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Haley Johnson

Fairview,TN

Summary

Worship leader, musician (artist) and songwriter with a heart for leading people into worship through songs that proclaim the truth of God's Word.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Worship Leader

First Baptist Church Fairview
07.2021 - Current

-coordinated music, recruited and led volunteers on the worship team for Sunday mornings

-met weekly with each the pastor/staff, worship team and media team choosing and practicing songs that would support the sermon

-transitioned the church from almost exclusively hymns from the hymnal to blended worship

-organized scheduling, recordings and charts (song arrangements) for worship team through CCLI and Planning Center

-developed programs for holidays and special events

-led worship in the youth on Wednesday nights

-led children's choir (weekly practices) and organized the Christmas pageant

-oversaw the worship budget economically and responsibly

-my husband led the adult choir and served as the volunteer instrumentalist for special music (guitar, piano, upright bass) and also served as the band leader for the worship team

Touring Artist/Professional Musician

Self-Employed
05.2003 - 06.2011

-toured full-time with guitarist, Doyle Dykes (father) ministering with music in churches and secular venues of all kinds

-assisted in booking and managing tours

-released a solo album of primarily original material ("The Mystery of Her")

-led worship and spoke (sharing testimony) at churches for special events

-recorded numerous songs for Doyle Dykes projects

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Public Relations)/Theology Minor

Lee University
Cleveland, TN
12.2003

Skills

-leading a band musically and supporting the team spiritually

-creating an atmosphere where people feel comfortable and encouraged to participate in worship

-organizing and promoting events

-choosing songs that are relevant and appropriate to a specific congregation (contemporary, traditional, etc) and sermon

-proficient as a musician and public speaker

Accomplishments

-Featured artist on the Grand Ole Opry with Doyle Dykes and on many of his recordings

-co-writer/singer on "Amazing Still" on the album "Fighting for Us" by Churchouse Music

-original song "Prayer for Grace" featured by Maranatha Music on their Celebrate Recovery album, "The Invitation Series"

-background vocalist for Michael W. Smith on his "Hymns" album for Cracker Barrel

-original song "Maybe Just a Little" recorded by IBMA Female Vocalist of the year, Brooke Aldridge of "Daring and Brooke Aldridge"

-opened for Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder at the LeTourneau University (Longview, TX ) concert series

-featured interview article and album review in Christian Musician Magazine

-endorsed by Weber Mandolins (featured in ads) and GHS Strings

References

Bruce Adolph, Editor of Christian Musician Magazine and head of Christian Musician Summit) (253-445-1973)

Charlie Weir, Pastor of Gateway Church, Franklin, TN (615-415-9126)

Andy Leftwich (professional producer, studio and live musician - fiddle player for Ricky Skaggs for 20 years) - (615-403-4793)

Timeline

Worship Leader

First Baptist Church Fairview
07.2021 - Current

Touring Artist/Professional Musician

Self-Employed
05.2003 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Public Relations)/Theology Minor

Lee University

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