Luke Starkel
Louisville,KY
Summary
Worship Pastor who seeks that the body of Christ "dwell richly" (Col. 3:16) in the Word of our Lord first. Music is a wonderful tool in which we use to glorify our Creator and King, but to worship the Lord is to obey the Lord. Making a striving of personal holiness the primary responsibility of any worship leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
Whitefield Academy
01.2022 - Current
- Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
- Developed individualized lesson plans for diverse students, resulting in increased motivation and progress.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
- Assisted in the selection and acquisition of instruments, sheet music, and equipment to support the music program''s growth.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formal assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for continual improvement.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
Director of Music and Worship
Highview Baptist Church
07.2020 - Current
- Enhanced congregational worship experience by skillfully directing and arranging music for weekly services.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music program, resulting in increased participation and spiritual growth among members.
- Managed budgets, resources, and logistics for various music-related events, ensuring efficient utilization of funds and successful event execution.
- Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer musicians to build a cohesive team dedicated to excellence in worship.
- Collaborated with clergy to create engaging liturgies that supported sermon themes and promoted deeper understanding of theological concepts.
- Designed seasonal programs incorporating traditional hymns alongside contemporary pieces to honor cultural diversity within the congregation.
- Served as liaison between Music Ministry volunteers and church leadership, ensuring clear communication lines were maintained at all times.
- Streamlined rehearsal schedules using technology solutions to minimize conflicts while maximizing efficiency across multiple ensembles.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly to assess effectiveness of music ministry programs and identify areas requiring improvement or modification.
- Cultivated connections with other faith-based organizations that shared similar mission goals related to worship and the arts.
- Provided pastoral care to musicians in times of need by offering support, encouragement, and guidance.
- Delivered workshops for congregation members interested in developing their personal musical abilities or learning about the history of sacred music.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Trainer
Chick-fil-A
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Responsible for the training of new team members within their first months of working.
- Held accountable for holding team members to high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and work ethic.
- Responsible for encouraging team members in tense faced paced situations within the food industry.
- Expert in verbal communication skills and listening skills.
Youth and College Worship Leader
Corryton Baptist Church
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Enhanced congregation engagement by incorporating multimedia elements and diverse musical styles in worship services.
- Developed custom arrangements of popular hymns and contemporary songs to create unique musical experiences for congregants during worship services.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Set up PowerPoint presentations with lyrics for congregation.
- Collaborated with pastors and ministry leaders to develop cohesive and spiritually enriching worship experiences.
- Developed a vibrant volunteer worship team by providing ongoing mentorship, training, and support for team members.
- Streamlined rehearsal processes, resulting in increased efficiency and improved performance quality during services.
Education
Master of Arts - Worship Ministry
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Louisville, KY05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Music And Worship : Songwriting
Boyce College
Louisville, KY05.2024
Skills
- Rehearsals
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in Voice
- Band Directing
- Vocal Coaching Techniques
- Leading Worship
- Recruiting Volunteers
- Pastoral Care
- Vocal experience
- Team Oversight
- Songwriting
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Skills
Certification
Songwriting
Something that started as a hobby turned into a passion. Desiring ultimately to write singable songs for the Church.
Listening to Classical Music
Classical music inspires me to listen to notation, and to listen to the emotion of the notation. Modern music is wonderful, but it does not compare to the classical.
Timeline
Music Teacher
Whitefield Academy
01.2022 - Current
Director of Music and Worship
Highview Baptist Church
07.2020 - Current
Trainer
Chick-fil-A
08.2018 - 01.2022
Youth and College Worship Leader
Corryton Baptist Church
05.2015 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Worship Ministry
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Music And Worship : Songwriting
Boyce College
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