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Don Moen
Worship Training Instructor2 Courses • 41 Media Sessions

Don Moen

Don Moen is an American singer-songwriter, worship leader, and producer of Christian worship music.

Moen produced 11 volumes for the Hosanna! Music series of worship albums. His first album under his own name, Worship with Don Moen, was released in 1992. His music has total global sales of over five million units. He worked for Integrity Media for over 20 years, serving as Creative Director and President of Integrity Music, President of Integrity Label Group, and an Executive Producer of Integrity Music albums. He left Integrity Media in 2008 to start a new initiative, The Don Moen Company. Moen received a Dove Award for his work on the musical God With Us in addition to amassing nine nominations for his songs. Moen is also a prolific songwriter, having worked with Claire Cloninger, Paul Overstreet, Martin J. Nystrom, Randy Rothwell, Ron Kenoly, Bob Fitts, Debbye Graafsma, Paul Baloche, Tom Brooks, among many others. He has also worked with talented musicians, Justo Almario, Abraham Laboriel, Alex Acuna, and Carl Albrecht. His name is associated with some of the most well-known songs in Contemporary Christian Music. He was a student at Oral Roberts University.

He is currently President of Don Moen Productions and his non-profit organization, Worship In Action, and lives in Nashville, TN, with his wife Laura.

Courses by Don Moen (2)

Videos, Audio & Articles by Don Moen (41)

Our Greatest Obstacle As Worship Leadersvideo

Our Greatest Obstacle As Worship Leaders

Don Moen, respected worship leader, talks about the greatest obstacle worship leaders face today.

Worship Thoughts: Don Moen on Be Yourselfvideo

Worship Thoughts: Don Moen on Be Yourself

DON MOEN. Don speaks deeply to the insecurity in many worship leaders today, calling you to "be yourself."

What Happens When We Worship?video

What Happens When We Worship?

Don Moen, respected worship leader, talks about the dynamics in the room when we worship corporately.

Cultivating Your Skills As A Musicianvideo

Cultivating Your Skills As A Musician

Don Moen, respected worship leader, talks about how important it is for a worship leader to keep sharpening their skills.

Don Moen Songwriting Workshop - Full Seminarvideo

Don Moen Songwriting Workshop - Full Seminar

Learn from Don Moen's 30+ years of experience as a songwriter with his Songwriting Workshop. Take advantage of the full seminar (76 minutes) available for streaming here in a single video that includes all sessions.

You Need To Have Leather Skinvideo

You Need To Have Leather Skin

In this video, Don explains the importance of having "leather skin" as a songwriter.

What Makes A Great Song: Open The Eyes Of My Heartvideo

What Makes A Great Song: Open The Eyes Of My Heart

In the first of a 3-part segment on "What Makes A Great Song," Don shares the key elements in a great song and breaks down a well known song, "Open the Eyes of My Heart" by friend, Paul Baloche.

What Makes A Great Song: Lord I Lift Your Name On Highvideo

What Makes A Great Song: Lord I Lift Your Name On High

In the second of a 3-part segment on "What Makes A Great Song," Don shares the key elements in a great song and breaks down a well known song, "Lord, I Lift Your Name on High" by Rick Founds.

What Makes A Great Song: Shout To The Lordvideo

What Makes A Great Song: Shout To The Lord

In this "What Makes A Great Song" video, Don shares the key elements in a great song and breaks down a well known song, "Shout To The Lord" by Darlene Zschech, and gives a very important tip regarding your lyrics and melody.

Writing A Great Songvideo

Writing A Great Song

Are you a songwriter looking to write the next big worship song? Listen closely as Don shares the essentials on how to write a great song from his 30+ years of experience as a songwriter and worship leader.

Think Of What You Want To Say And Say Itvideo

Think Of What You Want To Say And Say It

In this video Don shares another essential tip for songwriting and explains how he used it to write one of his own songs "I Want to Be Where You Are."

Get Your Songs Outvideo

Get Your Songs Out

Looking to become a songwriter? You don't want to miss this! Watch and listen as Don shares a crucial key to keeping your songs creative and even plays one of his own "works in progress!"

Listen To Your Lyricsvideo

Listen To Your Lyrics

As songwriters, we need to learn to listen to our lyrics. What does this mean? Watch this video to ensure you're not crippling a great song with the wrong music.

Don't Be Afraid Of Honestyvideo

Don't Be Afraid Of Honesty

As a songwriter, it's important to understand who might be listening to your songs and how you can best resonate with that person. In this video, Don explains a common dilemma in today's Christian songwriting and how to avoid this.

How To Choose The Right Meter For Your Songvideo

How To Choose The Right Meter For Your Song

As songwriters, should we be putting our songs in 3/4 time or 4/4 time? This question can sound daunting and trivial at the same. In this video, Don explains why this question matters and shares a "tool of the trade" from his 30+ years of experience that will

Being A Disciplined Writervideo

Being A Disciplined Writer

If you're going to be a songwriter," says Don, "...you need to learn to be disciplined in your craft." In this video, Don shares the essentials of being a disciplined songwriter as well as one of the harsh realities of being a Christian songwriter.

How To Refine Your Songvideo

How To Refine Your Song

Ok, so you've just written your first song… Chances are, you believe that it's the best song you've ever written. And it very well may be! But, before you go straight to publishing, check this out. In this video, Don gets real and shares a tough truth that wil

Listen To Your Congregation/Audiencevideo

Listen To Your Congregation/Audience

As a songwriter, we want each song we write to the best it can possibly be. That's a no brainer! But, you may be missing out on this one great songwriting tip. In this video, Don explains why listening to your congregation/audience sing your songs is important

Keep Writing And Listeningvideo

Keep Writing And Listening

When you hear the word songwriting, you may think of a quiet, closed room with a pen and paper, but that's not always the case. In this video, Don shares a songwriting tip that will keep you thinking outside of the box.

Writing Hallelujah To The Lambvideo

Writing Hallelujah To The Lamb

Continuing on from Part 1 of the "Keep Writing And Listening" segment, Don analyzes one of his more popular songs "Hallelujah to The Lamb" and shares how it changed from its original lyrics.

How To Get Your Song Recorded And Heardvideo

How To Get Your Song Recorded And Heard

As songwriters, our ultimate goal is for our songs to be recorded and heard around the world. In this video, Don explains what it takes for your song to be heard and also shares a songwriting tip to ensure your song is the best it can be.

Writing Songs To Be A Millionaire?video

Writing Songs To Be A Millionaire?

Wondering if you can get rich quick on a hit song? In this video, Don shares his insights on the music industry today and the effects it has on songwriters.

To Sign With A Publisher Or Not?video

To Sign With A Publisher Or Not?

Over the last 30+ years, Don has written over 100 songs in the Christian/Gospel music industry. In this video, Don gives a great perspective to one of the more popular questions facing songwriters today. Also, find out to who/what Don attributes much of his su

Don't Be Afraid To Co-Writevideo

Don't Be Afraid To Co-Write

In this episode, Don encourages writers to keep perfecting their craft by partnering with others.

Don Moen Worship Leading Workshop - Full Seminarvideo

Don Moen Worship Leading Workshop - Full Seminar

Learn from Don Moen's 30+ years of experience as a worship leader with his Worship Leading Workshop. Take advantage of the full seminar (65 minutes) available here for streaming in a single video that includes all sessions.

Worship Leading Workshop Introductionvideo

Worship Leading Workshop Introduction

Don gives a brief introduction to the Worship Leading Workshop and shares a key point on God's presence.

God's Pattern for Worshipvideo

God's Pattern for Worship

In this session, Don explains God's pattern for leading worship and what God has promised to do when we worship. Also, find out the only thing that will make a difference in people's lives.

How Much Time Do I Have?video

How Much Time Do I Have?

In this video, Don shares how being aware of and respecting a time limit can lead to an increased amount of trust between you and your Pastor as well as a great reputation when leading worship elsewhere. He also gives a great example from personal experience.

What Are Your Expectations?video

What Are Your Expectations?

What are your expectations when you get up to lead worship? What are God's expectations? In this video, Don explains the importance of knowing your expectations as a Worship Leader and gives a great example from personal experience.

What Are Your Pastor's Expectations?video

What Are Your Pastor's Expectations?

In this Worship Leading Workshop session, Don shares key advice to help establish more trust between you and your Pastor/Promoter and explains the importance of knowing your role.

Planning The Right Song Listvideo

Planning The Right Song List

Planning a song list can have a big impact on setting the tone for a worship service, especially the beginning. With many different theories and styles out there, Don shares how he begins a worship service and explains why.

Worship Is More Than Musicvideo

Worship Is More Than Music

Worship, though usually associated with music, is much more than that. In this video, Don explains the importance of living a life of worship that spans beyond Sunday mornings.

How to End/Transition A Time Of Worshipvideo

How to End/Transition A Time Of Worship

As a worship leader, you always need to be aware of what's happening in the service. In this video, Don shares a key point in leading a great worship service for your congregation.

Picking The Right Song In The Right Keyvideo

Picking The Right Song In The Right Key

As a worship leader, you need to be a good "song policeman." In this video, Don explains how to pick the right songs and choose the right key for your next worship service.

Essential Worship Transitions – Piano Tutorial (Part 1)video

Essential Worship Transitions – Piano Tutorial (Part 1)

As a Worship Leader, you need to be able to "flow" during a time of worshipping in God's presence. For some of you watching, that may be the scariest thing you've ever read! No need to worry, though. In this two-part segment on "Worship Transitions" Don breaks

Essential Worship Transitions – Piano Tutorial (Part 2)video

Essential Worship Transitions – Piano Tutorial (Part 2)

As a Worship Leader, you need to be able to "flow" during a time of worshipping in God's presence. For some of you watching, that may be the scariest thing you've ever read! No need to worry, though. In this two-part segment on "Worship Transitions" Don breaks

Don't Finish In The Flesh What God Began In The Spirit (Part 1)video

Don't Finish In The Flesh What God Began In The Spirit (Part 1)

As a Worship Leader, having an amazing worship service where everyone feels the presence of the Lord is an awesome experience. So awesome, in fact, that you probably want the same thing to happen the next week. Absolutely! And may it be so! But, there is poten

Don't Finish In The Flesh What God Began In The Spirit (Part 2)video

Don't Finish In The Flesh What God Began In The Spirit (Part 2)

As a Worship Leader, having an amazing worship service where everyone feels the presence of the Lord is an awesome experience. So awesome, in fact, that you probably want the same thing to happen the next week. Absolutely! And may it be so! But, there is poten

Be Yourselfvideo

Be Yourself

With so many great Worship Leaders and influences out there today, it's more important than ever to be yourself. In the final part of the Worship Leading Workshop, Don shares a personal experience that led to growth in his ministry and explains its importance.

Closing Prayervideo

Closing Prayer

In this video, Don closes the Worship Leading Workshop in prayer as he lifts up worshippers around the world that are serving the Kingdom.

Who's Your Audience?video

Who's Your Audience?

The question "Who's Your Audience?" may sound simple, but don't miss this opportunity to dive into detail with Don as he explains the importance of knowing your audience as a worship leader. Also listen as Don gives a great example from personal experience.