I am Dr. Donald C. Locklear Jr., a dedicated musician, director, and community leader who strives to enrich lives through the power of music. Since 2015 I have served as Minister of Music at the First Baptist Church of Princeton, guiding worship, preserving musical integrity, and training church choirs to lift spirits and reflect the pastor's vision. Beyond the church walls, I lead Music Source Ministries since 1989, coach piano and organ students, and have held leadership roles at Princeton University and the World Gospel Musical Association. My work centers on building enduring musical programs, coordinating ensembles, and nurturing talent to serve faith communities and educational settings across New Jersey.

Dr. Donald C. Locklear Jr.

I am Dr. Donald C. Locklear Jr., a dedicated musician, director, and community leader who strives to enrich lives through the power of music. Since 2015 I have served as Minister of Music at the First Baptist Church of Princeton, guiding worship, preserving musical integrity, and training church choirs to lift spirits and reflect the pastor's vision. Beyond the church walls, I lead Music Source Ministries since 1989, coach piano and organ students, and have held leadership roles at Princeton University and the World Gospel Musical Association. My work centers on building enduring musical programs, coordinating ensembles, and nurturing talent to serve faith communities and educational settings across New Jersey.

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I am Dr. Donald C. Locklear Jr., a dedicated musician, director, and community leader who strives to enrich lives through the power of music. Since 2015 I have served as Minister of Music at the First Baptist Church of Princeton, guiding worship, preserving musical integrity, and training church choirs to lift spirits and reflect the pastor’s vision.

Beyond the church walls, I lead Music Source Ministries since 1989, coach piano and organ students, and have held leadership roles at Princeton University and the World Gospel Musical Association. My work centers on building enduring musical programs, coordinating ensembles, and nurturing talent to serve faith communities and educational settings across New Jersey.

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Experience Level

Expert

Work Experience

Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Princeton
January 1, 2015 - Present
Maintain musical integrity for worship; answer to the will of the Pastor; train and direct the church choir; create musical and theatrical programs for church growth.
Chief of Music at Music Source Ministries
January 1, 1989 - Present
Manage all musicians and administrators; place musicians/artists in a multitude of settings.
Pastor of Music at New Life Cathedral
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2010
Manage entire music ministry; plan and implement musical programs for church body; create and teach original choral arrangements; coordinate musical agenda for tone of service.

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization