Collaborate Worship: Recent Episodes
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Why We Upgraded from X32 to WING We used the X32 for nearly a decade, and honestly, it served us really well. But over the past year, we’ve been using the Behringer WING, and I’ve gotta say… it was absolutely worth the upgrade. Not just for the cool factor, but because it solved several pain […]
Basic Drum Beats Every Beginner Should Learn When you’re first learning the drums, it’s tempting to jump straight into fast fills or complex grooves—but the foundation of great drumming lies in mastering the basics. Solid, consistent drum beats are what keep a band together and drive the song forward. Whether you’re playing rock, worship, pop, […]
What to Look for in Your First Drum Set So, you’re ready to buy your first drum set—exciting times ahead! Whether you’re starting a new hobby, playing in a band, or leading worship at church, getting the right drum set can make a huge difference in your learning and playing experience. But with so many […]
The Magewell Ultra Encode AIO is a hardware encoder that takes the stress out of livestreaming. No computer required. No software to figure out. Just reliable streaming that works every single week. Input Compatibility That Just Works One of the first things I noticed is how easy it is to integrate this with whatever you’re […]
Choosing the Perfect Strap for Your Acoustic Guitar A guitar strap might seem like a small accessory, but it’s essential for both comfort and style, especially if you play standing up or perform on stage. The right strap can make a huge difference in how you play and how long you can comfortably play. In […]
Routing is probably the most confusing part of using the Behringer X32. It seems like a complicated mess of menus and tabs. But once you understand a few key principles, it’s not nearly as hard as it looks. In this post, I’ll break it all down for you. You’ll learn how block routing and patch […]
LED walls are transforming worship spaces, but is it the right choice for your church? Today, we’re breaking it down—projector vs. LED wall. Which one makes the most sense for your space, your budget, and your worship style? Factor 1: Visual Quality and Ambient Light Projectors often struggle in well-lit environments, leading to washed-out images. […]
When we started live streaming at our church, we had just one camera. It was simple—and it worked. But over time, we realized that if we wanted to improve quality and give our volunteers more control, we needed to step things up. So, we invested over 40 hours and around $12,000 into building a brand-new, […]
Ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes at Collaborate Worship? In this “Day in the Life” vlog, you’ll get a peek into what a typical Wednesday looks like for our small team.
The Behringer Wing gives you 16 stereo effect slots, which means you can go wild with effects if you want—two inserts per channel or bus. But just because you can go crazy doesn’t mean you should. I prefer to keep it simple so the mix stays under control. In this post, I’ll walk you through […]
This video was sponsored by Pro Church Lights Your key lighting might be sabotaging your audience’s attention. Skin tones that look diseased, dark spots, hot spots, or just plain can’t see what’s going on… If any of this sounds like your stage lighting, don’t worry. By the end of this video, you’ll know everything you […]
Did you know that the Behringer WING had a tuning plugin? There's not much to it, but for subtle vocal tuning, it works pretty well. It's transparent and not noticeable. It won't give you the best tuning possible, but for a built in plugin that's easy to throw on any channel, it's pretty great. Watch […]
We have a TV in our church lobby that shows a live feed from the auditorium throughout the service. Over the years, we’ve used a soundbar for audio to keep things simple. But after we blew our third soundbar, I wasn’t about to buy a fourth. I emailed 35,000 of our subscribers to find out […]
We swapped out our mains with speakers that cost about double. Same brand, different line. From JBL PRX to JBL SRX. From twelve-inch woofers to fifteen-inch woofers. The question is, was it worth it? Did twice the cost make it sound twice as good? The short answer is yes. Absolutely worth it. But let me […]
We made a lot of tech upgrades at our church in 2024 focused on improving our in-person and online experience. In this video, I cover everything from our new Blackmagic cameras and switcher to our new Behringer mixer. Mentioned Links Vocal EQ Cheat Sheet (FREE) All the gear we use and love WING Mastery Course […]
Introduction How do you get consistent sound every week? Is it even possible with different people running the mixer? I’ll let you in on one of the most helpful tools for getting the same great sound every week, no matter who is behind the mixer. I’ve been after this for over fifteen years, mixing great sound […]
This is what we use to get more than two unique outs for ProPresenter. 2 of them are tied together sending a key and a fill to stream for transparent content. (Thunderbolt Chasis we use)
This is one of the most affordable options for getting multiple outs from your backing tracks. Plug and play, no setup required. 8 outs total.
This is the partial drum shield we use. We have five 2ft x 4ft panels with deflectors and plastic hinges
This has the same 4k sensor as the pocket cinema camera and the studio 4k. If you need a secondary camera that doesn't have an operator, the size, quality, and price of this camera is unbeatable.
This is a very versatile controller that we use to operate our 1 M/E using Companion software. You can make this control nearly anything.
1080p switcher with 10 inputs and 6 outputs (+multiview). This is the more versatile option over the ATEM Mini Extreme. It doesn't have a built-in encoder, but ATEM built-in encoders are trash anyway...
This encoder has some great features and looks incredible. Scheduling, stream to multiple destinations, record to SD card, stream/record two different bitrates at once, etc... Here's the best part: NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED
When your room is EQ’d just right, people have a heavenly experience. I’m talking about when the full frequency spectrum is covered at the right volume, creating this pleasant yet powerful sound. It’s warm. It’s clear. It’s big and spatial. It’s when the sound completely envelopes you. You almost forget where you are as you […]
Is your mix being sabotaged by overpowering drums every Sunday? That was us… until we found this partial drum shield. Now our cymbals are under control, we can fine-tune the tones much better, and we don’t have to sacrifice space or aesthetics. In this video, we give you some before and after examples of how […]
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned guitarist, having the right accessories can significantly improve your playing experience. While it’s easy to focus solely on the instrument, the right tools can enhance your performance, prolong your guitar’s life, and make your practice sessions more enjoyable. Here’s a breakdown of the essential accessories every acoustic guitarist […]
Experimenting with different tunings can open up new dimensions on the acoustic guitar, giving you fresh tones and chord voicings that enrich your music. In this blog post, we’ll cover a few essential alternative tunings to explore, starting with Drop D and Open G, and dive into a few others worth experimenting with as well. […]
So you just got yourself a nice Acoustic Guitar, but no one told you how to take care of it properly. I know nobody at the store told me when I bought mine, so I want to share with you what I've learned through the years to take care of your guitar. Properly cleaning and […]
We have a problem... Congregational growth and no room to grow. We are on the hunt for the best solution to accommodate the growth and get everybody in the same service while we wait for our next permanent home. In this third episode, Dillon gives a tour of all the renovations and shows the finished […]
We have a problem... Congregational growth and no room to grow. We are on the hunt for the best solution to accommodate the growth and get everybody in the same service while we wait for our next permanent home. In this second episode, Kade, Luke, and I set up an awesome sound and video experience […]
We have a problem... Congregational growth and no room to grow. We are on the hunt for the best solution to accommodate the growth and get everybody in the same service while we wait for our next permanent home. In this first episode, I show you our mobile setup as we test out a temporary […]
In this video, I walk you through how I mix vocals at our church during a Sunday service using the Allen & Heath SQ. Mentioned Links Vocal EQ Cheat Sheet (FREE) SQ Mastery
You don’t need to be a guitar virtuoso or a music theory expert to write a great song. In fact, some of the most popular songs ever written are built on just four simple chords. The Magic of the 4-Chord Song The concept of the 4-chord song is both simple and powerful. By mastering just […]
With a wide variety of materials, gauges, and brands available, it can be overwhelming to decide which strings are best for your acoustic guitar. This guide will help you find the perfect strings for your acoustic guitar. My Favorite Strings: Ernie Ball 2003 Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Best Guitar String Materials The material of guitar strings […]
With various materials, shapes, and thicknesses available, selecting the right pick can be overwhelming. This guide will help you navigate the different types of picks to find the perfect one for your acoustic guitar. When I started, I thought picks didn’t matter, so “pick” any one from the shelf and go! That may be great […]
In this video, I walk you through how I mix vocals at our church during a Sunday service using the Allen & Heath Qu. Mentioned Links Vocal EQ Cheat Sheet (FREE) Qu Mastery
Lyrics VERSE 1 I wanna dance like David I want a faith like Paul I wanna sing like Silas Tearing down those prison walls I wanna face that fire It won't burn me though God's got my back Shadrach Meshach Abednego PRE CHORUS 1 I wanna walk like Moses Right through the waves One day […]
With the Arturia Astrolab, you’ll get great keyboard sounds the easy way. Our sponsor, Sweetwater, sent me this amazing piece of gear. Get the best price → The Astrolab has already done the heavy lifting for you by re-creating the most popular keyboard sounds. A quick search through the preset library and you’re ready to […]
Mentioned Links Acoustic Guitar Made Simple Our favorite acoustic pickup Lyrics VERSE 1 From the beginning You've been unchanging Age to age You stay Constant You remain Every mystery The questions I've carried Are safe within Your will So I trust You even still CHORUS I believe You are who You say You are You […]
Buying a new acoustic guitar is overwhelming. There are so many to choose from! Let me help you cut the overwhelm. There are 5 main factors to consider: Brand Wood Type Body Style Electronics Cost #1 Brand Many people are brand loyal, so when you ask for opinions on what to get, you’ll often hear […]
There’s an easy way to run virtual soundchecks on the Allen and Health SQ. All you need is a beefy flash drive and this video. Let me help you get everything set up. It will only take a few minutes. To make it even easier, I put together a setup guide as a companion to […]
What is the x16D? Universal Audio takes us back to the rich and authentic sounds of the analog era and brings them into the digital world. And now, you can even use their famous audio plugins in real-time over your Dante network. Is this a dream? No, it’s real and you are about to hear […]
What is Compression? Audio compression allows you to limit the dynamic range of an input signal. If that went over your head, imagine the vast volume difference between a vocal singing softly versus really belting it out. Compression allows you to bring the two closer together by reducing the level of the loudest moments. I’ll […]
Behringer WING or Allen and Health SQ? They are both great mixers in the same price range with roughly the same functionality. Yet, they are quite different. You can’t go wrong with either one, but I will help you determine which is right for you. Before we get going, I want to say thank you […]
We recently set up a dedicated Mac for our mixer with a few apps running on it that make the sound tech's life easier. In this video, Dillon walks through everything we use the computer for. Mentioned Links Loopback Setup Tutorial 2022 Tech Tour 2024 Tech Tour Update Open Sound Meter Loopback Display Reference mic
Should you DIY acoustic panels, or buy them pre-built? My answer is… Buy them. Let me explain why… Reason 1: The price difference isn’t that great You might think that building your own panels would save your church a lot of money, but with the cost of materials these days, you don’t save much. We […]
What is Compression? Audio compression allows you to limit the dynamic range of an input signal. If that went over your head, imagine the vast volume difference between a vocal singing softly versus really belting it out. Compression allows you to bring the two closer together by reducing the level of the loudest moments. In […]
If you are in the market for new PA speakers for your church, this video will help you determine what kind of speaker to buy, how you should mount and place your PA speakers for your specific room, plus what the best SPL is for your speakers in your room. Links Michael's YouTube Channel Michael's […]
A year and a half ago, we did a tech tour of our church with its 100-seat auditorium. We've made some upgrades since then and share our thoughts about each upgrade in this video. All of the gear we use and love All of the videos mentioned in this tech tour Highlighted Gear from this […]
We used to use Hosa extension cables and switched to these. Twice as much, but much more reliable.
We have the previous version of these (PRX812) that are no longer available (as seen in our Church Tech Tour).
Affordable and accurate. You can def pay more and probably get even better accuracy, but this gets the job done well enough for most.
These are a very slight upgrade over the Audix kit. They were sent to us and we liked them, so we kept them around.
Unfortunately, EW-D transmitters don't have a display. So these are great for the identification of transmitters.
We recently switched our vocalists over to these capsule for their increased presence and noise rejection compared to the stock Sennheiser capsule.
If you need an iPad to do 1 simple job like running your backing tracks app, mixing app, etc., these are a great bang for a buck.
These are awesome for keeping microphones safe inside drawers (as seen in our 2024 tech tour update).
These are great for storing lose items in equipment drawers (as seen in our 2024 tech tour update).
Looks great whether you're at native ISO or have to boost it a little. Best part is you can dial in frame rate and resolution to whatever you want out of HDMI.
Digital wireless microphones have a nasty reputation. But man have they come a long way! We’ve been rocking the Sennheiser EW-D Mic systems at our church for almost a year and have been very happy with the results. We created a video explaining why the new digital wireless systems are better than analog for most […]
We recently got to tour one of the smaller campuses of the legendary Church on the Move (Broken Arrow Campus) and let me tell ya... They had one of the best drum mixes Kade and I have ever heard. Their Production Manager Daniel shared some incredible wisdom about a wide variety of topics. If you're […]
In this video, Kade is joined by Zach Brown and they discuss the pros and cons of Bus mixes and DAW mixes for live-stream audio. They also explain why they both prefer a BUS mix and why you should probably use a BUS mix for your live stream as well. Links Behringer WING + Mixing […]
Adding crowd mics to your live stream can take the audio to another level! But if you don't have them time aligned properly, it might hurt more than it helps... Time-aligning microphones is really simple. All you need is a DAW and a balloon. In this Video, Kade is joined by Chris Trowbridge of Bridge […]
Curious how Kade mixes bass guitar for a Sunday church service? Watch him set EQ and compression for our bass guitar recorded during a Sunday service in this video. Subscribe to Inner Circle (and see the full mix) WING Mastery Course Our Recommended Gear
If you need to get a stereo bus mix to another computer via USB for a live stream, this a great device to do so.
Great way to mount your laptop if you need an independent stand and have an extra mic stand laying around.
Absolute best direct box! These things are a little pricy, but they sound great and last much longer than the cheap ones. Haven't had one crap out on us yet! Also comes in stereo version and active version.
If you need to lower your drum noise slightly, maple sticks are the way to go. Lighter than hickory and with a smaller tip, these will help you drummer finesse the sound a little better.
These are our favorite budget in-ear monitors. They sound great, and come with a good selection of different ear tips to get a good fit. Our entire team uses these.
This 🐍 is much less scary to handle than an analog one. One ethernet cable to the mixer and you're ready to rock! Comes in 16 channel version as well. Or Midas version for our boojie folks.
Not sure the X32 is gonna cut it for you? If you have a little extra money to work with, the WING is awesome! Check out the benefits it has over the X32 in this video.
These make great accent lights. The possibilities are endless. Pair well with the ADJ Mega Hex Pars
Great wash lights for backlighting people or for accent lighting on the stage. Love that they have RGB as well as White and Amber for versatile looks. (Do not use as key lights!)
"Does my team need in-ears?" The answer is YES. Get P16's if you have a Behringer mixer and don't have the personnel for a dedicated in-ear mixer. Also need a distributor.
Fell in love with her from the first note 😌. Man, does this sub sound good. Whether you want to fill out your sound or feel your pant legs moving, this will do it.
Most stock acoustic guitar pickups are 🗑️. They sound nothing like the guitar does acoustically. The Anthem pickup is an element/microphone hybrid that gives great tone and feedback rejection.
It's pricy, but you seriously won't regret this purchase. This is a long-term investment for your pastor that won't disappoint. Also comes in different colors to match skin tone.How to make your pastor's mics sound amazing
Audix DP drum mics are like the SM58 for drums. Reliable, sounds great, and is a great value. Also come in 5 Piece Kit or can be ordered a la cart 🍽️.
Holds your ambient mics real good and ensures they don't get any vibrations from the thumping subwoofers 🤘🏻
The best all-around digital mixer (in a compact size) at a great price. Plus, we provide the fastest way to master this mixer: X32 Mastery
Tried and true. Will give you solid sound at a great price for a lifetime! Been told it also makes a great self-defense weapon if needed 🤷♂️
Great headphones to have back at the mixer. We use them to monitor the live stream mix.
If you're running multiple wireless mics/in-ears, you need an antenna. This is the one we use recommended by experts, and it's never let us down! Don't forget to grab some distributors as well. We use the EW-D distributors with our EW-D mics.
Great middle-of-the-road wireless mics. These are digital/analog hybrids. We like these better than their analog siblings because of the app that takes care of frequency selection for you, picking clean frequencies and properly spacing them apart.
Absolute essential! This will not only protect your expensive sound equipment from power surges but also clean up the power to help eliminate hum and buzz. Get as many as you need to plug in your gear. Don't overload them.
The best all-around digital mixer at a great price. Plus, we provide the fastest way to master this mixer: X32 Mastery
In this video, Kade is joined once again by Jimmy Cooper from HeyWorshipLeader.com to give some more tips on achieving a great guitar tone in worship. Jimmy geeks out on guitar tone and explains how sound techs and electric guitar players can work together to get the best sound possible. Jimmy's Youtube Channel Jimmy's Expanse […]
Is the Austrian Audio OD303 microphone a better mic for around $100 than its more popular rivals? In this video, we give some audio comparisons between the OD303 and the Shure SM58 to see how it stacks up. Purchase the OD303 on Sweetwater Get the FREE Vocal EQ Cheat Sheet
I’m going to take you through all the settings on the WING’s compressor and show you how to use them on vocals. To speed things up, download my free compression cheat sheet using the link in the description. It will give you recommended compression settings for vocals and instruments. And hey, a special thanks to […]
If you want great sound, it is crucial to EQ your room. It comes with three main benefits: You practically eliminate feedback issues. Channel EQ becomes really simple (if you even need it). Your live stream mix sounds better because you are not putting unnecessary EQ on individual channels. EQing your room is putting EQ […]
Need to improve the design of your stage at church but don't have a lot of money to work with? In this video, Ryland and Dillon share 4 tips to improve the look of your stage on a small budget. This video is only a snippet of the full Q&A with Ryland. Join Inner Circle […]
To get powerful sound that isn’t obnoxiously loud, you need to take three steps. EQ your room. Separate your instruments into different parts of the frequency spectrum. Apply compression to pretty much everything. Let me break these down. 1. EQ YOUR ROOM EQing your room is something I talk about often because it sets the […]
In this video, I review the Behringer X32 after 8 years of weekly use. There are three things I love and three things I hate about the X32. Would I buy it again? Should you buy an X32 in 2023? Find out in this video. X32 Mastery Course Behringer X32 at Sweetwater Subscribe to Inner […]
Do you need a DAW mix for your church's live stream, or will a simple Bus mix from the room mix work? In this video, Kade and Jake Gosselin (of Churchfront) have a friendly debate over which you should choose and how your scenario might affect the answer. This video is only a small part […]
In this video, we compare the Behringer WING to the X32. Should you upgrade to the WING? Should you get the WING instead of the X32? Find out in this video. Links Behringer WING at Sweetwater Behringer X32 at Sweetwater Subscribe to Inner Circle X32 Mastery Course Wing Mastery Course Readable Version of Video The […]
Audio gating is a great way to reduce unwanted noise in your drum mics. In this video, I show you how to gate a snare on the Behringer Wing using live tracks from a church service. Note: This is only part of the video. Watch me create the entire mix from scratch by joining Inner […]
How can you eliminate feedback quickly when it creeps its way into a live service? The solution is much simpler than you think. Find out how in this video taken from Inner Circle live Q&A with Kade and James Wasem. Watch the full video on Inner Circle Other links you may like FREE Compression Cheat […]
In this video, Kade shows how he sets gain, compression, EQ, and effects for a lead vocal during our live Sunday worship using the song "I Speak Jesus" by Charity Gayle. There's even more to this video over on the Inner Circle! Kade sets gain, compression, EQ, and effects for the entire and as well. […]
The problem with playing an acoustic live is that it doesn’t usually sound like an acoustic. And there’s a lot of variation of sound between different players on your team.... Continue
We recently had our local drum expert come by to demo some different snare drums for us since we weren’t getting the sound we wanted. Since he’s a lot smarter... Continue
We got tired of the back of our stage looking like a black hole. While it didn’t look as bad in person, it really didn’t look good on camera. So... Continue
We realized that we’ve never done a complete tour of our church and the tech that we use to make church happen each week. Our time in this space might... Continue
https://youtu.be/4O5AS3GBRk0 Your mix can get a bit messy. Different people using the mixer. Rushing around on Sunday mornings. Sometimes you just need to start fresh. In this video, I’ll walk... Continue
In this video, we take you on a tech tour of one of the most influential churches in the Tulsa area. We explore their FOH setup, Livestream setup, Stage Design,... Continue
Is upgrading your projector to an LED wall worth the investment? Can you even make it happen on a non-megachurch budget? In this video, I’ll tell you how we upgraded... Continue
https://youtu.be/rXOJ5UiGjRw In this video, Kade is joined by Jimmy Cooper from HeyWorshipLeader.com. Jimmy shares his tips for helping the worship team and the tech team to work as one, in... Continue
Recently, I had to send in my pair of custom-molded Alclair Audio in-ears to get repaired, and I felt so lost without them. I had to use an old pair... Continue
Spending your budget on sound-absorbing panels is like spending more to eat healthy food. It’s kind of a bummer. But in the end, it’s worth it. If you are like... Continue
Everyone needs a little tuning on their live vocals. Especially when they are going to be heard on a live stream. After making our live stream viewers suffer for a... Continue
In this video, we get a tour of Victory Church’s front of house setup. You’ll learn how they achieve not only a great room mix, but one of the best... Continue
Shure developed a whole new technology for the KSM8 microphone, but did it make a big enough difference to warrant four times the price compared to a Shure SM58? In... Continue
In many churches, the worship leader also leads the tech team. And it can be quite the challenge to do both well. Ryland Russell joins Kade Young to share tips... Continue
In this video, we show you how we transformed our tech booth from a dysfunctional eyesore to a highly functional statement piece! Watch on YouTube (click here) Get access to... Continue
https://youtu.be/jCEK3CCjTSM In this video, Kade is joined by Jimmy Cooper from HeyWorshipLeader.com. Jimmy geeks out on guitar tone and explains how sound techs and electric guitar players can work together... Continue
In this video are practical tips on how to overcome the fear of screwing up at the mixer. We also share some of our own mistakes because, well, it should... Continue
If you try to tackle the whole mixer at once, you are sure to get paralyzed. But if you focus and take it one step at a time, it all... Continue
It can be frustrating to get ambient pads to sound like you want them to. Even more frustrating is keeping the flow amongst key changes and breaks between songs. With... Continue
When you are new to running sound, it is all very intimidating. Even after you’ve been at it for a while, insecurities tend to pop up. In this video, we... Continue
Almost all the leaders we talk to desire a better team culture. Many times, the leader feels like they’re doing all the work and the team is doing the bare... Continue
As a church volunteer or staff member, a lot is expected of you. And if you don’t set some boundaries, you’ll find yourself resenting the fact that you ever got... Continue
In this video, we compare three different kinds of drum stick alternatives for reducing drum volume. We give an in-depth example of each, and how they compare to regular drum... Continue
Drummers pretty much have their own insider language. So, when you need the drummer to do something different, it can be tough to get on the same page. In this... Continue
Mixing vocals for a live stream is more tricky than mixing for the room. Does it need different EQ? What about effects? Autotune? In this full-length episode, Nathan Drake joins... Continue
When it comes to vocal mixing, 95% of the result will come from EQ, compression, and reverb. But what about the last 5%? Nathan Drake joins us to share how... Continue
Have any of your vocalists listened back to the live stream recording and said “Yuck, is that me? I sound awful.” The fact of the matter is, live streaming makes... Continue
When you get reverb right, it brings depth and energy to your vocals. This is especially true in a live stream mix when you don’t have natural room reverb to... Continue
It’s impossible to get a good live stream mix without compression. Without it, everything will be jumping in and out of the mix and you’ll never achieve balance. Nathan Drake... Continue
Cutting, boosting, sweeping… EQ can do a lot for your vocals. But it can get you into lots of trouble as well. Nathan Drake joins us to share his simple... Continue
If the worship team practices their craft before service, it makes sense that sound guys would too, but how? Virtual soundchecks. A virtual soundcheck is a great way to practice... Continue
Getting your mix to sound good can be a challenge, especially when you’re mixing for tiny mobile phone speakers. Chad Kirkpatrick joins us to share tips on getting the drums... Continue
Just because your mix sounds good on your studio monitors doesn’t mean that it sounds good everywhere. Chad Kirkpatrick joins us to share his tips on getting your live stream... Continue
A large percentage of live stream viewers watch on their phones. The question is, how do you create better live stream sound on a phone? Chad Kirkpatrick joins us to... Continue
Cardioid, hyper cardioid, super cardioid, omnidirectional….. what do they all mean and where do you use each of them? Doug Gould (former Shure executive) joins us to break down each... Continue
When it comes to live sound your output is only as good as your input, and good mic placement can mean the difference between crisp, clear sound and a garbled... Continue
Former Shure executive, Doug Gould, joins us in this video to explain the differences between dynamic microphones and condenser microphones. He also reveals when you should use each. In this... Continue
When it comes to live sound, good microphone placement can prevent a lot of headaches at the sound booth. Former Shure executive, Doug Gould, joins us to talk about how... Continue
If you want the entire audience to turn around and look at the sound booth, feedback is the way to do it. There is no greater interruption in a church... Continue
Let’s face it: No two vocalists sound the same. However, that doesn’t mean that they don’t have a few things in common. James Wasem joins us to share a baseline... Continue
While our podcast is going away, we aren’t. Keep an eye out for us and we look forward to having you join us in our other videos. Every video we... Continue
Let’s say one of your vocalists sounds nasally, or the guitar just sound muddy coming out of your speakers, what do you do? James Wasem joins us to talk about... Continue
How important are microphones? Well, if you don’t choose the right microphone and use it correctly, your mixing efforts are going to be like polishing a turd. The output is... Continue
A common mixing mistake is boosting the low end EQ. After all, we all want punchy sound! Turns out, you get a clean and powerful low end by cutting lows... Continue
You’ve managed to get your live mix sounding fantastic. You checked your livestream audio and it’s sounding amazing. Then you get out your phone to interact with the chat and…... Continue
Is EQ really as complicated as it seems? Good news: It doesn’t have to be. James Wasem joins us in this episode to help take the mystery away from EQ.... Continue
Too many people living day by day with no drive, no hope, and without purpose. Mark Delaney joins us in this episode to share how to discover purpose and to... Continue
When people at your church share their story or testimony, it helps other relate and connect with what God can do in their own lives. Carl Barnhill joins us in... Continue
A lot of work goes into a one-hour Sunday service. Most churches lay it all out on Sunday and leave it at that. But what if our Sunday service could... Continue
The first step to a good looking live stream is the right lighting (more on that here). Once the lighting is in place, the right camera can make a huge... Continue
It’s a no brainer that we all want to lead worship that’s life changing, but sometimes that feels a little easier said than done. We know that God is the... Continue
The first step to a good looking live stream is the right lighting (more on that here). Once the lighting is in place, the right camera can make a big... Continue
Ever struggled to connect with the church when leading worship? It’s a challenge for many worship leaders. Singing is easy, but talking and connecting? Not so much. In this episode,... Continue
We talk a lot about getting the live stream sounding better on the podcast and on the YouTube channel, but this time I actually want to talk about how to... Continue
When it comes to your church live stream, sound is the most important aspect. But once you get the sound dialed in, it’s time to make it look better. Jake... Continue
One of the most challenging things about church sound is recruiting volunteers. We like to blame it on the overwhelming complexity. But most times, we are shooting ourselves in the... Continue
Ready to take your team to the next level, but not sure how to ask them for more commitment? Jordan from Church on the Move joined us to share his... Continue
Why do we make EQ complicated? For the beginner, EQ just seems so obtuse. But it’s actually really helpful. Sound is invisible, but EQ is interesting because it actually makes... Continue
Does focusing too much on skill turn worship into a performance? Do we honor God when we do just enough to get by? Tim Bell joins us in this episode... Continue
It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or have been mixing for years, EQ is probably the most overwhelming thing on your mixer. But turns out, there are actually... Continue
When first coming into the world of worship, it’s easy to assume that worship is just music and singing. However, being a worship leader means knowing how to worship God... Continue
When first introduced to digital mixing, one of my first thoughts was, “What the heck is a matrix?”. Coming from a simple analog setup, the only Matrix I knew of... Continue
It’s stressful to lead alone. As a worship leader you need someone you can rely on. Someone to catch your mistakes and correct you. Someone to advise and assist you... Continue
Download Gain Sheet Sheet (free) If the knobs on your mixer could talk, gain would definitely be throwing a fit about feeling misunderstood. Gain has this great purpose, but often... Continue
It’s really easy as a worship leader to get caught up in the technicalities of a worship service. It can even get to a point where you forget to be emotionally present for your team. Jarod learned this the hard... Continue
When first introduced to backing tracks, I have to admit, I thought it was a terrible idea. I mean, why would you use recorded tracks when you have a live... Continue
How do you create the best possible online experience and reach the most people? Since lockdown in 2020, Brian’s church has seen a huge increase in reach all around the... Continue
Have you ever struggled with the volume being too quiet for your recorded sermon? Or, maybe one week it’s loud, the next it’s kind of soft and you are just... Continue
Miscommunication seems to be pretty common between worship and tech teams. It causes a lot of headaches on Sunday morning for sure. Matt has definitely been there a time or... Continue
When you get a new volunteer on the church sound team, it’s quite exciting! And then before we know it, they aren’t showing up any more because they don’t think... Continue
Ever looked out at the congregation during worship to see a bunch of blank stares? It’s happened to all of us… It can make you feel like you’re failing at... Continue
The live stream mix on it’s own can sound one-dimensional and lifeless. It’s almost like you took the room mix and stripped it of all its energy. Good news is,... Continue
Ever have those moments as a leader, where you just don’t really feel like doing it anymore? Us too… John Montana has been deep in the worship leader slump, and... Continue
Download: Compression Cheat Sheet Before live streaming was a thing, I took the minimal approach to compression: only use it where it is absolutely necessary, like on vocals. This strategy... Continue
Love hymns but feel like they are a little old and dusty? You’re not alone. That’s why Nathan Drake is so passionate about breathing new life into classic hymns. In... Continue
The live stream mix on it’s own can sound one-dimensional and lifeless. It’s almost like you took the room mix and stripped it of all its energy. Good news is,... Continue
Wanna get started writing worship music but don’t know where to begin? Christian Nuckels has been writing songs for years and has a lot of wisdom to offer. One of... Continue
One of the most disappointing things when you hear your live stream mix for the first time is how it sounds nothing like it sounded in the room. Well, I’ve... Continue
Over-planning… Under-planning… Us worship leaders have been guilty of them both at one time or another. Thankfully, Weston has some great tips on how to make planning for worship simple... Continue
When your live stream makes it to Facebook, YouTube, or wherever it’s going, it tends to sound a little dull. And this can be perplexing because it sounded just fine... Continue
Joshua has been leading worship for over 17 years. His passion is to help equip the church with quality resources so they can spend less time and money looking for... Continue
One of the biggest challenges with a live stream mix is that it is not loud enough. You’ve likely dealt with this problem, so let’s solve it once and for... Continue
Great church sound. It’s what we all want, isn’t it? I suppose that’s why our guest, James Wasem, named his book Great Church Sound. I have a copy of it,... Continue
There’s all kinds of strategies out there for improving your live stream mix. Most require you to use a different mixer for your live stream and set up a control... Continue
We’ve been on a bit of a hiatus, but now that 2021 has begun, we have a fresh vision and drive for the podcast. Find out where we’ve been and... Continue
Get the FLOW 8 (click here) Behringer just came out with a cool little mixer called the FLOW 8. At just $298, this 8-channel digital mixer is packed with some... Continue
A lot of things got put on hold because of the Coronavirus. Now that we are back open and operating as normal, some things remain on the back burner for... Continue
In this episode, we talk about what happens when you bring the wrong person onto the worship team and what you can do to make sure it doesn’t happen again.... Continue
Ever failed to properly prepare for a church service? In this episode, Dillon sparks the conversation by sharing about his recent conviction to start implementing a more purposeful preparation routine... Continue
We had a handful of silly mistakes this past month, so we combined them all into one episode for your entertainment. Here’s three funny (and embarrassing) stories we wanted to share with... Continue
When your priorities are out of whack, you end up with mediocre performance in every area of your life (we know from experience). In this episode, we get real about... Continue
In this episode, we talk about our struggle to balance family life and ministry. Alex Enfiedjian from Worship Ministry Training joins us for a vulnerable conversation that will help you... Continue
Recently, we had a mishap that caused the whole worship service to come to a halt, and we didn’t handle it too well. It was an awesomely awkward moment and... Continue
Ever failed to communicate something to a team member, or maybe just said the wrong thing? We all know how fun that is. In this episode, have a laugh at... Continue
If you listened to Episode 1, then you know that we didn’t start live-streaming until COVID. Now that our services are basically back to normal, we have to decide how... Continue
Distractions during a worship moment that are intended to be an intimate one-on-one with God are no bueno. We know because, well, we’ve had more than a few worship moment... Continue
Introducing new songs to a church congregation doesn’t always go over to well… In this episode, we talk about some of our new songs that didn’t work out. You might... Continue
Ever tried to pull off a cool transition like the big churches, only to fall flat on your face in awkwardness? Ya, us too… Those moments make for great laughs... Continue
We haven’t always used backing tracks in our church, but it was definitely a struggle when we decided to introduce them for the first time a few years ago. This... Continue
It’s safe to say that everything church related was flipped on it’s side whenever COVID-19 hit the U.S. Kade and Dillon each found the end of what they were capable... Continue
It’s safe to say that everything church related was flipped on it’s side whenever COVID-19 hit the U.S. Kade and Dillon each found the end of what they were capable... Continue
Like mostly everyone else, we had to switch to 100% online services at our church when COVID-19 quarantine went into effect. Safe to say we had a few mishaps… but... Continue
Making the switch from floor wedges to in-ear monitors has major benefits: Stage noise is drastically decreased which in turn improves sound for the congregation. The band becomes ‘tighter’ because... Continue
iTunes I was stoked when Tim Lucas with Worship Deeper invited me to be a guest on the Worship Leader 101 Podcast! In the podcast, we talk practical tips... Continue
Does your sound system buzz, hiss or make some other kind of unwanted noise? The problem is most likely rooted in bad cables. Regardless of how good your mixer, amps... Continue
It’s Sunday morning rehearsal, time is strapped, and something goes wrong with the sound. It worked just fine last week, why is it not working now? You frantically search for... Continue
In many churches, the sound coming from the stage is louder than the house mix…and this is a problem. You will never experience a quality mix if stage noise is... Continue
Mr. Opinionated is approaching the sound booth…again. Do you pretend like you can’t see him and walk away? Or, listen to his hundredth complaint about how loud it is and... Continue
I want you to imagine standing in front of a gate that leads to someone’s mansion and whispering, “Open, please”, but nothing happens. Then, you yell, “OPEN PLEASE”, and this... Continue
Keeping sound at church consistent from week-to-week is tough. There are tons of variables that change every week – even temperature and humidity affect live sound. With everything changing, how... Continue
When it comes to great sound, there is one thing that often gets overlooked – especially in churches. We run to the mixer to fix problems that arise while ignoring... Continue
So many of us got our start in audio by simply being a “warm body” that was willing to help. And what started as “just helping out” turned into a trial-by-fire... Continue
Audio compression allows you to limit the dynamic range of an input signal. If that went over your head, imagine the vast volume difference between a vocal singing softly versus... Continue
If you have been in church for very long, you have heard numerous complaints about the sound being too loud. However, it seems a small percentage of people are doing... Continue
I have been in many church worship services where you can hardly hear the lead vocal. To tell you the truth, I have even led some of these services. There... Continue
Drums (and bass guitar) are the foundation of a great mix. If the drums aren’t right, the mix lacks energy and loses its impact. With all the signal processing available... Continue
What’s the first thing to do when you want more of that big bass sound? “Boost the bass!” with a low shelf EQ filter. OK, don’t lie. We’ve all done... Continue
Backup vocals can add a lot of depth and strength to a worship team. But they can also muddy the mix if you’re not careful. The challenge often comes when... Continue
When it comes to EQ’ing keys, there is a big difference between what you will do for electronic keys/synthesizers and acoustic pianos. So, let’s go through both. Keys & Synthesizers... Continue
So you find yourself in an intimate moment during worship, where song preferences, lighting effects, and out-of-tune vocals all seem to disappear, when all of a sudden, feedback (a.k.a ‘ringing... Continue
Like many other churches, we put our drummer behind a drum shield. We all wanted to set her free, but couldn’t bear the loudness of the drums. When my church... Continue
If you have a digital mixer, you may be wondering, what is the best use of a matrix? An audio matrix should be used anytime you need to create a... Continue
If you are new to in-ear monitors, chances are, they are not your favorite. It’s tough to get the mix just right and you often feel isolated from everyone else... Continue
Frustrated with sound checks? Are they taking too long? I am pretty sure that every worship team member has been fed up with sound check at some point, if not... Continue
Achieving great sound in a small church is impossible, right? I mean, you have practically no budget and no one around with preexisting sound tech skills. I might have agreed... Continue
When setting up my first sound system, I vividly remember looking at the front of the amp, wondering why there was a level control, and then shrugging my shoulders and... Continue
As a sound tech at church, you not only have to possess a wide array of technical knowledge, but you also need an understanding of where each instrument fits in... Continue
Digital mixers use parametric equalizers – which is a god-send for those who are used to a graphic equalizer with an analog system. Parametric EQ allows for so much more... Continue
Reverb holds the power to take your mix from sounding dead to alive. But, it also comes with the risk of making your mix unintelligible and frustrating to the listener.... Continue
When you get EQ right, the end result is amazing. You no longer have problems with feedback and you can run your sound at a higher volume without irritating people’s... Continue
Mixing vocals is an art. It’s tough to get them right, especially hearing the lead vocal throughout the entire song without things getting to loud. To help you navigate the troubled... Continue
There is a good chance your church sanctuary was not built with sound in mind. Or, maybe you rent a gym, warehouse or some other type of building that is... Continue
Compression works wonders on vocals. It allows you to bring them to the front of the mix while not having to worry about their ‘power note’ making everyone in the... Continue
The most important microphone at church is the pastor’s. So, let’s go through a few simple steps to making your pastor’s mic sound amazing. Use the right microphone. When budgeting... Continue
Have you ever left a high-caliber concert completely amazed at how the drums sounded? I know I have. I could feel the kick drum, the snare was clear and punchy... Continue
If you are using Behringer P16 personal mixers with the X32, chances are, you have run into volume problems. A majority of people I come in contact with who are... Continue
Drummers are a wild bunch. And for the safety of everyone in the church, we put them in a cage. Okay, so maybe this isn’t the real reason. But a... Continue
If you are ready to take your mix to the next level, it is time to EQ your room. This is also a great way to solve feedback problems. This... Continue
Does it sound like your drummer is hitting a cardboard box? Or, are the drums sounding a bit muddy? Depending on your room and the drums, this is most likely... Continue
The two primary criteria I use when choosing worship songs are “Is it theologically sound?” and “Is is singable for the congregation?”. All other criteria are secondary, and that includes... Continue
iTunes I was stoked when Jake Gosselin with Churchfront invited me to be a guest on the Churchfront Podcast! In the podcast, we talk practical tips for achieving... Continue
When first introduced to backing tracks, I am a bit ashamed to admit I responded like the older generation responds to loud music… Plus, our drummer was the only one... Continue
iTunes Weston Williamson with WorshipTrac invited me to be a guest on the Prepare for Worship podcast and you’ll really enjoy the conversation. In the podcast, we reminisce... Continue
VERSE 1 Before I spoke a word You were singing over me You have been so, so good to me Before I took a breath You breathed Your life in... Continue
One of the most challenging things about leading worship is finding songs the congregation will engage with. Once per year I share the top 5 songs really resonating at my church... Continue
VERSE 1 I want to know you, Lord, Like I know a friend I want to know you, Lord CHORUS So I’m laying down all my religion, I’m laying down... Continue
I thought the congregation expected a full band, lights and the whole shebang every week or they would not come back. Turns out, I was wrong. Not too long ago,... Continue
VERSE 1 Break down the walls, push back the dark Light of the world, move in our hearts There’s a stirring, in the Spirit, Heaven Something holy, can you feel... Continue
Church size should not determine the amount of effort we put into our worship services. Truth is, someone who leads a church of 100 has no less of a call... Continue
Not too long ago, the church as a whole began to put a huge emphasis on music. The most important hire was the worship leader. And if a church didn’t have... Continue
As a worship leader, I’ve made all three of these mistakes. And, it took me years to realize what was going on. This post is not to put you down,... Continue
As worship leaders, most of us work with a team of volunteers. Considering the team is not paid to be there, we employ a subdued leadership style. For example, we... Continue
So you are one of the lucky chosen to fulfill six months of CCLI reporting…congratulations! Truth is, it happens to all of us who hold a CCLI license, once every... Continue
VERSE 1 You were the Word at the beginning One with God the Lord most high Your hidden glory in creation Now revealed in You our Christ CHORUS 1 What... Continue
As a worship leader, when looking for ways to improve, I bet your mind wanders to things like: improving as a musician and vocalist, finding better gear, and getting a... Continue
VERSE 1 He’s coming on the clouds kings and kingdoms will bow down Every chain will break as broken hearts declare His praise Who can stop the Lord Almighty CHORUS... Continue
As a worship leader, it can be tough to keep up with new worship music. New and familiar artists are releasing albums almost every week. I am sure there are... Continue
One of the most challenging things about leading worship is finding songs the congregation will engage with. Once per year I share the top 5 songs really resonating at my church... Continue
When you try to stay ‘relevant’ as a worship leader, people gripe that you are not singing enough hymns. Then, when you schedule older songs every week, people complain that... Continue
Do you struggle with the balance between home life and leading worship? Chances are, you even have to throw a day job in the mix. We live in a culture... Continue
VERSE 1 O victory, You have won, Victorious, You have come What was stolen, You brought back to us CHORUS Our Champion, You fight for us You made a way... Continue
Do your worship team members consistently show up unprepared? Do they rely on you to do most of the work while they simply show up, fulfill their part halfheartedly, and... Continue
VERSE 1 There were walls between us, by the Cross You came and broke them down, You broke them down There were chains around us By Your grace we are... Continue
The MEE Sport-Fi M6 headphones are great low-cost headphones for in-ear monitors. I have been using and recommending them for several years now. When I ran across the M6 Pro... Continue
Worship leaders and music teachers are both different and important roles to developing a worship team. On a regular basis, many roles of a teacher are expected from worship leaders.... Continue
For as long as I can remember, there have been arguments in the church as to whether you should plan or ‘let the Holy Spirit lead’ a service. After 10+... Continue
I have heard this concern many times: “I try to stay away from modern worship music because it all seems to be about ‘me’ and not God.” Maybe you have... Continue
As a worship leader, it is easy to get stuck in the belief that the only way to worship God is through song. I mean, how many of our churches... Continue
Growing up in church, it seemed like we were always singing the same 20 songs. When I visit my childhood church today, they are still singing some of those same... Continue
I do my best to be led by the Holy Spirit when selecting songs for my congregation, but there have been many times that my personal preference has gotten in... Continue
VERSE 1 The One who made the blind to see is moving here in front of me, moving here in front of me The One who made the deaf to... Continue
Every organization has people that don’t quite fit the mold. Maybe they lied on their application or the hiring manager didn’t put in the effort to find the right person.... Continue
Does it ever feel like everyone on the worship team is just going through the motions? Until recently, I thought that I must be the only worship leader that feels... Continue
When it comes time to plan the upcoming set list, I bet you spend time wondering if it is too soon to schedule the same song again…I mean, it has... Continue
Vocalists (especially new vocalists) are often intimidated by what they have to learn. But, it is really not the technique that is hard to learn, it is applying the technique.... Continue
VERSE Lord how You’ve loved me, I don’t deserve Grace on top of grace More than I’ve asked for, more than I’m worth Grace on top of grace PRE-CHORUS How... Continue
If you lead worship and work another job, you are in good company. Even the Apostle Paul was a bivocational ministry leader (see Acts 18). I believe that Paul set... Continue
Continual improvement is a quality of every successful leader. This explains why the phrase ‘leaders are readers’ is so popular. And look at you, here reading this post, making this... Continue
Having teenagers on the worship team has its ups and downs. The best part is their raw passion – they are excited about everything. However, this burning passion doesn’t always... Continue
When the Behringer X32 digital mixer first came out, I took one look at the price and just knew it had to be a hoax. I have found Behringer equipment... Continue
VERSE 1 Heaven thundered And the world was born Life begins and ends in the dust you formed VERSE 2 Faith commanded And the mountains moved Fear is losing ground... Continue
If you have worship team rehearsal every week, you are in great company. However, have you ever considered streamlining the rehearsal process so you do not have to have it... Continue
CHORUS Bless the Lord oh my soul, oh my soul Worship His Holy name Sing like never before, oh my soul I’ll worship Your Holy name VERSE 1 The sun... Continue
This past Sunday we had a rough pre-service rehearsal. Probably the worst I have experienced in awhile. Our new drummer was having a hard time pulling it together and getting... Continue
Fully understanding all the knobs and buttons on your mixer will relieve a load of stress and enable you to quickly diagnose and solve problems that show up week-to-week. So,... Continue
Although this isn’t my normal how-to article, the truth I am about to share with you will change your life more than any skill I could ever teach. I believe... Continue
VERSE 1 I’ve heard a thousand stories of what they think You’re like But I’ve heard the tender whisper of love in the dead of night You tell me that... Continue
In church, when a volunteer underperforms, we often write it off saying something like, “Well, it’s not like they are paid staff…they are just volunteers.” But, before we take the... Continue
One of the most challenging things about leading worship is finding songs the congregation will engage with. There is a slew of worship music to sort through, so I wanted to share a... Continue
VERSE 1 In the process, in the waiting You’re making melodies over me And Your presence is the promise For I am a pilgrim on a journey CHORUS You will... Continue
It is easy to get in front of the church, go through the entire worship set, and never take time to connect with them on a deeper level. There are... Continue
If you are not quite sure how to effectively use EQ, I promise, you are not alone. EQ may seem like a simple concept, but as you may have found,... Continue
VERSE 1 What fortune lies beyond the stars Those dazzling heights too vast to climb I got so high to fall so far But I found heaven as love swept... Continue
Each aux send on your mixer enables you to create a unique mix that is different from the main mix. This explains why aux sends are primarily used for monitor... Continue
How are we, as worship leaders, helping our team grow spiritually? This question really makes me examine my own self as a leader, and I realize that I have some growing to... Continue
VERSE 1 Here and now making loud at the top of our lungs There’s a sound breaking out Lord for all that You’ve done PRE-CHORUS And now, we’re turning our,... Continue
VERSE 1 In every season, in every change You are near In every sorrow, You are my strength, You are near PRE-CHORUS A peace in the storm, Your voice I... Continue
As I meet with those who lead worship (especially those at smaller churches), I often get the question, “How have you been able to keep a full worship band over... Continue
With all the technology available to us today, it is easy to keep adding and adding to what we do in worship each Sunday. All of the sudden, a 5-piece... Continue
VERSE 1 You unravel me, with a melody You surround me with a song Of deliverance, from my enemies Till all my fears are gone CHORUS I’m no longer a... Continue
I attended a night of worship and it made me think about the amount of songs in a worship set list. The band did about 9 songs that night and... Continue
VERSE 1 I was lost with a broken heart You picked me up now I’m set apart From the ash I am born again Forever safe in the Saviour’s hands... Continue
It’s way too loud! Why don’t we sing the older songs more often? Are all these stage lights really necessary? I really hate worshiping in the dark (house lights off)…aren’t... Continue
Do members on your worship team show up late for practice, unprepared or cancel at the last minute? Whatever the issue is, an uncommitted team member is extremely frustrating. They... Continue
Aux sends can be used for a variety of purposes, such as monitor mixes or signal processing (reverb, delay, compression, etc). Each aux send enables you to control the volume... Continue
VERSE 1 Waking up knowing there’s a reason All my dreams come alive Life is for living with You I’ve made my decision VERSE 2 You lift me up, fill... Continue
During my 8+ years of piano lessons, I found some moments to be enjoyable and others not-so-much. Especially when my piano teacher would pull out that darn metronome. I thought... Continue
VERSE 1 Grander earth has quaked before Moved by the sound of His voice Seas that are shaken and stirred Can be calmed and broken for my regard CHORUS Through... Continue
Those who read my posts on Collaborate Worship assume that I lead worship at a large church. However, our average attendance at NoLimits Church is around 90. I used to... Continue
We practiced our song transitions just like we do during every other pre-service rehearsal, but somehow all the transitions went out the window during service. Generally, we play through each... Continue
I was ready to transition the band to in-ear monitors, but we did not have enough aux sends on our mixer for every musician to have their own personal mix.... Continue
VERSE 1 At break of day, in hope we rise We speak Your Name, we lift our eyes Tune our hearts to Your beat Where we walk, there You’ll be... Continue
If you lead worship at a small church, there is a good chance you only have one musician for each instrument (if that). Then, when someone is sick or on... Continue
Our bass amp has an XLR out, but we struggled with two things: a buzz we could not get rid of without completely cutting the highs and inconsistency at the... Continue
I used to be afraid to deviate from the original key. After all, how would the musicians practice along with the track on their own? Then, I discovered a free tool... Continue
I tend to be a bit cautious when buying Behringer products, but this one was a pleasant surprise. I was looking for a compressor to use on each vocalist, but... Continue
- It’s okay to break free from the chord chart. It is common for church keyboard players to just play chord after chord after chord. However, sometimes it is better... Continue
My worship team went years without using a light on their music stand. But, we would always encounter a problem during special programs where a song starts during a blackout.... Continue
It has happened to every worship leader. You find the most amazing song for the worship team to learn and are completely confident that they will love it too. Then,... Continue
I have played piano since a very young age. I grew up taking lessons on a real piano, so never really did like the feel of a semi-weighted keyboard. But,... Continue
VERSE 1 The moon and stars they wept The morning sun was dead The Savior of the world was fallen His body on the cross His blood poured out for... Continue
VERSE 1 There’s a love forgetting my failures There’s a hope thatʼs setting me free There’s a light defeating my darkness PRE-CHORUS There’s redemption calling And causing all to sing... Continue
I was on the search for a professional grade LED par can on a small budget. Then I found Stage Light Company. I was excited to give them a shot considering their... Continue
VERSE 1 I am guilty Ashamed of what I’ve done, what I’ve become These hands are dirty I dare not lift them up to the Holy one CHORUS You plead... Continue
Have you ever met someone who must, at all costs, stick to the plan? Maybe you are one of those people…and well, I am one too. Once I plan the... Continue
VERSE 1 When you walk into the room, Everything changes Darkness starts to tremble at the light that you bring And when you walk into the room, Every heart starts... Continue
I was on the search for inexpensive in-ear monitors to purchase for my worship team. We were making the transition from traditional monitor wedges to in-ears and I didn’t have... Continue
VERSE You give life, You are love, You bring light to the darkness You give hope You restore ev’ry heart that is broken Great are You Lord CHORUS It’s Your... Continue
It requires an amazing amount of skill to be a worship leader. The world tends to view worship leading as a menial job that requires little effort, but we, as... Continue
VERSE 1 In this time of desperation When all we know is doubt and fear There is only One Foundation We believe, We believe In this broken generation When all... Continue
VERSE I’m saying goodbye to any limitation I’m saying hello to the God of all creation PRE-CHORUS There are no limits with you There are no limits with you CHORUS... Continue
VERSE 1 I stand before You now The greatness of Your renown I have heard of the majesty and wonder of You King of Heaven in humility, I bow CHORUS... Continue
I spent many years creating chord charts the hard way. I would open up Adobe Illustrator and create amazing works of art, mimicking the style that Hillsong United used. I... Continue
If you want your pastor to sound amazing, this is the microphone for you. We started off with one of the cheapest headset microphones you can buy and constantly struggled... Continue
VERSE 1 I see the work of Your hands Galaxies spin in a Heavenly dance oh God All that You are is so overwhelming I hear the sound of Your... Continue
VERSE 1 I was so lost, You came and found me You searched the dark, wrapped arms around me Gave me a home, never let me go Now I’m Yours,... Continue
VERSE Fear doesn’t live here no more Fear doesn’t live here no more Your name was spoken Your love brought healing to me Shame doesn’t live here no more Shame... Continue
VERSE 1 There’s nothing worth more, that will ever come close No thing can compare, You’re our living hope Your presence, Lord I’ve tasted and seen, of the sweetest of... Continue
VERSE By His stripes we are healed By His nail pierced hands we’re free By His blood we’re washed clean Now we have the victory PRE-CHORUS The power of sin... Continue
Crown XTi2 Series Amplifiers are reasonably priced and deliver everything you would expect. Not only do you get amazing, clean power, but plenty of built-in features to go along with... Continue
VERSE Praise is awaiting You, oh God, You who hear our prayer All flesh will come to you as we do what we were made to do By awesome deeds... Continue
When I first started leading worship, the compliments rolled in on a continual basis. After a year of leading worship at the same church, things changed. I found myself struggling... Continue
Verse 1 The life You gave, Your body was broken Your love poured out You bled and You died for me there on the cross You breathed Your last as... Continue
Although a bit on the pricey side, the Audix DP7 drum mics are absolutely amazing. When my church made the switch from electronic drums to the real deal, I decided... Continue
VERSE 1 All depression wash away on the shores of Your great love Let addiction and all shame be laid down at Your feet Come awake, awake my soul, I... Continue
Don’t you love lengthy worship team rehearsals that accomplish almost nothing? Yeah…me neither, but I have led a few. We often think that length equals quality, but a short, productive... Continue
VERSE 1 Your face out shine the brightest sun Jesus your glorious, You are so glorious With eyes that blaze like burning fire Jesus your glorious, You are so glorious... Continue
Have you ever noticed how easy it is to point out failures? On the flip side, it is so hard to spill out words of encouragement, pointing out the things... Continue
Although most of us wouldn’t admit it, every worship leader has been super-frustrated with their pastor at some point. You know…those times when your pastor doesn’t see eye-to-eye with you. Unfortunately, we... Continue
VERSE 1 Wrap me in Your arms Clothe me in Your grace Whisper to this heart Let me feel Your embrace VERSE 2 Break the bread and wine Lead me... Continue
VERSE Christ in me, the hope of glory He has come to set the captive free This power and love displayed for all to see Is Christ in me, the... Continue
Have you ever found yourself hating your own life? When you think about, it is pretty funny that we even come to this place, considering we make our own decisions.... Continue
VERSE The Lord is my light and salvation Whom shall I fear, whom shall I be afraid (x2) PRECHORUS 1 I will wait for You, I will wait for You... Continue
A common problem in churches is finding those who are gifted as musicians. As a worship leader, you may find yourself wondering if you will ever have the team you... Continue
It is common for the worship leader to secretly dislike the people who run the sound, lights, and lyrics. Actually, the feeling is often mutual. Is it even possible for the... Continue
VERSE 1 We want to be a church where freedom reigns We want to be a people full of grace We want to be a shelter where the broken find... Continue
As a worship leader, one of the most important things you can do is streamline rehearsal time. There is nothing more frustrating for a worship team than to go to... Continue
Sitting in front of the iMac, struggling with motivation, I found myself wondering why I was even alive. It was like one of those rainy days, when all you want... Continue
VERSE 1 You restore the wasted years You build the broken walls Your love replaces fear Your mercy makes us whole PRECHORUS 1 Adopted, healed, & lifted CHORUS I am... Continue
In an earlier post, I talked about getting the right equipment for your new subwoofer. In this post I will go over a step by step process to hook up... Continue
So you finally convinced your pastor to add a subwoofer to your church sound system, and I congratulate you! Now you are probably searching the web, looking for the best... Continue
I spent many years confused and unaware of the proper way to use front lighting during worship. I didn’t know where to put the lighting fixtures, how bright they should... Continue
VERSE Higher than the mountains that I face Stronger than the power of the grave Constant in the trial and the change One thing remains, one thing remains CHORUS Your love... Continue
I have heard this question many times, and mainly from the older group of church leaders. For those who grew up without subwoofers, it seems like an unnecessary expense and... Continue
As worship leaders, we have all encountered those people who want to be on the worship team but don’t have what it takes to fulfill the commitment. They may not... Continue
The Assumption: “Surely I won’t have to address cleavage and butt cracks on a worship team!” As a worship leader, you probably dread confronting dress code issues. So, you sit... Continue
A thick, bright, ‘cut through the mix’ type of wireless handheld mic. The Sennheiser EW 135 G3 is a cardioid wireless vocal microphone that can be used for males, females,... Continue
An extremely bright mic that lacks depth – perfect for vocals that sound muddy on other mics. The Electro-Voice N/D767a is a dynamic supercardioid microphone that was designed for lead vocals.... Continue
A thick, bright, ‘cut through the mix’ type of mic. The Sennheiser e835 is a cardioid vocal microphone that can be used for males, females, lead vocals, and background vocals.... Continue