The Worship Keys Podcast
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: [email protected].
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 74
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Navigating Music Ministry: Insights from Anaji & Kaci Powell
Join us on the Worship Keys YouTube channel as Carson welcomes husband-and-wife duo Anaji and Kaci Powell from Faith Church in Rochester, New York. In this episode, they share their j…
How to Blend CCM & Gospel on the Piano with Carlous Drake
Carlous Drake from Chattanooga, Tennessee joins us for this week episode on The Worship Keys Podcast. Carlous shares the merging of Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) with gospel genr…
How to Organize Your Ableton Live Session with Andrés Páez
In this episode of the Worship Keys Podcast, Music Director Andrés Páez from Abundant Church in El Paso, Texas, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in a small church in Spai…
Volunteering as a Keys Player at Red Rocks Church with Micah Weber
Come hang out with Carson Bruce on the Worship Keys YouTube channel as he chats with Micah Weber, a passionate volunteer keys player from Red Rocks Church. Micah opens up about his mo…
Worship Keys Sound Design & Balancing Tour Life/Ministry with Spooky Scott of Red Rocks
Join Spooky Scott from Red Rocks Worship at the Worship Keys Podcast. Spooky share about life on the road, leading worship, and all the gear and tech that makes it happen. He dives into how he uses t…
From College Friends to Worship Leaders with Jenna & Zoë
Join Carson Bruce for a heart-to-heart with Jenna and Zoë, a talented worship duo from Nashville with a powerful story to tell. They open up about how they met in college, their journey into worship …
The Lifelong Influence of a Good Piano Teacher with Tim Abel
Carson sits down with his childhood piano teacher, Tim Abel, for a heartfelt conversation full of music, memories, and ministry. They talk about the power of playing by ear, the journ…
Funky Chord Progressions in CCM with Natalie Layne
Welcome Natalie Layne, to The Worship Keys Podcast! Natalie opens up about life on the road, her early days in music, and how she went from indie artist to signing with Centricity Mus…
How to Use Tracks in Spontaneous Moments of Worship in Ableton with Evan Fernald of TBCO
In this episode of The Worship Keys, Carson Bruce chats with Evan Fernald from The Belonging Co. about all things tracks in worship. Whether you're new to using tracks or looking to l…
How to Create a Great Sound Design & Tone on Keys for Worship with Evan Fernald of TBCO
Carson Bruce is joined by Evan Fernald, music director and keys player at The Belonging Co. In this episode, Evan opens up about his spiritual journey and gives an in-depth look at hi…
5 Chord Progressions Every Worship Keys Player Should Know with Alex Smith
In this episode, Carson Bruce sits down with special guest Alex Smith from Georgia to break down five must-know chord progressions every worship keys player should have in their toolk…
How to Play Aux Keys for Worship with Micaiah Wesler
Join us in welcoming Micaiah Wesler to the Worship Keys YouTube channel as we dive into the world of auxiliary keys in worship music. In this episode, Micaiah shares how he first disc…
How to Produce Stems for Worship in Logic Pro X with Josh Brown
Welcome Josh Brown, a renowned producer, songwriter, and musician. The discussion takes listeners through Josh's incredible musical journey, from starting out on drums to mastering t…
How to Program Keys and Synths in a Worship Song in Logic Pro X with David O. Ramirez
David O. Ramirez joins us once again for another episode of The Worship Keys! In this episode, David gives a detailed look into his song production process from pre-production and wor…
Logic Pro X Template Tips for Producers & Worship Keys with David Ramirez
David Ramirez is back to take us inside his Logic Pro X template that streamlines workflow and elevates worship production. He breaks down his full process of song production, synth l…
The Best Advice for Worship Keys Sound Design with David O. Ramirez
Join us in welcoming David O. Ramirez to The Worship Keys YouTube channel for an inspiring conversation. David is a renowned keys player, producer, songwriter, and sound designer. In …
Lo-Fi Instrumental Piano Worship Music with Sam Garner
Let’s welcome Sam Garner—Sam the Beard Guy—for an inspiring and laid-back conversation about blending ambient lo-fi with instrumental worship. From touring with Shane & Shane to craft…
What it Means to be a Pro Musician? with Louie Higuera
Meet Louie Higuera on The Worship Keys Podcast! Louie shares his diverse journey from playing at church services to performing with Grammy-winning artists. He highlights essential ski…
Is Worship Music Harder to Play than Pop? with Marcus Wiles
Welcome to the Worship Keys YouTube channel! In today's special episode, host Carson Bruce sits down with the incredible Marcus Wiles, an expert keys player and music director. Marcus…
How to Get Good Tone on the Hammond Organ with Ralph Lofton
Ralph Lofton shares his journey from playing at Sunday school to collaborating with renowned artists such as Aretha Franklin and BeBe & CeCe Winans. He offers insights on mastering th…