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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 from the Choir Room, lessons from playing behind Fred Hammond, and practical advice for worship keys players and aspiring MDs. Plus, Marcus gives a sneak peek at his upcoming projects and a full Logic Pro breakdown coming soon.

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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 to pour back into musicians and ministers. Along the way, he gives practical advice for keys players, talks about why exploring different genres matters, and shows how tone and humility shape your sound just as much as skill. To top it off, Khris jumps on the keys for a live demo, flipping a CCM favorite into a Latin arrangement right on the spot. If you’re a worship leader, musician, or music lover, this episode will spark new ideas and fresh encouragement for your own journey. Don’t miss it!

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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 for mentoring young musicians, and why character offstage matters as much as skill onstage. Whether you’re new to worship keys or a seasoned player, you’ll find both practical tools and spiritual encouragement in this conversation.

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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 for creating a dynamic production environment, and the importance of listening and orchestrating for worship services. The episode also includes practical demonstrations of Roger's techniques and insights on how to improve worship key playing. Perfect for musicians looking to enhance their skills in music theory, gear, industry insights, and ministry.

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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 like a movie score, and pointing people to Jesus. Anaji also highlights the value of patience, practice, and mastering your instrument before adding advanced gear. Whether you’re just starting on keys or already leading as an MD, this episode is filled with insight and inspiration. Don’t miss out—hit play and share with your worship team. You won’t want to miss this!

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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 the role of a Music Director and leading with sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. They also discuss the balance between planned setlists and spontaneous worship, and share practical advice for musicians who want to grow in both skill and spirit. Don’t miss their love story, their passion for ministry, and the wisdom they bring to worship. Don’t miss out—watch the latest episode and share with a friend who loves worship!

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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 that bridge these two musical styles. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned musician, you'll find valuable tips and inspiration in this episode. Don't miss Carlous playing live on the CP 88 keyboard, showcasing the blend of CCM and gospel in real-time. Join the conversation and learn how to incorporate these techniques into your worship practice.

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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 efficient workflow for organizing worship sessions. Andrés offers practical advice for music directors, insights on keys sound design and VST selection, and tips for balancing keys playing, running tracks, and directing a band. He also encourages beginner players with heartfelt reminders that growth takes time, and walks viewers through his Ableton setup for today’s worship environment.

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