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: carson@theworshipkeys.com.
Episodes
95 episodes
Why Sound Design & Heart Posture is So Important with Max Whiting
Watch on YouTubeIn 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 th...
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Episode 94
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46:23
The Hidden Costs of Ministry No One Warns You About with John Strandell
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 mus...
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51:06
What's New in the Sunday Keys App in 2026 with Owner of Sunday Sounds
Watch On YouTUbeWe 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 Sund...
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Episode 93
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45:10
Worship Keys Rig with Andrew Sharp of Church of the Highlands
Watch on YouTubeWelcome 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 ...
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Episode 92
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32:56
2025 Recap & Upcoming Events in 2026!
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!
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Episode 91
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1:07:44
Christmas at Highlands Production with Andrew Sharp and Tyler Wester
Watch on YouTubeJoin 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...
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Episode 90
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52:52
Worship vs. Performance: Church Production with Tyler Wester and Andrew Sharp
Watch on YouTubeLet’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 abo...
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Episode 89
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39:46
Worship Keys Rig Rundown with Caleb King
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 ...
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Episode 88
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23:25
Christmas Classics on the Hammond Organ with Ralph Lofton
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 Ra...
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Episode 87
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30:02
Christmas Through the Years with Hammond Organist Ralph Lofton
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...
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Episode 86
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37:01
Full Worship Set with Otto and Jayna Gross
Watch on YouTubeWelcome 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 select...
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Episode 85
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23:36
Preparing for a Worship Set with Otto and Jayna Gross
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....
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Episode 84
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1:12:01
Playing Spirit-Led Spontaneous Worship Keys with Caleb King
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 spo...
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Episode 83
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45:26
NAMM Show, Hammond Artist, & Keys Player: Doug Orlando Shares His Story
Watch on YouTubeJoin 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 ...
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Episode 82
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18:59
Minor Progressions in Worship with Spooky Scott of Red Rocks Worship
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 “...
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Episode 81
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26:42
How to Build Worship Tracks for Church in Logic Pro X with Marcus Perry
Watch on YouTubeJoin 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...
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Episode 80
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1:33:12
Playing Keys for the Choir Room & Tips for Church MDs with Marcus Perry
Watch on YouTubeJoin 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 ...
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Episode 79
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38:41
How to Make Latin Multitracks for Worship with Khristian Diaz
Watch on YouTubeWe’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 ...
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Episode 78
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44:45
How to Create a Worship Patch from Scratch in Omnisphere with Atreyu Singleton
Watch on YouTubeIn 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 build...
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Episode 77
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50:47
How to Produce Demos & Multitracks in Logic Pro X with Roger Ryan
Watch on YouTubeIn this episode of the Worship Keys Podcast, host Carson Bruce is joined by the renowned eight-time Grammy-nominated producer, singer, songwriter, artist, and professo...
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Episode 76
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1:26:34
Worship Keys Rig & Sound Design with Anaji Powell
Watch on YouTubeCarson 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 ...
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Episode 75
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40:06
Navigating Music Ministry: Insights from Anaji & Kaci Powell
Watch on YouTubeJoin 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 t...
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Episode 74
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1:02:12
How to Blend CCM & Gospel on the Piano with Carlous Drake
Watch on YouTubeCarlous 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...
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Episode 73
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