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
The Versatility of the Hammond Organ with Virgil Straford
Meet Virgil Straford — a Grammy and Dove-nominated producer with a deep-rooted legacy in gospel music. In this episode, Virgil takes us through his journey from Chicago to Nashville, sharing insights…
Difference in Playing Live at Church vs In the Studio on Organ with Dwan Hill
We are excited to welcome Grammy, Dove, and Stellar Award-winning arranger, songwriter, artist, and worship leader Dwan Hill. The episode dives deep into the art of incorporating the Hammond B3 organ…
5 Things Every Hammond Organist Should Know for Church
In this episode, we welcome Curt Buell back! He covers five crucial techniques every Hammond B3 organist should know for playing in church settings. Topics include glissandos and slides, walking bass…
How to Play the Hammond B3 Organ: Full Overview with Curt Buell
We welcome back Curt Buell to the podcast for an in-depth tutorial on the Hammond B3 organ. Curt provides an extensive overview of the organ's features, including its drawbars, vibrato settings, pres…
How to Improv on Piano with Otto Gross
Welcome to Part 2 with Otto Gross, an exceptionally talented and creative pianist. Otto shares tips for improvisation, playing in different church settings, mastering scales, chords, …
Fostering a Life of Creativity with Otto Gross
Carson talks with Otto Gross II, an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and worship director at a church in Nashville, TN. Otto shares his journey through scoliosis surgery, discoveri…
Keys & Tracks Rig with Tyler Wester from Church of the Highlands
This is Part 2 with Tyler Wester from Church of the Highlands in Alabama. He shares his journey from MainStage to Ableton, breaks down his go-to piano sounds, and gives us a behind-th…
MD and Keys Tips with Tyler Wester from Church of the Highlands
Carson interviews Tyler Wester, the musical director of the multi-site Church of the Highlands in Alabama. Tyler shares his journey from learning piano as a child to being full time w…
Piano Tuning Tips with Austin from Seale Keyworks
Welcome Austin Seale from Seale Keyworks. Austin, who just tuned my Acrosonic Baldwin upright piano, shares insights into the world of piano maintenance and tuning. We discuss the suc…
Discipleship in Your Worship Team with Jin from On Water Podcast
Carson sits down with Jin Choi, host of the On Water Podcast and a psychotherapist from Toronto, Canada. They dive deep into the topics of discipleship, heart posture, and the importance of connectio…
Different Levels of Playback Rigs with Seth Builds Rigs
In this episode of the Worship Keys Podcast, host Carson Bruce dives deep into the world of playback rigs with Seth Penn from Seth Builds Rigs. They discuss the importance of playback tracks in worsh…
Easiest Way to Run Tracks at Church with Matt from Loop Community
In this episode, Carson sits down with Matt McCoy, founder and owner of Loop Community, to discuss the intersection of technology and worship. They dive deep into the vision behind the Worship Innova…
How to Approach Spontaneity in Modern Worship with Jonathan from 10kFam
Join Jonathan from Colorado Springs as he shares his experiences and insights on dynamic and spontaneous worship in church services. Jonathan, who works with New Life congregations and 10,000 Fathers…
How to Avoid Fatigue in Your Worship Team with Jamie from Ascension Worship
In this episode, Jamie Miley of Ascension Worship dives deep into effective strategies for enhancing worship team collaboration, and avoiding fatigue and burnout in your worship ministry. Learn about…
How to Reharmonize Worship Songs with Clark Beckham
Join Carson Bruce on the Worship Keys Podcast as he welcomes American Idol runner-up Clark Beckham. They delve into the art of reharmonizing worship songs, exploring music theory, industry insights, …
Best Atmospheric Pads for Modern Worship with Isaac from Aerospace Audio
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of atmospheric pads with Isaac, the lead owner and sound designer of Aerospace Audio. Discover the inspiration behind their innovative app and pedal, whic…
Best App for Worship Keys Players in 2025 with David from Sunday Sounds
In this episode, we sit down with David, the CEO and founder of Sunday Sounds. Join us for an in-depth discussion about the origins of Sunday Sounds, a pioneering company revolutionizing sound design…
Christmas Classics on the Piano with Curt Buell
In this special Christmas edition, join us as we celebrate the holiday with Curt Buell from the Buell Institute of Music. Curt plays some beautiful Christmas tunes with the support of worship pads fr…
Playing Christmas Music by Ear on Piano with Curt Buell
Carson and Curt Buell dive into playing Christmas songs on the piano without sheet music or chord charts needed. Curt demonstrates his ability by playing various Christmas classics like 'Blue Christm…
How to Reharmonize Christmas Songs with Roger Ryan
Welcome 8-time Grammy-nominated producer and award-winning artist Roger Ryan. Roger shares his profound insights from decades of collaboration with renowned artists such as Whitney Houston, Cece Wina…