Hi there! I'm a Christian songwriter and performer with recordings available. My home church is Crown of Life Lutheran in New Orleans East. I travel full-time all over the US, bringing my music to WELS congregations and schools. For current performance dates, see my Calendar page.
Also on this page: Prison Music Ministry
Lots of Links
Good News! CD #6 in the works...
I've been working with some very talented people recently to come up with recording number six. The working title is "Just Give Me Jesus."
Marc Golde, producer and owner of Rock Garden Studio in Appleton Wisconsin has been helping out with the musicianship on guitar, mandolin, bass and Wurlitzer electric piano. I've also had outstanding talent on background vocals from Anna Biedenbender and for support in production, my co-writer Jayne Nitz came over from Michigan on the ferry for a couple of days. Local drummers Bob Beekman and Mike Underwood are featured, along with one of my favorite guitar players of all time, Gary Shaw.
The results are promising! Check out a couple of pre-release samples on the Music page. More pictures of the recording action are also on the Photos page.
This CD should be available sometime in September!
Prison Music Ministry
Pictured: Minnesota Correctional Facility- St. Cloud
It's hard to describe the experience of going into a prison to finally connect with men that are inside. Last night in Bayport was my third concert for prisoners and it's still scary and dehumanizing to go through the security screening. I was so glad to have the comfort and company of my brother Christians. It's so very humbling and thrilling to have something of the greatest value to share with these men and surprising and wonderful to know fellowship with them. God will accomplish every bit of his great work of salvation. What an honor it is to be allowed to play a small part, and that this badly cracked pot may hold such priceless treasure that is the Gospel.
Chaplain Hobson obviously does great work with these guys who so badly need the hope and comfort he gives them. At the same time he must also be an employee of the prison and hold full authority over them. This he does with a fine combination of humor and seriousness when needed. The men sang and clapped along with the music with great gusto. The boundaries and walls between us disappeared for this blessed time of refuge under Jesus' wings in his love and faithfulness. I loved having the privilege of telling and singing to them of our Savior from sin who gives us peace now and hope for eternity.
Lots of Links
Good News! CD #6 in the works...
I've been working with some very talented people recently to come up with recording number six. The working title is "Just Give Me Jesus."
Marc Golde, producer and owner of Rock Garden Studio in Appleton Wisconsin has been helping out with the musicianship on guitar, mandolin, bass and Wurlitzer electric piano. I've also had outstanding talent on background vocals from Anna Biedenbender and for support in production, my co-writer Jayne Nitz came over from Michigan on the ferry for a couple of days. Local drummers Bob Beekman and Mike Underwood are featured, along with one of my favorite guitar players of all time, Gary Shaw.
The results are promising! Check out a couple of pre-release samples on the Music page. More pictures of the recording action are also on the Photos page.
This CD should be available sometime in September!
Prison Music Ministry
Pictured: Minnesota Correctional Facility- St. Cloud
It's hard to describe the experience of going into a prison to finally connect with men that are inside. Last night in Bayport was my third concert for prisoners and it's still scary and dehumanizing to go through the security screening. I was so glad to have the comfort and company of my brother Christians. It's so very humbling and thrilling to have something of the greatest value to share with these men and surprising and wonderful to know fellowship with them. God will accomplish every bit of his great work of salvation. What an honor it is to be allowed to play a small part, and that this badly cracked pot may hold such priceless treasure that is the Gospel.
Chaplain Hobson obviously does great work with these guys who so badly need the hope and comfort he gives them. At the same time he must also be an employee of the prison and hold full authority over them. This he does with a fine combination of humor and seriousness when needed. The men sang and clapped along with the music with great gusto. The boundaries and walls between us disappeared for this blessed time of refuge under Jesus' wings in his love and faithfulness. I loved having the privilege of telling and singing to them of our Savior from sin who gives us peace now and hope for eternity.
Pastor Brohn and Pastor Mittelstadt did a great job with preaching and prayer. My new friend Zuber Shah helped me with the equipment and Mark Santelman used his wonderful communications skills and love of the Gospel to open and close the event with aplomb. When it was over and I walked through a number of steel doors back to the outside, the free air was sweet and I thanked God for the life and blessings I have. Let's pray for all those incarcerated and support our men and women who routinely go into the jails and prisons to preach and teach!
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Concerts for churches
My concerts are about one hour long. I sing original Christian songs in a variety of styles. Some songs are moving, some are thought-provoking, some are funny- but all give glory to God. I have a slide presentation that I show at the same time, with pictures of my home church, which was rebuilt after hurricane Katrina, and of my, shall we say, interesting life. I haven't always been a Christian, and I love to tell the story, in words and music, of how God brought me to faith!
Concerts for your church's school
Kids need to be uplifted too! I have ten original songs from my kids' CD, Feed Your Faith, and I'd love to visit your school and sing for your kids. Sometimes I can even persuade them to sing along.
All my contact information is in the box above. Drop me a line or give me a call- I'd love to be of service to your church or school.
Links to Lots of Stuff
I'm on YouTube! Take your pick:
"Because My Father Loves Me"
"Glory, Glory"
"Builders for Christ"
A southwestern Minnesota newspaper article:
"Carrying the Message"
Click here for a series of slideshows and videos that show the damage done to my home church by hurricane Katrina, then the church's rebuilding. Three sections feature songs of mine.
If you'd like to watch a concert online, click below:
March 27th, 2009 Concert- Eagle River, Wisconsin
You can listen to several of my recordings and those of other WELS recording artists at WELS Streams Radio.
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My concerts are about one hour long. I sing original Christian songs in a variety of styles. Some songs are moving, some are thought-provoking, some are funny- but all give glory to God. I have a slide presentation that I show at the same time, with pictures of my home church, which was rebuilt after hurricane Katrina, and of my, shall we say, interesting life. I haven't always been a Christian, and I love to tell the story, in words and music, of how God brought me to faith!
Concerts for your church's school
Kids need to be uplifted too! I have ten original songs from my kids' CD, Feed Your Faith, and I'd love to visit your school and sing for your kids. Sometimes I can even persuade them to sing along.
All my contact information is in the box above. Drop me a line or give me a call- I'd love to be of service to your church or school.
Links to Lots of Stuff
I'm on YouTube! Take your pick:"Because My Father Loves Me"
"Glory, Glory"
"Builders for Christ"
A southwestern Minnesota newspaper article:"Carrying the Message"
Click here for a series of slideshows and videos that show the damage done to my home church by hurricane Katrina, then the church's rebuilding. Three sections feature songs of mine.If you'd like to watch a concert online, click below:March 27th, 2009 Concert- Eagle River, Wisconsin
You can listen to several of my recordings and those of other WELS recording artists at WELS Streams Radio. Back to top
