EP #64: 5 Chord Progressions Every Worship Keys Player Should Know with Alex Smith

In this episode, Carson Bruce sits down with special guest Alex Smith from Georgia to break down five must-know chord progressions every worship keys player should have in their toolkit. Recorded live at Foothills Church in Knoxville, Tennessee, this session is packed with practical tips for beginner and intermediate musicians from embellishments and inversions to building confidence behind the keys. Alex also shares her personal journey, demonstrates on a Juno DS keyboard, and unpacks how to stay creative while staying rooted in purpose. Don’t miss the part where they talk about the deeper why behind worship music—and how your playing shapes the atmosphere. Alex Smith Instagram:   / alexonthekeyz   Donate to The Worship Keys: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2350304/su... 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:28 Meet Alex Smith 01:55 Alex's Journey and Social Media 03:51 Role at The Point Church 06:19 Five Go-To Progressions for Worship Keys 09:12 Progression 1: 5-6-4-1 12:36 Progression 2: 4-1-5-6 16:21 Embellishing Your Playing 16:48 Understanding Transition Chords 18:25 Exploring Walk Down Progressions 24:07 The Power of Walkups 29:48 Creative Playing and Personal Growth 35:48 Final Thoughts and Advice