The Worship Keys Podcast

Watch On Youtube  We sit down with Jonathan “J Dubb” Wolliston for a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation on worship production. From his Full Sail background to years of experience in church and live broadcast, J Dubb shares real-world insights on sound design, multitracks, keys rigs, MIDI workflows, and creating worship environments that serve both the room and the livestream. This episode...

Watch on YouTube In this episode of the Worship Keys Podcast, host Carson welcomes Max Whiting, a talented and dedicated musician from the Church of 1122 in Jacksonville, Florida. Join them as they delve into Max's personal journey of faith and music, discussing his experiences with worship music, his inspiration from mentors like John Wilds and Leonard Ray Jarman Jr., and the profound impact...

Watch on YouTube  Join Carson Bruce as he chats with John Strandell, a producer, mix engineer, and songwriter signed with Centricity Music. In this episode, they discuss John's career in music production and ministry, the challenges of balancing church work with family life, and the inspiration behind John's powerful song 'A Good Name'. They delve into the realities of church m...

Watch On YouTUbe We welcome back David Pfaltzgraff from Sunday Sounds for a conversation on the latest updates in worship music technology. David walks through the newest improvements in the Sunday Keys app, including enhanced piano sounds, better use of tonic pads, and the new Loop Connect feature. He also shares how these tools integrate with Prime, Worship Tools Charts, and Presenter apps to cr...

Watch on YouTube Welcome back to the Worship Keys Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of worship keys with Andrew Sharp from Church of the Highlands. While co-host Tyler Wester is not present, Andrew gives an extensive rundown of his full keys rig, including his go-to sounds on Keyscape and Omnisphere, and practical tips for managing and manipulating your sounds for worship setti...

THANK YOU GUYS for an incredible 2025 year!  Exciting plans for 2026, such as in-person workshops with details TBD. Join me in celebrating an amazing year and prepping for what's next! Support the show Thanks 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...

Watch on YouTube Join us in this exciting episode as Andrew Sharp and Tyler Wester dive into the world of music production, focusing on the use of AI and Ableton Live. They discuss the innovative ways they're incorporating AI into their church's music production, the nuances of different pads and vocal encoding, and the detailed process behind recreating and reimagining a Christmas song....

Watch on YouTube Let’s sit down with Tyler Wester and Andrew Sharp from Church of the Highlands for an honest and uplifting conversation about worship, creativity, and leadership. Tyler talks about how his passion for worship production has grown over the years, while Andrew shares his musical journey, his go-to keys tips, and the mindset that keeps him grounded. They also dive into the balance be...

Watch on YouTube  Join Carson Bruce and Caleb King on the Worship Keys YouTube channel as they provide an in-depth look into setting up an efficient and streamlined worship keys rig. Filmed at the Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, Caleb gives a detailed gear rundown, explaining the hardware and software configurations he uses for live performances. Learn how he utilizes a fly rack for easy...

Watch on YouTube  Welcome to this festive episode of the Worship Keys Podcast! Host Carson Bruce sits down with the incredible 70-year-old organist, Ralph Lofton. Together, they dive into Ralph's favorite Christmas tunes and share exclusive tips for maintaining comfort while playing, including Ralph's unique stadium chair setup. Tune in to hear Mr. Lofton's impromptu performances an...

Watch On YouTube  Ralph Lofton is back for our Christmas episode! He shares his incredible journey in music, his miraculous heart transplant story, and the Christmas memories that shaped him. Ralph opens up about his early years, touring with BB and CeCe Winans, and the holiday traditions his family still treasures. Don’t miss out as he plays his favorite Christmas tunes on the Hammond C3 organ. R...

Watch on YouTube Welcome to another episode! In this follow-up conversation with Jayna and Otto Gross, the discussion continues on how to prepare for a worship set—covering everything from selecting BPMs to building tracks—while staying sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s leading. The episode flows into a heartfelt time of worship filled with prayer, scripture, and songs that invite you to engage fully...

Watch on YouTube  We are joined by the talented musical couple Jayna and Otto Gross. They share their incredible journey from Berkeley College of Music to leading worship in their community. Otto talks about his battle with scoliosis and how it led him to the piano, while Jayna reflects on her role as a student advocate and school counselor. The couple delves into their experience with diverse con...

Watch on YouTube  Join us this week's episode, featuring Caleb shares his unique journey from being a drummer with a background in Southern Baptist traditions to becoming a key figure in spontaneous modern worship. Join them as they discuss the heart of worship, practical keys tips, the importance of worship culture in churches, and Caleb's experiences playing for Garrett & Kate Serb...

Watch on YouTube Join us for this week’s episode featuring Doug Orlando, a seasoned keys player with over 40 years of experience in the music industry. Doug shares his inspiring journey from his early days as a drummer to becoming a Hammond-endorsed artist. He talks about performing at the NAMM Show, serving in various churches and ministries, and witnessing the evolution of worship music through...

Watch on YouTube "Spooky" Scott is back just in time for Halloween week! In this episode, he breaks down how minor chord progressions can bring emotion and depth to worship—way beyond the usual “spooky” vibe. He also shares how these chords can help shape moments of prayer, reflection, and deliverance in worship. He gives real examples from Kory Miller’s album and other worship settings,...

Watch on YouTube Join  Marcus Perry from Mount Zion Church in Nashville, Tennessee as he takes us behind the scenes of worship music production, breaking down how he builds stems and creates tracks for “Fire” by CeCe Winans. He walks through his full process in Logic Pro X, shares his go-to plugins and gear, and gives practical tips for arranging tracks that shine in live church settings. Marcus P...

Watch on YouTube Join us on The Worship Keys Podcast. A special guest, Marcus Perry! He shares his journey from piano beginnings to becoming Music Director at Mt. Zion Church, one of the largest congregations in the U.S. Marcus talks about leading with excellence and humility, building community through music, and keeping the choir alive in today’s church culture. Hear behind-the-scenes stories fr...

Watch on YouTube We’re joined by Khristian Diaz, a worship musician with Puerto Rican and Honduran roots who’s bringing Latin flavor into worship. From his viral “Praise” remix to creating Latin multitracks, Khris shares how music became his way of connecting with God and inspiring others. He opens up about his journey, creative process, and the heart behind the upcoming Vessel Conference—a vision...

Watch on YouTube In this episode of the Worship Keys Podcast, we talk with Atreyu “Tre” Singleton—music director, Ableton-certified trainer, and worship leader. Tre shares how he builds worship patches in Omnisphere and Logic Pro, the power of layering sounds, and how AI is shaping the future of worship sound design. He also opens up about his devotional project, Memoirs of a Minstrel, his passion...

Watch on YouTube In this episode of the Worship Keys Podcast, host Carson Bruce is joined by the renowned eight-time Grammy-nominated producer, singer, songwriter, artist, and professor, Roger Ryan. Roger dives deep into his creative process for building multi-tracks from scratch using Logic Pro X. He shares his experiences from working with various music production tools over the decades, tips fo...

Watch on YouTube Carson is joined again by Anaji Powell, a worship keys player, MD, and creative behind powerful sound design. Fresh off last week’s episode with his wife Kaci, Anaji now gives a full breakdown of his worship keys rig, from the Nord Stage 4 and Ableton to TouchOSC and live looping. He shares how sound design isn’t about showing off, but about serving the moment, supporting pastors...

Watch on YouTube 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 journey in music and ministry, from how they met to serving God together through worship. Kaci talks about her experience as a female organist in a male-dominated field, while Anaji gives insight into...

Watch on YouTube 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 genres, exploring practical techniques and cultural insights for worship key players. He shares his musical journey, experiences in ministry, and provides hands-on demonstrations of playing techniques tha...

Watch on YouTube! 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 Spain to leading modern worship with excellence. He recounts his moves from Spain to Denmark, then to Florida, and finally settling in Texas, where he honed his skills with Ableton Live and developed an e...