I have been making music for most of my life---starting with piano at age 6, singing in the children's choir, studying music in high school and college, playing for musical theater, accompanying classes in modern dance and ballet, singing with the Richmond Symphony Chorus and the James River Singers, as a free-lance solo pianist and recording artist, teaching piano, and in ministry as a church musician. Music is a huge part of who I am; it is my vocation. This is not something I could confidently say earlier in my life, but it gradually became clear---I hear God's call to the ministry of music. I am also a husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, and preacher's kid. I grew up in the United Methodist Church and have served several United Methodist churches over many years. It has been a joy to have served in the Episcopal branch of the Jesus movement since 2014.

To be always learning is something I try to live into---whether that be music, faith, relationships, community, or science (I love the intersection of science and religion...) I think that if we stop learning and discovering more about Creation and our role in it, we cut ourselves off from something essential.

In the future "The Church" will likely look different than now, just as now looks different than in generations past. I believe there is a need in many churches for leaders to help bridge the divide between the older/traditional elements and newer/different elements. My role and ministry in recent years has been to help communities navigate at least some of those differences, and to nurture and support the growth and deepening of their musical life. I believe many of the seeds I've planted have sprouted and taken root---and that some of the seeds have found good soil in which to grow. At the same time, there are ancient practices within the church which are finding new life with each new generation; this is important to recognize and to nurture.

You can find recordings of my solo piano arrangements of hymn tunes on all the usual streaming services. If you prefer a CD version, they are available directly from me.