Do you need some encouragement as you head into this busy Christmas season? How do we navigate it well as Christian classical musicians? In today’s episode, we talk about how to worship the Lord by embracing all the extra musical opportunities ...

As Christians in the classical music world, being a light for Jesus in a secular profession can feel challenging and confusing at times. That’s why I think you’ll love my conversation with Courtney Huffman Frye! You’ll come away encouraged by S...

SURPRISE!! The Instruments of Worship Podcast is now offering two brand-new music tote bags! These bags are practical, beautiful, and designed to be a daily reminder of worship. The verse on the front is Psalm 33:3: “Sing a new ...

Handel’s Messiah is one of the most iconic and impactful works of music ever written. With lyrics drawn straight from Scripture and set to breathtakingly beautiful music, it’s no wonder this masterpiece continues to inspire generations...

A musician’s life can look different from day to day, week to week, and even season to season. As Christian musicians, we may deeply desire to follow the Lord’s will, yet it’s not always clear what that looks like. What’s the next step, Lor...

Have you heard that Johann Sebastian Bach was a devoted Christian but never really learned why people say that?  In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Rebekah Franklin to explore who Bach was—not just as a composer, but as a person of fa...

Have you heard what Forrest Frank said that has everyone talking? In today’s episode, we take a closer look at the truths we can learn from his recent decision not to attend the Dove Awards.No matter what kind of musician you are, Forres...

In today’s episode, I had the joy of sitting down with my dear friend, Elsah Luan! Elsah is a violinist who is currently finishing up school, all while staying busy with a variety of creative projects. She runs thriving YouTube and Instagram pa...

In today’s culture, we are told that we decide who we are, we choose what things define us, we decide what gives us worth and significance.  We live our lives consumed in the quest for identity and worth, especially as classical musicians....

As musicians, we can be so quick to forget our identity is found in being made in the image of God and being a child of the King.  We opt to substitute something so magnificent for something so fleeting... finding worth in our music. ...

Today’s episode is going to piggy back off of last week’s episode called, “'Sneaky Jesus' in the Classroom with Dr. Kelly Hollingsworth."  If you haven’t listened to that one, I would highly encourage you to listen to it!  Briefly in ...

Do you ever wonder how you can show off Jesus to your students?  Today, we get to learn to do just that from the wonderful, Dr. Kelly Hollingsworth.  Known for her investment in students, her engaging teaching style, and love for the ...

Having Biblical community to do life with is such a gift from the Lord, and most certainly for us as classical musicians!  In today's episode, I will share from my experience starting a Bible study at the Baylor School of Music, and tips o...

To me, the Sight and Sound shows are one of the best examples of excellence in all types of art forms to the glory of God!  If you are not familiar with Sight and Sound Theaters, you need to check them out ASAP!  You will surely be en...

WELCOME BACK to Season 2 of the Instruments of Worship Podcast!!  I hope you have had a great summer.  My break from the podcast was very refreshing, but I'm really looking forward to what awaits this fall! Toda...

Check out today's quick episode for an update on the podcast!! Happy Summer and I'll see you in the fall:)

Today we have the opportunity to talk to musician, motivational speaker, and Christian, George Dennehy!  You actually may have seen a video that has recently gone viral of him! This is a video of George singing and playing guitar, but he’s...

Today we have the opportunity to talk to Ava Shedd!  Ava recently graduated from the University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and has recently started a podcast called Fertilize My Faith.  We both have a heart for sharing the lo...

Today we have the immense privilege of getting to hear from the kindness and wisdom of Sarah Gentry!  Sarah has had an extensive violin career, but the Lord used her 2019 cancer diagnosis to teach her many things.  She is kind enough ...

Have you ever wanted to play on your church worship team, but have been intimidated or confused about reading chord charts?  For classical musicians trained to read notated music, the idea of improvising can be very scary and very well hol...

Nerves? Self doubt? Negative self talk? Fear of failure?  As a musician, it is very likely that these feelings are common for you.  In today’s episode, we are taking away key points from the book, “The Inner Game of Music” which helps...

Happy Holy Week!  Today, we are going to take a look at the ever popular hymn, “Nothing But The Blood of Jesus,” as we remember the person and the event that changed the world.  Whether you’ve known Jesus almost your whole life or you...

Have you ever wondered what God thinks about the arts?  Today, we are going to get a glimpse into God's heart for the arts through looking at the creation of the Tabernacle (Exodus 31:1-11).  This is important to know because the devi...

When you play your instrument or perform, are you trying to be a servant or a star?  It's a convicting questions for any musician.  Today, we look at Jesus' example of servanthood as we break down how we might serve Him and others thr...

The Heart of Illinois Summer Music Clinic (HOISMC) is a Christian summer music camp in central Illinois that seeks to provide great music training while in a Christian context.  Today we get to talk with three of the founders: Laura Otto, ...