I am Chancellor McArthur Christian, a Nashville-based pianist and collaborative musician dedicated to creating inclusive, meaningful art across genres. I thrive in creative environments where musicians and artists from diverse backgrounds can contribute their unique voices and skills. As a performer and collaborator, I enjoy guiding ensembles, coaching soloists, and translating rehearsal ideas into expressive, well-balanced performances. I aim to build strong, communicative teams that bring music to life for communities and worship alike.

Chancellor McArthur Christian

I am Chancellor McArthur Christian, a Nashville-based pianist and collaborative musician dedicated to creating inclusive, meaningful art across genres. I thrive in creative environments where musicians and artists from diverse backgrounds can contribute their unique voices and skills. As a performer and collaborator, I enjoy guiding ensembles, coaching soloists, and translating rehearsal ideas into expressive, well-balanced performances. I aim to build strong, communicative teams that bring music to life for communities and worship alike.

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I am Chancellor McArthur Christian, a Nashville-based pianist and collaborative musician dedicated to creating inclusive, meaningful art across genres. I thrive in creative environments where musicians and artists from diverse backgrounds can contribute their unique voices and skills.

As a performer and collaborator, I enjoy guiding ensembles, coaching soloists, and translating rehearsal ideas into expressive, well-balanced performances. I aim to build strong, communicative teams that bring music to life for communities and worship alike.

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Work Experience

Youth Music Director, Pianist, Auxiliary Keyboardist at Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church
April 1, 2015 - Present
Accompany all musical ensembles (4 choral ensembles & youth orchestra) in performance and rehearsal, supporting each group with real time adjustments in tempo, dynamics, and phrasing. Transpose and arrange musical material as needed to suit the range of singers. Coach and prepare soloists for leading worship and hymns providing guidance on expression, tone, and interpretation.
Student Accompanist at Middle Tennessee State University
May 1, 2022 - September 10, 2025
Collaborated with multiple vocal and instrumental students in juries, studio classes, and rehearsals. Studied and performed standard instrumental and vocal repertoire with a focus on 19th century German composers such as Schubert, Schumann, F. Strauss, and R. Strauss.
Youth Music Director, Pianist, Auxiliary Keyboardist at Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church
April 1, 2015 - Present
Accompany all musical ensembles (4 choral ensembles & youth orchestra) in performance and rehearsal, supporting each group with real time adjustments in tempo, dynamics, and phrasing. Transpose and arrange musical material as needed to suit the range of singers. Coach and prepare soloists for leading worship and hymns, providing guidance on expression, tone, and interpretation.

Education

Bachelor of Music (Music Industry) - Minor in Recording Industry at Middle Tennessee State University
August 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Additional Training at Dr. Lynn Worcester-Jones
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Music (Music Industry) at Middle Tennessee State University
August 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Minor in Recording Industry at Middle Tennessee State University
August 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services