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“Morning Coffee” – Solo Piano Instrumental for Prayer, Meditation, Relaxation, and Rest

I’m finally back in the studio and after a few months’ hiatus (again), I’m happy to be releasing a new piano interlude for my Worship Interludes Podcast. I called this one “Morning Coffee” – having my coffee in the morning with my quiet time is one of my favorite parts of the day.

I hope that you can listen to this short, five minute interlude and that it brings a sense of peace and calm to your day.

Thank you for listening!Fred McKinnon, Pianist/Composer

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“Time to Listen” – Peaceful, Relaxing Solo Piano Music for Prayer, Meditation, Reflection, Relaxing

Last night I was listening to an Atlanta Braves baseball game on the radio. In between innings there was a commercial which was a short devotion by a pastor. The short 30-second devotion reminded us that God often speaks in a still, small voice and that we don’t typically hear Him unless we slow down, make ourselves quiet, and listen.

It inspired me to finally sit down and record again for the first time in over 2 months.

This short, 5-minute interlude should help you slow down, quieten yourself, and listen …

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“At Peace” – Solo Piano Improvisation Background Music for Prayer, Meditation, Relaxation, Worship

I decided to forego the pads and extra layers of sound this morning and just record the pure, simple piano. The Key of Eb is one of my favorite keys and is where I began. This morning was a sweet time of worship for me. I sang to my Lord spontaneously and prayed as I played throughout this improvisation. It just felt sweet and peaceful to me.

I hope that you enjoy it as well. Thanks so much for your support and listening. Whether you utilize this podcast as a soundtrack for prayer, meditating, studying, relaxing, or even sleeping – I’m just glad that I’m able to share it with you and that you are out there listening.

Grace and peace,Fred McKinnon, Pianist/Composer

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“Pursuit” – Piano Instrumental Interlude for Prayer, Meditation, Relaxation, Worship, Mindfulness

Welcome to episode #266 of my Worship Interludes Podcast. This episode is called “Pursuit” and is in the key of G-minor. The interlude lasts nearly eight minutes. I suppose it’s the nature of the minor key and the melody that came forth as I was recording, but this interlude has a pressing, trial-like vibe.

When we are in pursuit of something, it’s often a long, hard journey. I have set some personal goals for 2022 and although I’m already encouraged by the results I’m seeing, I also realize it’s going to be a long journey. I”m in pursuit of something – and it may take a while!

I hope this interlude will help you pray, meditate, or just simply relax and focus on your next steps. Perhaps that next step is nothing more than being aware and grateful for where you are in your journey today.

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“Awestruck” – Piano Instrumental Improvisation for Prayer, Meditation, Relaxation, Soaking Worship

Today’s interlude was recorded on January 15, 2022. It’s a 7:00 interlude of peaceful piano music that is an ideal soundtrack and background music to use for your personal times of worship, soaking worship, prayer, intercession, meditation, mindfulness, relaxation, studying, or resting.

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“In the Beginning” – Solo Piano Instrumental for Prayer, Meditation, Soaking Worship, Relaxation

Welcome to my first new piano improvisation of 2022, appropriately titled “In The Beginning”. It’s the beginning of yet another year. I vividly remember how relieved I was to be putting 2020 behind us, thinking that we may finally be returning to a sense of normalcy in 2021. As we all know and lived, it was anything but “normal” in 2021 – although for most, far better than 2020.

I hope that you enjoy this short interlude that I recorded today. May it bring you peace, rest, and comfort as you listen.

Grace and peace,Fred McKinnon, Pianist/Composer

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“Forever Grateful” – Solo Piano Improvisation by Fred McKinnon

Hello everyone,

It’s been a while (once again) since I recorded. This morning I decided that I’m going to just forget about all the work I have to do and sit down and record. I hit record and played the first chord and realized that in my rush, I hadn’t even prepared myself. I took a deep breath, whispered a quick prayer, and began to improvise. For the next six minutes, it was like escaping to another place.

I’ve realized that one of the hinderances I have to releasing new episodes – and it may seem ridiculous and petty – is trying to come up with some special new “title” and something to write here on the podcast notes. So, let’s agree together – I’ll just record and not worry about having anything fancy here for titles and recaps!

And with that, I give you my morning interlude. I’ve named it “Forever Grateful” as we’ve just finished our Thanksgiving holiday.

Thank you for listening.

Grace and peace,Fred McKinnon, Pianist/Composer

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“Mindful Moments, Op. 8” – Solo Piano Instrumental Interludes by Fred McKinnon

Released October 9, 2021

Today’s interlude is a shorter piano instrumental that is part of my “Mindful Moments” series. This series features piano improvisations that are under five minutes. My wife was talking about some of my instrumental pieces earlier this week. She is a fitness instructor and likes to play some of these instrumentals during cool down periods or for stretching. She clearly prefers the pieces that have more of a melody and not the chordal pieces that leave a lot of space.

Today’s interlude is full of melody. Recorded in the Key of A Major, the motif is based all around the Maj7 of the key and is playful yet peaceful.

I hope you enjoy this week’s recording.

As always, I’m grateful for your listening and your support.

Grace and peace,

Fred McKinnon, Pianist/Composer

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“Majesty” – Solo Piano Improvisation Instrumental Music for Prayer, Meditation, Relaxation, and Rest

Hello friends,

I absolutely love the Fall Season. By far, it’s my favorite. I was able to spend some time in the studio this morning to share this improvisation. The piano music is in the Key of Dm and the accompanying video has some beautiful imagery of Fall.

I hope you enjoy it!

Grace and peace,

Fred McKinnon, Pianist/Composer

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