for a Worship Service with Derek Hughes
In this episode we will hear from former worship keys player for Circuit Riders, Derek Hughes. We discuss best practices for preparing for a worship service. Derek lives in Nashville, TN, and he owns an entertainment company called Onyx Entertainment. He is currently a producer, composer, arranger, vocalist, and DJ, as well as being a worship keys player. Hope this episode is encouraging for you! Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!


