Apr. 8, 2021

A few years ago, my oldest son was messing around on the keyboard. He started playing this really cool movement in a weird "voice" setting. It was haunting and mournful. I adopted that short piece and created a song around it about Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane before His betrayal, arrest and subsequent  crucifixion. I named the song "Gethsemane". Our church hosted a "Stations of the Cross" event last weekend (Good Friday / Saturday). My wife and I put created the Garden of Gethsemane station. We hastily (ie imperfectly) recorded this song and played it during the event at our station. The reverb and flange sound effects I used in recording gave the song that haunting vibe. The room was dark, a mannequin of Jesus was kneeling with his arms raised, silhouettes of the apostles sleeping and there were even night sounds playing in the background (crickets, etc.). It worked well. Unfortunately, there wasn't a full recording of the station, but a snippet can be seen here, near the beginning of the video.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clxUQMl7Sbc

Dec. 4, 2020

If anyone feels led to, please make a donation on this page to help me keep this website active. I have been unemployed since August and funds are running low. God bless you!

Dec. 3, 2020

The "Light of the World" sheet music was just purchased at Sheet Music Plus. We are called to be light, salt and imitators of Him.

Oct. 27, 2020

My family and I were blessed to work with a congregation in Statesville, NC for 3 weeks this month. I was asked to plan and lead worship, as well as help mix the sound a little better, work with the praise team and just give some general advise on worship ministry. They are a wonderful group of believers who are trying to give their best to the Creator and serve their community mightily. Please pray for them as they search for a new pulpit minister. You can view two of those three worship services at the links below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NT7lJSqwi7c

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcetoxTNPo8

Oct. 21, 2020

A song based on Psalm 147:3, 5-7 and Proverbs 18:10 was purchased yesterday. It is called "Sing (To The Lord)". A favorite line is in the third verse - "His shield is never-failing when Satan is assailing". Amen to that, right?

Aug. 9, 2020

As I sit here recovering from both a recent ACL replacement and job loss, it lifts my spirits to receive a notification that another favorite composition of mine was purchased. "Walk On The Water" is a song about faith and trust. The chorus says this and is from Christ's perspective: "Get out of the boat and step onto the sea. By faith you can walk on the water with Me. Do not fear the storm or the waves of the sea. By faith you can walk on the water with me."

July 5, 2020

It is so encouraging to know that even during the COVID-19 pandemic, people are still interested in new worship music. Today I was delighted to see "Deeper" was one such song that was purchased and downloaded. It is one of my favorites. Wanting to have a deeper relationship with God is something I believe a lot of people are feeling right now.

June 18, 2020

"The Sweetest Name I Know" is an older song of mine that was just purchased.

May 14, 2020

"He Is Worthy" was purchased twice from www.sheetmusic.com. So blessed!

Apr. 28, 2020

Another purchase of "My Rock and My Redeemer". So far this is my most popular piece. You can't go wrong with a scripture song!

Feb. 16, 2020

My current congregation has sung dozens of my compositions over the years, mostly without knowing it. Today I was honored to lead two of them for our morning service. They fit the theme perfectly.

Feb. 16, 2020

Earlier in the month, I was contacted by the music director of a church in Nevada who was considering using "Deliver Us" in a sonata based on the Sermon on the Mount. Today I learned they grabbed some copies of it from this site. I am humbled and honored!

Feb. 8, 2020

I was finally able to see the location of all the music purchases on www.sheetmusicplus.com and it was cool to see the various locations around the US as well as international.

Feb. 7, 2020

"Give Him Praise", a song I had very recently arranged and posted, was purchased.

Jan. 3, 2020

"Grace And Peace" was purchased today. A great way to start the new year!

Nov. 24, 2019

"My Rock And My Redeemer" was purchased today. The song comes from Psalm 19:14 and has been purchased twice before.

Nov. 1, 2019

Another piece of sheet music purchased today! I am so grateful and hope every one of these songs have blessed even just one person.

October 28, 2019

It is truly humbling every time I get to report a piece of my music has been purchased. Today is another one of those days!

October 26, 2019

I submitted my song, "Iron Sharpens Iron" to the Concordia Sacrae Hymn Competition. Three songs will be chosen that will be recorded by a choir. The winners will be chosen on November 10 - my birthday.

September 21, 2019

Today was the first time a duplicate piece of sheet music was purchased.

July 6, 2019

The purchases continue. More sheet music was sold today! This was one of my favorites, "Walk On The Water".

July 3, 2019

Another piece of sheet music was sold on www.sheetmusicplus.com!

Feb. 7, 2019

Another notification of music being purchased and downloaded! Many thanks to those who are doing so!

Jan. 26, 2019

The Cole Mill Road Church of Christ Ladies Welcome Brunch theme was "Iron Sharpens Iron", taken from Proverbs 27:17. When I learned of the text and theme for the brunch, a song just started flowing out of me. Of course, I named it "Iron Sharpens Iron"! They were gracious to include it and the song was well-received. A video of three ladies introducing it to the congregation on Feb. 6 is on the main page.

Dec. 16, 2018

The Cole Mill Road Church of Christ annual Christmas Chorus performed "Gloria!". (see video on main page) This was adapted to a Christmas song using the worship song, "Glory", which I composed back in 2008. This is the third time we have used a song I composed. I am truly honored and humbled!

Dec. 1, 2018

It is so humbling and exciting to receive notifications that my music is being purchased / downloaded and used by many. All glory and honor to the Most High!

Oct. 27-28, 2018

We enjoyed another Praise & Harmony Workshop presented by Keith Lancaster! This time it was in Winston-Salem, NC. We love these workshops and wish every church would host one. Keith's methods and instructions, along with the hosting church's preparation and participation results in a vibrant and engaging worship experience!

Feb. 3, 2018

The Cole Mill Road Church of Christ Ladies Welcome Brunch used the theme "Revive Us". In the past year or more, we as a church body experienced a lot of spiritual and emotional blows that left us reeling sometimes. From deaths, to cancer, to a new ministry position that didn't pan out, to so many other things. I felt compelled to (very quickly) compose a song that tried to capture our experiences and feelings while pleading with the Spirit to revive us! "Revive our hearts, restore our souls. Let Your Spirit move within us. Renew the flame, removed the cold. Let Your Spirit burn within us. Revive us!" Three wonderful ladies hurriedly learned the song and sang it for the brunch attendees. (see video on main page)

Jan. 15, 2018

My hometown historical museum is having a five-month display featuring local / homegrown artists. I am honored to have five of my selections featured to represent musical composition. Many thanks to the Blue Rapids, Kansas Museum!