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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 Serban, now signed with Bethel Music. Caleb also talks about his use of Ableton for worship services, the significance of the transpose button, and the value of cultivating relationships within a worship team. This episode provides insight into the blend of technology, musicianship, and spirituality that drives effective worship experiences.

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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 the years. Throughout the conversation, Doug emphasizes the importance of staying surrendered to God in worship and offers valuable advice for young musicians who want to grow both in skill and faith. This episode is filled with powerful insights, personal stories, and a deep love for worship. Tune in and be inspired by a musician who has dedicated his life to serving God through music.

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Doug Orlando Music

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"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, showing how these sounds can add power and purpose to your music. Plus, he opens up about his own experiences in ministry and tour life, giving honest insight and practical advice for keys players. Tune in to catch this fun and inspiring convo about faith, sound, and creativity. Don’t miss out!

Spooky Scott

Red Rocks Church

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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 Perry

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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!

Khristian Diaz

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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.

Atreyu Singleton 

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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!

Anaji Powell

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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!

Anaji Powell

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