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, ...

Do you need encouragement from God's Word to remind you of the Lord's protection over you?  I hope today's episode will give you the encouragement you need to rest securely in the Lord as you live your life this week.Disc...

Have you ever been scared walking into an orchestra rehearsal or lesson?  Sometimes we come across very intense people in authority over us in the music world.  How is it then that we answer the Romans 12:18 call, "...as far as it dep...

Have you ever thought of why God created music or how we can worship Him while we play classical music?  Gary Rhodes covers all of these philosophical questions and more from a retired worship minister's point of view.  Gary has had f...

Today we have the special privilege of talking to conductor, music educator, composer, and author, Dave Getz.  We discuss everything from ministering to students in a public school setting, the blessing of creative work, fostering a fearle...

In today’s episode, I am going to introduce you to Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco!  He was an amazing composer who was bold in his faith and has an incredible life story.  Like the Church in Smyrna, he faced persecution for his faith, but ...

It’s no secret that classical musicians have many, many different plates to spin simultaneously.  Life can be hectic and stressful at times, but King David (Psalm 27:4) and the story of Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42) will remind us that o...

No matter how good of a player you are, we will all most likely have to teach at some point in our music careers.  So, how can we make the most of it as Christians?  Today, Casey is joined by her mom, Jane Hoffmire.  They discuss...

The Audition Process is a necessary evil of being a musician.  It’s talked about frequently, but rarely from a Christian point of view.  In today’s episode, Casey gives both practical and Biblical truth that can encourage and equip yo...

There are many idols in the classical music world that strive to rob us of our worship to the only True God.  Be encouraged today by the story of Moses in Exodus 33:17-33 and Exodus 34:1-8 where He gets to see God's glory and God's mercy o...

Welcome to the very first episode of the Instruments of Worship podcast hosted by Casey Rinkenberger!  Today, Casey tells you a little bit about herself and why she feels passionate about starting this podcast.  She also expla...